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SHIGA TOXIN QUIK CHEK ™

T30625

The SHIGA TOXIN QUIK CHEK ™ test is a rapid membrane enzyme immunoassay for the simultaneous qualitative detection and differentiation of Shiga toxin 1 (Stx1) and Shiga toxin 2 (Stx2) in a single test device.

It is intended for use with human fecal samples from patients with gastrointestinal symptoms to aid in the diagnosis of disease caused by Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC). It may be used with fecal specimens, or broth or plate cultures derived from fecal specimens.

  • Direct fecal specimen testing in a rapid assay format
  • Diagnosis up to 24 hours sooner than culture or other traditional methods
  • Differentiation of Stx1 and Stx2
  • Specific monoclonal detection of Stx1 and Stx2

Results in less than 30 minutes

Strong correlation with Vero cell cytotoxicity assay

Results indicators

  • The Stx1 reaction is examined visually for the appearance of a vertical blue line on the left side (“1”) of the Reaction Window.
  • The Stx2 reaction is examined visually for the appearance of a vertical blue line on the right side (“2”) of the Reaction Window.
  • A positive control reaction, indicated by a vertical dotted blue line under the “C” portion of the Reaction Window, confirms that the test is working properly and the results are valid.

Documentation

SHIGA TOXIN QUIK CHEK ™ Poster Presentations

A New Rapid Immunoassay for the Direct Detection of Shiga Toxin Producing E. coli in Feces – Evaluation of the SHIGA TOXIN QUIK CHEK
Boone, Vance, Dandro, Campbell, Herbein, Goodykoontz; ASM 2012, June 2012, San Francisco, CA