Monkeypox Antigen Rapid Test kit

What is the rapid diagnostic test for monkeypox?

This rapid test kit is intended for the qualitative detection of Monkeypox antigen in human skin lesion material, including swabs of lesion surface and/or exudate, roofs from more than one lesion, or lesion crusts. Swab the lesion vigorously, to ensure adequate viral DNA is collected.

Monkeypox Antigen Rapid Test Kit Specification

Test item: Monkeypox Antigen Rapid Test Kit

Sample Type: Human skin lesion material (swabs of lesion surface and/or exudate, roofs from more than one lesion, or lesion crusts)

Product shelf life: 24 Months

Test Speed: Whin 8 minutes

Sample volume: 3 full drops

Package: 1 Tests/Box

Storage condition: Store at 2-30℃

How do I check if I have monkeypox?

Monkeypox is a disease caused by the monkeypox virus. Its diagnosis requires a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory test results.

1. Clinical symptom observation:
   Skin lesions: Monkeypox usually presents as a rash that is initially erythematous and gradually evolves into papules, blisters, pustules, and scabs.
   Monkeypox Systemic symptoms: fever, headache, muscle pain, fatigue, and other flu-like symptoms.
2. Laboratory tests:
   Pathogenic detection involves Detecting monkeypox virus DNA in the patient’s blood, skin exudates, or other body fluids using polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology. This blood test for monkeypox is the most accurate detection method currently available.
   Serological testing: Detection of specific antibodies in the patient’s serum by ELISA and other methods to confirm the presence of monkeypox virus infection. Patients in the acute infection period may show positive IgM antibodies, while IgG antibodies appear in the recovery period.
   Virus culture: Monkeypox virus is isolated from patient samples, and the morphology of virus particles is observed by electron microscopy. However, this method is time-consuming and requires a high-level biosafety laboratory.
3. Imaging examination:
   For patients with systemic symptoms, such as pneumonia, brain X-rays can be performed to assess whether there is lung infection or other complications.

The diagnosis of monkeypox mainly relies on a combination of clinical symptoms and laboratory tests. PCR testing is the most commonly used and accurate method. Early detection and timely treatment are crucial to controlling the disease.

Can you test for monkeypox at home?

Yes, the Monkeypox Rapid Antigen Test Kit is designed for self-testing of the monkeypox virus at home. The monkeypox testing takes only 8-15 minutes to know whether you are infected with the monkeypox virus. It is convenient, economical, and has many privacy protection benefits.