AlerTox Sticks Egg: Rapid Ovalbumin Detection

Introduction to AlerTox Sticks Egg

The AlerTox Sticks Egg is a rapid, immunochromatographic, lateral flow test designed for the qualitative detection of ovalbumin. This test is crucial for identifying ovalbumin residues in various food products, kitchen environments, and production facilities. Ovalbumin, a primary protein found in eggs, is a common allergen that can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals. This document provides detailed instructions for using the AlerTox Sticks Egg kit, ensuring accurate and reliable results for food safety and quality control.

Key Features and Applications

This kit is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

• Testing of food samples for ovalbumin content.
• Analysis of rinse water from food processing equipment.
• Swabbing and testing of surfaces in kitchens and production areas to detect residual allergens.

The test offers a limit of detection (LOD) of 1.25 ppm for solid and liquid samples, and approximately 0.031 µg of ovalbumin/16 cm² for surface analysis. It is important to note that AlerTox Sticks Egg is a qualitative test and should be used for screening purposes. For quantitative analysis, refer to the AlerTox ELISA Egg Kit or AlerTox ELISA Ovalbumin Kit.

Test Procedures and Interpretation

Detailed procedures are provided for testing solid food samples, liquid samples, and surfaces. Each procedure includes step-by-step instructions with visual aids to guide users through sample preparation, test strip application, and result interpretation. The results are indicated by the presence or absence of colored lines on the test strip, with clear guidelines for positive, negative, and invalid results.

For detailed information on specific test procedures, kit contents, precautions, and troubleshooting, please refer to the full instructions within this document. For further assistance or information on matrix validation, contact Hygiena at www.hygiena.com/support.