Candida Albicans

The Candida albicans Rapid Test Cassette (Vaginal Swab) is a qualitative, membrane based
immunoassay for the detection of Candida albicans antigens through visual interpretation of
color development on the internal strip. Anti-Candida albicans antibodies are immobilized on
the test region of the membrane. During testing, the specimen reacts with anti-Candida albicans
antibodies conjugated to colored particles impregnated onto the label pad of the test unit. The
mixture then migrates through the membrane by capillary action, and interacts with reagents on
the membrane. If there is sufficient Candida albicans antigens in the specimen, a colored line
will form at the test region of the membrane. The presence of this colored line indicates a
positive result, while its absence indicates a negative result. The appearance of a colored line at
the control region serves as a procedural control, indicating that proper volume of specimen has
been added and membrane wicking has occurred.