SAS™ StrepAlert® is a lateral-flow, membrane based immunoassay in a dipstick format, for the qualitative detection of Group A Streptococcal antigen from throat swab specimens.
Group A Strep is one of the most serious causes of upper respiratory infections, and the major cause of pharyngitis which, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications such as rheumatic fever, acute sinusitis, scarlet fever, and glomerulonephritis.
CLIA-WaivedSimple, easy-to-use procedureResults in 5 minutesSensitivity/Specificity: 97.9%/97.3%