Rubella-plus® is an immunochromatographic
assay for the qualitative detection of Rubella antibody (IgG) in
human serum or plasma.
Clearly different
Rubella-plus® provides simple, accurate detection of
rubella antibodies.
- Fast: results available in just 15
minutes
- Easy: no special training or rotator
needed
- Reliable: detects antibodies at a
level greater than or equal to 10 IU/mL
- Flexible: can be used with either
serum or plasma samples
Clearly better
The rapid, reliable results provided by Rubella-plus can lead to
improved patient care. Early detection in women of child-bearing
age may prevent the transmission of the disease to unborn
children
Add sample and developer.
Add 10 µL serum or plasma to sample window S.
Add 3 to 4 drops of developer solution to window D.
Read results.
Results appear in 6-15
minutes. For full instructions, see package insert.
About
Rubella
Rubella (also called German measles or 3-day measles) is a
disease caused by the rubella virus. Rubella spreads from person to
person through the air (often through close contact such as
talking, coughing, or sneezing) and is moderately contagious.
Although rubella can strike people of all ages, it poses the
greatest danger to unborn babies. Congenital rubella syndrome (CRS)
occurs when the rubella virus attacks a developing fetus. Up to 85%
of infants infected during the first trimester will be born with
birth defects, including deafness, blindness, heart defects, and
mental retardation.1 Miscarriages are also
common.2
Fortunately, due to widespread immunization with a rubella
vaccine, rubella and CRS are now uncommon in the U.S.1
Rubella vaccine is often given together with measles and mumps
vaccines as part of an MMR shot.
Reference
- Immunization Action Coalition. Vaccine Information for the
Public and Health Professionals: Rubella Questions and Answers.
Available at: http://www.vaccineinformation.org/rubella/qandadis.asp.
Accessed April 21, 2005.
- Centers for Disease Control. Parents Guide to Childhood
Immunization: Rubella (German Measles). Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/nip/publications/Parents-Guide/pg-rubella.pdf.
Accessed April 21, 2005.