Avian Influenza Virus Antigen Rapid Test Card

Introduction

Avian influenza is caused by Orthomyxoviridae type A family specific virus. There are 3 types of

Influenza virus: A, B, C, as far as we know, only type A influenza virus can infect Poultry.

The AIV Ag test strip is based on fast immuno-chromatography technique to detect AIV Ag in birds’ trachea or cloaca (or feces). After adding sample, the sample move along with the colloidal gold labeling AIV antibody, if there is AIV antigen in the sample, it combines with antibody on T line and show wine-red color; if there is no AIV antigen, then no color reaction.