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Precautions CL Detect™ Rapid Test
Adhere to the procedures described in this insert. Any
For Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
variations from the described methodology may affect
For Export Use Only
Use this test only with skin lesion samples. Do not use
The CL Detect™ Rapid Test is a qualitative, in vitro
serum, plasma or whole blood with this test strip.
immunochromatographic assay for the rapid detection of Do not use samples from lesions that are over 2 months
Leishmania species in skin lesions from an individual
old or samples that have undergone multiple freeze-
suspected of having cutaneous leishmaniasis. This test has
been designed to test for species of the genus Leishmania
Handle all samples and kits used as if they contain
that cause cutaneous leishmaniasis (CL). This test is
infectious agents. Observe established precautions
intended for laboratory professional use only and is for
against microbiological hazards while performing all
procedures and follow the standard procedures for
proper disposal of samples and used kits.
Summary and Explanation
Wear protective clothing, eye protection and disposable
gloves while performing the assay. Wash hands
Several Leishmania species are responsible for cutaneous
leishmaniasis. In the Middle East and Central Asia, the Avoid all contact between hands and eyes or other
predominant species responsible for cutaneous forms of
leishmaniasis are L. major and L. tropica. L. donovani and
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the area where the
L. infantum predominantly lead to visceral forms of
Leishmaniasis. In Iraq, L. major is the major cause of Chase Buffer contains a preservative; avoid all possible
cutaneous leishmaniasis with most of the reported cases in
contact with skin and mucous membranes. Lysis buffer
the army being due to this agent. It is the primary agent for
contains detergents and should not be in contact with
zoonotic cutaneous leishmaniasis (ZCL). In Afghanistan, the
primary agent for cutaneous leishmaniasis is L. tropica with
an active infection rate in Kabul of 2.7%,but areas of Northern Afghanistan are also endemic for L. major. L. tropica is morefrequently associated with anthroponotic cutaneous leishmaniasis (ACL). In Central and South The entire kit is designed to be stored at room temperature America, L. braziliensis, mexicana, amazonensis and (20C-30C) for the duration of its shelf life. Exposure to panamensis, among other species, are prevalent and temperatures over 30C can impact the performance of the responsible for cutaneous leishmaniasis.
test and should be minimized. The test strips should not be
frozen. The test strips should be used immediately after
Principle
removal from the pouch or vial to prevent exposure to
The CL Detect™ Rapid Test for CL is a qualitative, membrane based immunoassay for the detection of
Kit Contents
amastigote antigens present in skin lesions of individuals
infected with Leishmania parasites. The membrane is pre-
CL DetectTM Rapid Test strip's membrane is pre-coated with
coated with an affinity purified polyclonal antibody to an
an affinity purified polyclonal antibody that reacts with
amastigote antigen (Peroxidoxin) on the test line region and
leishmania amastigotes on the test line region and goat anti
goat anti-mouse IgG on the control line region. During mouse IgG on the control line region. It is detected with a testing, the lysed sample reacts with the dye conjugate colloidal gold labeled monoclonal antibody to the same (monoclonal antibody to the amastigote antigen) which has
been pre-coated in the test device. The mixture then chromatographically migrates upward on the membrane, The kit contains the following: reacts with the affinity purified rabbit antibody, generating a
1. Twenty-five (25) individually pouched test strips or
red line. Presence of this red line indicates a positive result,
twenty-five (25) test strips in a vial with desiccant in the
while its absence indicates a negative result. Regardless of
the presence of amastigote antigens, as the mixture continues
to migrate across the membrane to the immobilized goat
3. One (1) vial of Chase Buffer solution, 6ml.
anti-mouse IgG region, a red line at the control line region
4. One (1) vial of Positive Control solution, 6ml.
will always appear. The presence of this red line serves as
5. One (1) vial of Negative Control solution, 6ml.
verification for sufficient sample volume and proper flow
CE CL Detect Rapid Test Insert Part No. 900121-03 Effective Date: 07/08/2013
The following materials are provided optionally:
Press a thumb on to the skin where the broach was
2. Twenty-five (25) sterile dental broaches.
Gently rotate (twist) the broach twice (back and
3. Twenty-five (25) transfer pipets (20ul).
Remove broach with a quick sharp pull, twisting
Materials needed but not provided:
Place it barbed-end down into a sample cup
Twist the barb to remove as much cellular material
Sample Collection
Use transfer pipette to flush tissue from broach as
Only skin lesions are to be used with this kit. Human
serum should not be tested with this kit.
Make sure the lysis buffer and material are well
Samples must be treated with 3 drops of lysis buffer in
mixed. Material should remain in lysis buffer for 5-
preparation for testing. Incubate samples in lysis buffer
10 minutes prior to testing with CL Detect™.
at room temperature for 5-10 minutes. Samples must not
remain in lysis buffer for more than 30 minutes prior to
Dermal Scraping Procedure
testing. In all cases, ensure that the lysis buffer and the
Unwrap sterile scalpel blade/sterile vaccinostyle
from packaging. Note that this is not provided with
Test should be performed as soon as possible after
collection of the sample. Do not leave samples at room
Lift the necrotic lip of the lesion to reach the area
temperature for prolonged periods. Samples can be
refrigerated at 2-8C up to 1 day. Otherwise samples
Scrape the upper dermis 4 times from the inside in
an outward motion using the edge of the scalpel
Bring sample to room temperature prior to testing.
Frozen samples must be completely thawed prior to
Deposit tissue flecks and juice directly from the
testing. Samples should not be repeatedly frozen and
surface of the blade into a collection cup (may be
provided with this kit) by rinsing with 3 drops of
If samples are to be shipped, they should be packed in
compliance with Federal Regulations covering
Make sure the lysis buffer and material are well
mixed. Material should remain in lysis buffer for 5-
10 minutes prior to testing with CL Detect™.
Lesion Preparation: A sample should be obtained by a trained medical professional. Note that the lesion should Test Procedure be less than 2 months old. Guidelines for preparing the lesion to obtain a sample, is described as follows: Refer to “Test Procedure” figure on page 3.
Thoroughly clean the lesion and surrounding skin
1. Collect skin lesion sample as described in the Sample
Debride the sore by using forceps to apply a gauze
Collection section of this product insert.
pad soaked in sterile 0.9% saline solution. Rub until
2. Allow the sample to reach room temperature prior to
the entire crust is removed, leaving the lesion
testing. Sample should remain in lysis buffer for 5-10
minutes prior to testing with CL Detect™.
Apply EMLA cream to the surrounding edge of the 3. Remove the test strip from the foil pouch or vial.
lesion or use injectable lidocaine if necessary to
4. Add 20 l of sample to the test strip in the area beneath
A scalpel may be used to debride if necessary, only 5. Add 3 drops of the Chase Buffer solution provided with
after reducing discomfort pain with EMLA or
6. Place the test strip into the cup so that the end of the
Once the lesion is prepared, a sample can be
strip is facing downward as indicated by the arrows on
obtained by a trained medical professional. Below
are two methods that have been clinically proven to
7. Read the results in 20-30 minutes. It is important that
the background is clear before reading the test,
especially when samples have low levels of antigen, and
Dental Broach Procedure
only a weak band appears in the test region (T). Results
Remove dental broach from individual packaging.
interpreted after 30 minutes can be misleading.
At the border of the lesion, insert the barb into the
lesion to a depth of approximately ½ the length of
Note: Do not test this product with the Chase Buffer
the barb from the ulcer to the inflamed area.
solution alone. 20 l of sample must be added first.
CE CL Detect Rapid Test Insert Part No. 900121-03 Effective Date: 07/08/2013 Controls Interpretation of Results
One vial each of positive and negative control is provided
Refer to “Interpretation” figure on page 3.
with each test kit. Positive and negative controls should be
tested with each new kit of 25 test strips to ensure kit A Positive Result integrity. Avoid switching caps of positive and negative The test is positive when a control line and test line appear control bottles, or otherwise contaminating the tips.
in the test area. A positive result indicates that the CLDetectTM Rapid Test detected antigens present in
Procedure:
amastigotes. A faint line is considered a positive result. As
1. Dilute positive or negative sample by adding 1 drop of
a guide for interpretation, the red color in the test region will
positive or negative control plus 3 drops of lysis buffer
vary depending on the concentration of antigens present. The
test line for "weakly positive" samples may show results
2. Remove test strip from pouch or vial.
between a weak positive red line to a faintly red, almost
3. Add 20 l of diluted positive or negative control to the
white background. "Weakly positive" samples are those with
test strip in the area beneath the arrow using a transfer
4. Add 3 drops of Chase Buffer solution to a reaction cup.
A Negative Result
5. Place the test strip into the cup so that the end of the
The test is negative when only the control line appears. A
strip is facing downward as indicated by the arrows on
negative result indicates that the CL Detect™ Rapid Test did
not detect antigens in the sample. No test line is present.
6. Read the results in 20-30 minutes. Follow procedure
below regarding interpretation of results.
An Invalid Result
7. The positive control should yield a positive result, and
No control line is visible. It is recommended to retest using a
newCL Detect™ Rapid Test for Cutaneous Leishmaniasis
8. If either the positive or negative control fails, retest with
Note: The red color in the test region will vary depending
on the concentration of Leishmanial antigen present.
However, neither the quantitative value nor the rate of
increase in antigen can be determined by this qualitative test.
CE CL Detect Rapid Test Insert Part No. 900121-03 Effective Date: 07/08/2013 Performance Characteristics
considered with other clinical information available to
If the result is negative and clinical symptoms persist,
In endemic areas, the sensitivity of the CL Detect™ Rapid
additional follow-up testing using other clinical methods
Test is to be determined. The specificity of the test may
is recommended. A negative result does not preclude
A false positive result may occur. Confirmatory testing
Comparison of CL Detect™ Rapid Test to Microscopy
(such as by culture) is advised especially in cases where
for Dental Broach collection method
Fifty-nine (59) Cutaneous leishmaniasis skin lesion samples
were collected using a dental broach collection device under
The performance of this test has not been evaluated with
the IRB-approved protocol for study sites in Tunisia.
Samples, typically from lesions <2 months old, were
Use of bloody samples may lead to inaccurate results.
collected in lysis buffer and tested in the CL Detect™ Rapid
Residual betadine or mercurochrome on samples may
Test. The CL Detect™ Rapid Test reactivity was compared
lead to inaccurate results. Lesions must be thoroughly
to microscopy data (WHO scale) for the same lesion (see
cleaned and debrided as directed in the “Sample
Collection” section of this insert, prior to sample
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To date, 16 samples with non-CL skin lesions have been
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tested using the Dental Broach collection method. All were
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