An in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of effector T cells that have been specifically activated by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) antigens.
The T-SPOT.TB test is designed for the detection of effector T cells that respond to stimulation by antigens specific for M. tuberculosis. The test enumerates individual activated TB-specific T cells. It is suitable for use with all patients at risk of LTBI or suspected of having TB disease, regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, therapy or immune status.1
Feature | Specification |
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Application | Tuberculosis |
Brand | T-SPOT |
Technology | ELISPOT |
An in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of effector T cells that have been specifically activated by Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) antigens.
The T-SPOT.TB test is an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of effector T cells that respond to stimulation by Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens and is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of tuberculosis (TB) infection. The T-SPOT.TB test is a simplified enzyme-linked immunospot (ELISPOT) method which enumerates individual TB-specific activated effector T cells.
The kit contains:
1Oxford Immunotec. T-SPOT.TB Package Insert PI-TB-IVD-UK v6. Abingdon, UK. January 2023.
Application |
Tuberculosis
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Brand |
T-SPOT
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Format |
96 well plate
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Sample Type |
Whole blood
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Storage Conditions |
Store all components of the kit at 2-8 °C. Avoid prolonged exposure of the Substrate solution to light.
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Technology |
ELISPOT
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Unit Size |
24 tests/kit
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