TUBEX® TF
Rapid Typhoid Detection.
TUBEX® TF is a rapid in vitro diagnostic test based on IMBI® technology, enabling the fast and reliable detection of acute typhoid fever caused by Salmonella Typhi. With results available in just 10 minutes, the test supports timely diagnosis in both laboratory and point-of-care settings.
Rapid results for early diagnosis
TUBEX® TF delivers results within 10 minutes, supporting timely diagnosis and immediate treatment decisions.
A positive test result, in combination with clinical symptoms, provides a strong indication of acute typhoid infection, enabling earlier intervention and improved patient management.
What is IMBI® Technology and how does it enable simple and reliable testing?
IMBI® Technology (Inhibition Magnetic Binding Immunoassay) is a semi-quantitative method that enables simple and reliable testing through visual interpretation without the need for advanced instrumentation.
The technology is based on a magnetic binding principle, where the presence of specific antibodies in the sample influences the interaction between test reagents. The result is then interpreted visually using a clear color scale, making it easy to read and evaluate.
Key advantages of IMBI® technology:
- No need for complex instrumentation
- Easy implementation in routine workflows
- Reliable visual readout
- Suitable for decentralized testing
This makes TUBEX® TF particularly valuable in resource-limited settings and field environments.
Key Benefits of TUBEX® TF
- Rapid detection of acute typhoid fever
- Results available within 10 minutes
- Easy-to-use with visual readout
- No need for advanced laboratory equipment
- Suitable for point-of-care and field diagnostics
- Supports early clinical decision-making
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TUBEX® TF is characterized by high sensitivity and specificity. TUBEX® TF can be performed in any laboratory environment and the result is ready within 10 minutes.
What is Typhoid Fever?
Typhoid fever is a systemic bacterial infection caused by Salmonella Typhi, characterized by prolonged high fever and multi-organ involvement.
After ingestion, the bacteria can spread through the bloodstream, making early and accurate diagnosis essential.
- Common symptoms include:
- Persistent high fever
- Fatigue and weakness
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Headache and nausea
Because these symptoms overlap with other febrile illnesses, clinical diagnosis alone is often insufficient, highlighting the need for reliable diagnostic testing.
Where Can TUBEX® TF Be Used?
TUBEX® TF is designed for versatile use across multiple healthcare settings:
- Clinical laboratories
- Point-of-care environments
- Field and mobile healthcare units
Its flexibility makes it an ideal solution in endemic regions and outbreak situations, where rapid and accessible diagnostics are essential.
Improved Analysis of Challenging Samples
For enhanced performance when analyzing colored serum samples, TUBEX® TF Wash is recommended as a complementary solution.
This ensures more accurate interpretation and reliable results, even in complex sample conditions.
Manufacturer
IDL Biotech is the legal manufacturer of both TUBEX® TF and TUBEX® TF Wash, ensuring consistent quality and reliability.
Clinical evaluation
In a comparative study in the Philippines, Kawano and co-workers evaluated four antibody detection tests for typhoid fever. The sensitivity of TUBEX® TF was 95% at a specificity of 80%. In this study TUBEX® TF performed best among other analysed tests. TUBEX® TF has been clinically evaluated on more than 5000 patients in different endemic settings, showing consistent performance across multiple continents.
References for TUBEX TF
Tam FCH., Leung DTM., Ma CH., Lim P-L.: Modification of the Tubex typhoid test to detect antibodies directly from haemolytic serum and whole blood. J Medical Microbiol 2008; 57: 1349-1353.
WHO. Background document: The diagnosis, treatment and prevention of typhoid fever. 2003; 11-16. WHO/V&B/03.07.
Bacteriology
An effective typhoid test
Typhoid fever is water and food-borne infectious disease caused by the bacterium, Salmonella enterica. IDL Biotechs product TUBEX® TF, is a rapid and sensitive in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of acute typhoid fever.
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