TRUSTwell HCV IgG ELISA

TEST PRINCIPLE

The TRUSTwell HCV IgG ELISA Kit is a solid phase enzyme linked immunosorbent assay based on the principle of the indirect EIA technique for the detection of the IgG to HCV in human serum or plasma. The TRUSTwell HCV IgG ELISA Kit is composed of two key components: 1) Solid microwells pre-coated with recombinant HCV antigens; 2) Liquid conjugates composed of mouse anti-human IgG conjugated with horse radish peroxidase (HRP-anti Human IgG conjugates). During the assay, the test specimen is first incubated with the coated microwells. The IgG anti HCV, if present in the specimen, bind to the antigens coated on the microwell surface. In the second incubation with the HRP-anti-human IgG conjugates, the IgG antibodies absorbed on the surface of microwell react to the HRP-anti-human IgG conjugates. Unbounded conjugates are then removed by washing. The presence of the complexed conjugates is shown by a blue color upon additional incubation with TMB substrate. The reaction is stopped with Stop Solution and absorbances are read using a spectrophotometer at 450 /620-690 nm.

STORAGE AND STABILITY 

All reagents except the concentrated wash buffer are ready bo use as supplied. Return all reagents requiring refrigeration immediately after use. Resealthe microwells after removing the desired number of wells. Ensure that the reagents are brought to room temperature before opening. All the reagents are stable through the expiration date printed on the label if not opened. Do not freeze the kit or expose the kit over 8°C.