Reagen HBsAg/HCV Combo - test for hepatitis B and C

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) belongs to the RNA viruses of the Flaviviridae family, causing most, if not all, non-A and non-B hepatitis. The virus was only discovered in 1989, with more than 60 subtypes and 7 genotypes (1-7). HCV is the leading cause of liver disease and can cause acute and chronic hepatitis. HCV is a virus that can be transmitted through blood from an infected person or blood products. Typical modes of transmission include sharing infected syringes among drug users, unsterile use of needles (tattooing), transfusion of untested blood and blood products, and sexual practices that may involve injury and contact with the blood of an infected person. Newly infected individuals are usually asymptomatic and can be diagnosed with early infection. While up to 30% of infected individuals overcome the infection without any treatment, 70% of infected individuals develop a chronic form of HCV infection, which can lead to cirrhosis or liver cancer. Chronic HCV infection often remains asymptomatic for decades until symptoms indicating severe liver damage appear. It is estimated that more than 71 million people worldwide suffer from chronic HCV.

Patients with acute and chronic hepatitis C are monitored on an ongoing basis at specialised liver disease centres and hepatology clinics. Antiviral treatment is prescribed and supervised by a specialist. Standard treatment today usually involves subcutaneous injections once a week supplemented by daily tablets.

The presence of antibodies to HCV indicates an ongoing infection in a given person with the possibility of virus transmission.

HBsAg/HCV Combo Rapid Test Kit – a fast and reliable test for home or clinical use to detect hepatitis B and C.

Product description:

The HBsAg/HCV Combo Rapid Test Kit is a qualitative rapid test designed to detect hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) and hepatitis C antibodies (HCV) in human blood, serum, or plasma. The test is easy to use, provides results in 10 minutes, and is suitable for both healthcare professionals and self-testing.

Product advantages:

· Quick and easy sample collection from a drop of blood

· Highly sensitive and specific method

· Results within 10 minutes

· Test based on a colorimetric principle, no special equipment required

· Tests for both the most common forms of hepatitis – HBV and HCV – simultaneously

· Packaged in a practical kit containing everything you need (test cassette, dropper, alcohol swab, dilution buffer, sterile lancet)

Use:

1. Use the enclosed lancet to collect 1 drop of capillary blood from your finger.

2. Use the dropper to apply the blood to the sample well (S) on the test cassette.

3. Add 2 drops of the enclosed dilution buffer.

4. Wait 10 minutes and evaluate the result – interpretation is simple:

· Positive: Two red lines (including the control line)

· Negative: Only one red line in the control area

5. Do not evaluate the result after 20 minutes.

Storage:

Store the test at a temperature between 2 °C and 30 °C, away from direct sunlight. The product is usable for 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Warning:

· The test result is only indicative and is not a definitive diagnosis.

· If the result is positive, consult a doctor for further examination and confirmation of the disease.

· Do not use expired tests.

· Follow hygiene and safety instructions when taking blood samples.

Package contents:

· Test cassette

· Dilution buffer

· Alcohol swab

· Sterile lancet

· Dropper

· Instructions for use in Czech