HIV Testing for Point of Care
Introducing The World’s Fastest HIV Testing Kit. Trusted when it matters the most
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The INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test is a rapid immunoassay which detects antibodies to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Type 1 and Type 2 from a single drop of blood.
HIV testing at the point of care is a valuable tool, facilitating early diagnosis and prevention efforts and increasing testing coverage, particularly in diverse healthcare settings and underserved populations.
“The ease of use of INSTI® and almost instant results make this test an accurate option for settings where recommended laboratory is not feasible…” – Adams, CDC Study¹
Product Overview
The INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test is a one-time use, rapid, visually read, flow-through immunoassay which detects antibodies to Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Type 1 and Type 2 using a drop of human fingerstick blood. Other sample types which can be tested are venous whole blood, plasma and serum.
Sensitivity >99% | Specificity >99%
How can INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test help?
- Easy to use, early detection
- Clear and accurate results
- Enhances patient flow
- Expedites linkage to care
Benefits:
- Rapid results available in as little as 60 seconds
- Flexible – easy to include in a variety of workflow models
- Compatible – INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 works with most testing algorithms
- Sensitive – Detects IgM and IgG Antibodies
The INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test kit contains the following elements and it is available in point-of-care use packaging:
- INSTI® Membrane Units
- Sample Diluent
- Colour Developer and Clarifying Solution
- Lancet, pipette and alcohol swab
INSTI is trusted by healthcare professionals globally with over 15 million tests already performed. The INSTI platform provides accurate results in 1 minute, where other competing products require 20 minutes to days for their results.
INSTI HIV-1 / HIV-2 Antibody Test: Fingerstick Blood Test Procedure
References:
1. Adams S, et al. Performance evaluation of the point-of-care INSTI® HIV-1/2 Antibody Test in early and established HIV infections. Journal of Clinical Virology (2017) 91: 90 – 94.
