OptiQual 2009 H1N1 Positive Control
OptiQual® 2009 H1N1 Positive Control
The OptiQual 2009 H1N1 Positive Control is intended for use in assessing the performance of nucleic acid test procedures for the determination of 2009 H1N1. 2009 H1N1 is a novel strain of influenza detected first in April of 2009, and molecular testing is recommended to distinguish this strain from seasonal influenza. This product is For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
The OptiQual 2009 H1N1 Positive Control is inactivated, significantly lowering the risk of disease transmission to laboratory personnel who would otherwise have to rely on positive patient samples. The control contains intact, encapsulated viral particles, which allows for verification of an effective extraction procedure, a benefit that other third-party control manufacturers cannot provide.
Routine use of these controls enables laboratories to monitor day-to-day test variation, lot-to-lot performance of test kits, and operator variation, and can assist in identifying increases in random or systematic error.
Product Description
The OptiQuant 2009 H1N1 Positive Control contains inactivated 2009 H1N1 virus. This product is For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Control Configurations
| Description | Catalog Number |
|---|---|
| OptiQual® 2009 H1N1 Positive Control (5 vials, 0.5 mL) |
95-0851 |
Storage Instructions
The OptiQual 2009 H1N1 Positive Control must be stored at -70°C or lower to ensure highest quality. The control is designed for single use only and excess material is to be appropriately discarded.