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MENINGITIS A, B, C, Y/W135 TEST (Pastorex), CSF,1 test 61607

https://medicalguidelines.msf.org/en/node/272
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MENINGITIS A,B,C,Y/W135 TEST (Pastorex)

CAUTION

This test is worded and codified by unit to make the order easier, but it is always packaged in kit of 25.

Definition

Rapid test for the detection of bacteria responsible for meningitis in CSF (cerebral spinal fluid).

Detects the meningococcus A, B, C, Y/W135, the Streptococcus B and Streptococcus pneumoniae, as well as the Haemophilus influenzae B.

In addition to its use on CSF during epidemics, the Pastorex meningitis is used in bacteriology laboratory with bacterial colonies (associated material will be adapted, depending of the procedures of test).

It is not only used to analyse the CSF but it is used on all types of colonies growing from any kind of sample and suspected to be S. pneumoniae, H. influenzae or N. meningitidis.

Specifications

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Components

  • 10 reagents:
    • 1: dropper bottle containing 1.2 ml of white latex sensitized by a monoclonal antibody of mouse, specific of Neisseria meningitidis group B/E Coli K
    • 2: dropper bottle containing 1.2 ml of purple latex, negative control of reagent R1
    • 3: dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of white latex sensitized by antibodies of rabbit, specific of Haemophilus influenzae type b
    • 4: dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of green latex sensitized by antibodies of rabbit, specific of Streptococcus pneumoniae
    • 5: dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of yellow latex sensitized by antibodies of rabbit, specific of Streptococcus group B
    • 6: dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of blue latex sensitized by antibodies of rabbit, specific of Neisseria meningitidis group A
    • 7: dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of red latex sensitized by antibodies of a rabbit, specific of Neisseria meningitidis group C
    • 8: 1 dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of pink latex sensitized by antibodies of a rabbit, specific of Neisseria meningitidis group Y/W135
    • 9: 1 dropper bottle containing 0.40 ml of prune latex negative control of R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8. This latex is sensitized by IgG of non immunized rabbit
    • 10: positive control: polyvalent antigenic extract to be reconstituted with 1 ml distilled water. Contains the polysaccharide antigens of Neisseria meningitidis A, B, C, Y/W135, Haemophilus influenzae type b, Streptococcus B and Streptococcus pneumoniae
  • Disposable cards to perform agglutination reactions with reagents 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9
  • Disposable plastic agitators

Technical specifications

  • Latex agglutination assay
  • Test time: 10-20 min
  • Sample type: CSF or blood culture colonies
  • Sample volume: minimim 0,5 ml

Packaging & Labelling

Kit of 25 tests

To be Ordered Separately

Lumbar puncture needles and sampling equipment

Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.

https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.

Instructions for use

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Precautions for Use

All biological samples must be considered as potentially infectious and handled with the usual precautions (compulsory wearing of gloves, hand washing, etc.).

Storage

  • Keep refrigerated between 2ºC and 8ºC
  • Do not freeze
  • Shelf life: 12 months
  • Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of the total shelf life
  • Whenever using the kit, always check the kit validity by using the positive and the negative control.

(Cf Introduction: Thermosensitive products)

Waste management

Presence of mercury in the reagents as thimerosal 0.02%. Please contact your watsan referent for advice regarding proper disposal.

Contains 5-Chloro-2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone, mixture with 2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone

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H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
P261Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P333 + P313If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
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MSF requirements

Enables to determine the bacteria responsible for meningitis before launching an immunization campaign.

Detects the N. meningitidis antigen W135.

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