ELISA TEST swine influenza (H1N1) Swinecheck

This is an immunoenzymatic assay for the detection of swine influenza (H1N1) antibodies in porcine serum.

BACKGROUND:
This is an immunoenzymatic assay for the detection of swine influenza (H1N1) antibodies in porcine serum.

SUMMARY AND EXPLANATION:
The influenza virus is responsible for swine flu, one of the most common diseases throughout the world. Swine flu is contagious and mainly characterized by coughing, anorexia, lethargy, and nasal discharge. Other characteristics, although seldom observed, include abortion for sows and death for piglets.
This virus has several subtypes, the most common being H1N1 and H3N2. The differentiation between the subtypes is important since it will optimize vaccine selection.

CHARACTERISTICS:
- Blocking ELISA: Specific antigens to swine influenza (H1N1)
- Results available within 3 hours
- Tests per kit: 180 samples