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® ™ A D VA N C E These instructions are only a Reference Guide. For complete information, refer to the OraQuick Rapid HIV-1/2 Antibody Test Package Insert. Read these instructions completely before using the product. Follow the instructions carefully when performing testing. Not doing so may result in inaccurate test results.
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Oral fluid is not considered potentially infectious unless it contains blood. See “Universal Precautions, ” CDC, MMWR, 1988; 37(24):377-388. CDC, MMWR, 2001: 50(RR-11):1-42. For answers to questions regarding the OraQuick® ADVANCE Rapid HIV-1/2 Antibody Test ™ or for more information on other OraSure Technologies’ products, call:...
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OraQuick® ADVANCE ™ Rapid HIV-1/2 Antibody Test Kit Controls are available separately for use only with the OraQuick® ADVANCE ™ Rapid HIV-1/2 Antibody Test. The Kit Controls are specifically formulated and manufactured to ensure performance of the Test, and are used to verify your ability to properly perform the test and interpret the results.
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ORAL FLUID – Specimen Collection and Testing Procedure 1 – COLLECT 2 – TEST DO NOT DO NOT Flat Absorbent Packet • Have the person being tested remove the Device from its Pouch. • DO NOT allow the person to touch the Flat Pad ( see picture A1 •...
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FINGERSTICK - WHOLE BLOOD – Specimen Collection and Testing Procedure 1 – COLLECT 2 – MIX 3 – TEST Handle • Using an antiseptic wipe, clean the finger of the person being tested. Allow the finger to dry thoroughly or wipe dry with a sterile gauze pad. •...
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VENIPUNCTURE - WHOLE BLOOD – Specimen Collection and Testing Procedure 1 – COLLECT heparin (green top), or sodium citrate (light blue top). Other anticoagulants have not been tested and may give an incorrect result. If the specimens are not 2 – MIX 3 –...
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PLASMA – Specimen Collection and Testing Procedure 1 – COLLECT using a tube containing EDTA (lavender top) anticoagulant. Other anticoagulants have not been tested and may give an incorrect result. If NOTE: Testing of plasma samples may only be performed by 2 –...
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