Bio-Detect Test Strips
Alexeter Bio-Detect Test Strips are intended to screen samples for biological threats. Based on lateral-flow immunochromatographic device that uses two antibodies in combination to specifically detect the antigen in solution.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Alexeter Technologies LLC |
| Product Name |
| Bio-Detect Test Strips |
| Detection Category |
| Biological |
| Detection Principle |
| Immunological; |
| Detection Method |
| Lateral Flow Hand Held Immunoassay ; |
| Application |
| Emergency Response; Detection; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| Alexeter Bio-Detect Test Strips are intended to screen samples for biological threats. Based on lateral-flow immunochromatographic device that uses two antibodies in combination to specifically detect the antigen in solution. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: Alexeter Technologies - Bio-Detect.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 3.5 x 5.25 x 8.125 in (89 x 134 x 207 mm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 13.9 oz (394 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Noise Produced |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Pocket Size |
| Operating Conditions |
| 4 to 40°C (40 to 105°F) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| Yes |
| Calibration Schedule |
| None |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Single use item |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 18 months |
| Unit Cost |
| $685 per 25 pack assays; Guardian reader (optional) $7,500 |
| Maintenance Cost |
| $27 sample cost |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| B. anthracis (Anthrax), Y. pestis (Plague), Botulinum toxin, Brucella, Orthopox, Ricin, Staphylococcus Enterotoxin B (SEB), F. tularensis (Tularemia), C. burnetti (Q fever), B. mallei (Glanders) |
| Other Biological Targets |
| Yes |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| µg; ng; Bot Tox 30 ng/mL, Ricin 5 ng/mL, SEB 0.10 µg/mL, Plague 1.0 µg/mL |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Immediate |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| >15 minutes |
| Total Run Time |
| 15 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| No |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| No |
