Cryptosporidium ELISA Kits

Cryptosporidium is a genus of parasitic protozoans responsible for cryptosporidiosis, an infection leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea. Accurate detection of Cryptosporidium antigens in clinical samples is essential for diagnosis and research. Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) kits are widely used for this purpose due to their sensitivity and specificity.

Key Features:

• Sensitivity and Specificity: Designed to detect low concentrations of Cryptosporidium antigens with high specificity, minimizing cross-reactivity with other pathogens.
• Assay Range: Typically, these kits offer a detection range suitable for clinical levels of Cryptosporidium antigens. For example, the Cryptosporidium ELISA Kit from ALPCO is designed for the qualitative determination of Cryptosporidium parvum and Cryptosporidium hominis in human stool samples. Alpco
• Sample Types: Validated for use with various sample matrices, including fresh, frozen, or preserved human fecal specimens, providing versatility for different research and diagnostic needs.
• Assay Time: The total assay duration varies but generally ranges from 1 to 2 hours, facilitating efficient processing of multiple samples.

Applications:

• Clinical Diagnostics: Cryptosporidium ELISA kits are used in clinical settings to detect Cryptosporidium infections, aiding in the diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis. They provide a non-invasive means to evaluate infection status and guide treatment decisions.
• Epidemiological Studies: In public health research, these kits help monitor the prevalence of Cryptosporidium infections in populations, contributing to the understanding of transmission patterns and the development of control strategies.
• Water Quality Testing: Cryptosporidium is a waterborne pathogen. ELISA kits are employed to assess water quality by detecting Cryptosporidium contamination, ensuring the safety of drinking water supplies.

By providing accurate quantification of Cryptosporidium antigens, these ELISA kits are invaluable tools in clinical diagnostics, public health research, and environmental monitoring, facilitating studies on infection prevalence, transmission dynamics, and the efficacy of intervention strategies.