The Sofia RSV Fluorescent Immunoassay (FIA) uses advanced immunofluorescence-based lateral-flow technology to detect respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) nucleoprotein antigen directly from nasopharyngeal swab and nasopharyngeal aspirate/wash specimens from symptomatic patients. The high sensitivity of the Sofia RSV FIA offers confidence in rapid RSV testing. Features & Benefits:
A 15-minute test that has a walk-away automation feature that allows user to multitask. Offers accurate detection with nasopharyngeal swabs, or aspirate/wash samples. CLIA-waived for children less than 7 years of age, and moderately complex for pediatric patients from age 7 to less than 19 years of age.