Respiratory Syncytial Virus Antigen Rapid Test Cassette（GICA）

The Respiratory Syncytial Virus(rsv) Antigen Rapid Test Cassette（GICA）is a rapid chromatographic immunoassay method used for qualitative detection of Respiratory Syncytial Virus(rsv) antigens in human nasal fluid, nasal specimens, and throat swab samples to help diagnose Respiratory Syncytial Virus (rsv) infection.

Respiratory syncytial virus(rsv), also known as syncytial virus and belonging to the family Paramyxoviridae, is the most common pathogen causing viral pneumonia in children. Respiratory syncytial virus(rsv) is a DNA virus that is mainly transmitted through airborne droplets and close contact, and is more common in newborns and infants under 6 months old. After being infected, the child may experience high fever, rhinitis, pharyngitis, and laryngitis. If the condition worsens, it may develop into bronchiolitis or pneumonia. A small number of children may also develop complications such as otitis media, pleurisy, and myocarditis.

Approximately 6.6 million new cases of acute lower respiratory tract infections (LRTI) occur annually in infants under 6 months, leading to 1.4 million hospitalizations and roughly 45,000 deaths each year.

Over 97% of RSV-related deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), where limited healthcare access results in many fatalities outside hospital settings.
Source: Journal de Pediatria (2025)

Key Features:

Kit components: Respiratory Syncytial Virus (rsv) Antigen Rapid Test Cassette（GICA）

Methodology: Gold Immuno-chromatographic Assay

Sample type: Nasal Lavage Fluid, Nasal Swabs, Throat Swabs

Detection time: 15-20 min

Stability: Stored at 4-30℃ until the expiry date for 36 months.