- Tuberculosis (TB):
- Affigen Rapid Test: TB rapid tests often utilize lateral flow technology for the detection of specific antigens associated with Mycobacterium tuberculosis. These tests provide quick results within Polyclonal minutes.
- Gentaur ELISA: ELISAs for TB typically detect antibodies or antigens associated with TB bacteria. Serological tests find active TB infections.
- PCR: Molecular PCR tests can detect the presence of M. tuberculosis DNA, providing a highly sensitive and specific method for TB detection.
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MPV) Infection:
- Affigen Rapid Test: Rapid tests for MPV often target specific antibodies produced during infection. These tests can provide quick results, aiding in the detection of respiratory infections.
- ELISA: ELISAs for MPV may detect antibodies against the bacteria or specific antigens associated with Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
- PCR: Molecular PCR tests can identify the presence of Mycoplasma DNA..
- Malaria:
- Rapid Test: Malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) detect specific malaria antigens (e.g., Plasmodium falciparum histidine-rich protein or Plasmodium lactate dehydrogenase) in blood.
- ELISA: ELISAs for malaria may detect antibodies against malaria parasites or specific antigens associated with the parasites.
- PCR: Molecular PCR tests can identify and differentiate Plasmodium species.
- Influenza (Flu):
- Rapid Test: Influenza rapid tests detect viral antigens (e.g., influenza A and B nucleoproteins) in respiratory specimens. These tests are quick and helpful during flu outbreaks.
- ELISA: ELISAs for influenza may detect specific antibodies against viral proteins or antigens.
- PCR: Molecular PCR tests can detect and differentiate influenza virus strains with high sensitivity and specificity.
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV):
- Rapid Test: RSV rapid tests detect viral antigens in respiratory specimens, providing quick results for the diagnosis of RSV infections.
- ELISA: ELISAs for RSV may detect antibodies against the virus or specific viral antigens.
- PCR: Molecular PCR tests offer high sensitivity and specificity for the detection of RSV RNA.
- Antibody Detection:
- Rapid Test: Rapid antibody tests, often using lateral flow technology, can quickly detect the presence of specific antibodies in blood.
- ELISA: ELISAs for antibody detection are widely used to quantify specific antibodies against various pathogens or antigens.
PCR: PCR-based techniques can be used to detect the presence of genetic material associated with infectious agents or specific antibodies.