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TEST, STAPHYLOCOCCUS AUREUS (Pastorex), 1 test

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S. AUREUS LATEX AGGLUTINATION (Pastorex)

CAUTION

This test is worded and codified by unit to make the order easier, but it is always packaged in kit of 50 tests.

Definition

Staphylococcus aureus agglutination latex test is a rapid slide agglutination test for the simultaneous detection of the fibrinogen affinity (clumping factor), protein A, and capsular polysaccharides of Staphylococcus aureus.

This kit is only to be used on cultured bacteria, not directly on clinical specimen.

Specifications

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Components

  • Latex test: 1 dropper bottle of 1 ml of red latex sensitised by bovine albumin solution, fibrinogen, IgG, and monoclonal antibodies directed against capsular polysaccharides of Staphylococcus aureus.
  • Negative control: 1 dropper bottle of 1 ml of negative control reagent of red latex sensitised by bovine albumin solution.
  • 16 disposable agglutination cards
  • 2 x 100 rods

Technical specifications

  • Specimen: cultured bacteria (not directly on clinical specimen!)
  • Negative control and latex test: liquid suspension, red

Packaging & Labelling

1 kit of 50 tests

Instructions for use

  • Follow the instructions of the package insert.
  • All the reagents and the sample should be used at a temperature between 18°C and 30°C.
  • Do not touch the reaction surface of the agglutination cards.
  • Shake the bottles of latex before use.
  • Wipe the tip of the reagent dropper bottle in order to obtain well-calibrated drops.
  • Hold the reagent bottle vertical to deposit drops.

Please consult the “Bacteriology laboratory procedures and resources” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources: https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Bacteriology-Laboratory-Resources.aspx

For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor

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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

  • Store at 2°C to 8°C after opening.
  • Do not use after the expiry date.
  • Shelf life: 15 months.
  • Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of the total shelf life.
  • Do not freeze the latex reagents.
  • Store the latex reagent vertically.

(Cf Introduction: Thermosensitive products)

Waste management

After use, sterilise the cultures and all contaminated material.

Presence of substance with hazardous characteristics. Please contact your watsan referent for advice on proper disposal.

Detailed hazard and precautionary information can be found in the safety data sheet (SDS).

Classification EC Regulation N° 1272/2008

Negative control and latex test

  • Skin Sens: Category 1A, H317
  • Chronic aquatic toxicity, Category 3, H412
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Warning

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
P273Avoid release to the environment
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P302 + P352IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water
P333 + P313If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P501Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations

Signal Word

Warning

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H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
P273Avoid release to the environment
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P302IF ON SKIN:
P333 + P313If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
P501Dispose of contents/container to location in accordance with local and regional/ national/ international regulations

MSF requirements

Reserved to bacteriology programmes.

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