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Adaltis Rapid HIV-1/2 test

Product Evaluations
Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

Effect of extreme temperatures of storage on the performance of a HIV rapid test
N. Ha, F. Cadoret, J. Roy, M. Houde
(4th IAS)
Abstract

Bionor HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

A simple semi-rapid HIV-1&2 confirmatory immunoassay using magnetic particles.
Sommerfelt MA, Ohlsson I, Flolid I, et al
J Virol Methods. 2004 Feb;115(2):191-8.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Calypte Aware HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Calypte AWARE HIV-1/2 OMT antibody test using oral fluid: special challenges of rapid
HIV testing in the developing world.
Gottfried TD, Mink RW, Phanuphak P,
Expert Rev Mol Diagn. 2006 Mar;6(2):139-144
Abstract

Camstix-HIV 1+2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Evaluation of Four Simple/Rapid Assays and Two Fourth-Generation FLISAs for
the Identification of HIV Infection on a Serum Panel Representing the HIV-1 Group
M Genetic Diversity in Cameroon.
Aghokeng AF, Ewane L, Awazi B, et al
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2004 Dec 15;37(5):1632-1640.
Abstract

Capillus HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Rapid particle agglutination test for human immunodeficiency virus: hospital-based evaluation.
Ramalingam S, Kannangai R, Raj A A
J Clin Microbiol 2002 Apr;40(4):1553-4
Abstract
Evaluation of an alternative confirmatory strategy for the diagnosis of HIV infection in Dar
Es Salaam, Tanzania, based on simple rapid assays.
Urassa W, Nozohoor S, Jaffer S, et al
J Virol Methods 2002 Feb;100(1-2):115-20
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sensitivity and specificity of human immunodeficiency virus rapid serologic assays
and testing algorithms in an antenatal clinic in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Koblavi-Deme S, Maurice C, Yavo D, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2001 May;39(5):1808-12
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection with different subtypes
using rapid tests.
Phillips S, Granade TC, Pau CP, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2000 Jul;7(4):698-9
Paper

Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

Reliability and acceptability levels of rapid HIV testing in rural and urban sites
Serunkuuma R., Kalule F., Kewelimidde N.
(4thIAS)
Abstract

Differing Results of a Rapid HIV Testing Algorithm in Couples� Testing Centers in Two African
Cities with Different Clades of HIV
Glass S
(3rd IAS)
Abstract

CombAIDS Visual

Product Evaluations

Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Serological diagnosis of human immuno-deficiency virus in Burkina Faso: reliable,
practical strategies using less expensive commercial test kits
Meda N, Gautier-Charpentier L, Soudre RB, et al.
Bull World Health Organ 1999;77(9):731-9
Abstract

Dynascreen HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

Results of introducing a rapid HIV immunochromatographic test in local health centers in Japan
Nagano, S. Iki, C. Sato, S. Kudo
(16IAC)
Abstract

Detect HIV 1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Validation of a modified commercial enzyme-linked immunoassay for detection of human
immunodeficiency virus type 1 immunoglobulin G antibodies in saliva.
Chohan BH, Lavreys L, Mandaliya KN, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2001 Mar;8(2):346-348
Paper

Determine HIV 1/2

Determine HIV 1/2 Web Page

Dipstick HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

DoubleCheck HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Efoora HIV Rapid Test

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Preclinical and clinical performance of the efoora test, a rapid test for detection of human
immunodeficiency virus-specific antibodies.
Arens MQ, Mundy LM, Amsterdam D, et al
J Clin Microbiol. 2005 May;43(5):2399-406.
Abstract

Assessment of the performance of a rapid, lateral flow assay for the detection of
antibodies to HIV.
Ketema F, Zeh C, Edelman DC, Saville R, Constantine NT.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr 2001 May 1;27(1):63-70
Abstract

Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

Comparative data summary of the Efoora rapid HIV diagnostic test
Grosky D., Rubenstein R.
XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Entebe HIV Dipstick

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Enzygnost Anti HIV-1/HIV-2 Plus

Fast-Check HIV-1/2 (serum)

Product Evaluations

Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Failure of rapid HIV tests
Wooltorton E
CMAJ. 2002 July 23; 167(2): 170
Paper

Fast-Check HIV-1/2 (whole blood)

Product Evaluations

Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Failure of rapid HIV tests
Wooltorton E
CMAJ. 2002 July 23; 167(2): 170
Paper

First Response HIV 1-2.O.

Product Evaluations

Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Performance characteristics of a new rapid immunochromatographic test for the detection of antibodies
to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) types 1 and 2.
Syed Iqbal H, Balakrishnan P, Murugavel KG, Suniti S.
J Clin Lab Anal. 2008;22(3):178-85.
Abstrac

Genelavia Mixt

Product Evaluations
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Serological diagnosis of human immuno-deficiency virus in Burkina Faso: reliable, practical
strategies using less expensive commercial test kits.
Meda N, Gautier-Charpentier L, Soudre RB, D, et al.
Bull World Health Organ 1999;77(9):731-9
Abstract

Genscreen plus HIV Ag-Ab

Genie II HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations
        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Evaluation of Four Simple/Rapid Assays and Two Fourth-Generation FLISAs for the Identification of
HIV Infection on a Serum Panel Representing the HIV-1 Group M Genetic Diversity in Cameroon.
Aghokeng AF, Ewane L, Awazi B, et al
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2004 Dec 15;37(5):1632-1640.
Abstract

Field Evaluation of a Rapid Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Serial Serologic Testing
Algorithm for Diagnosis and Differentiation of HIV Type 1 (HIV-1), HIV-2, and Dual HIV-1-
HIV-2 Infections in West African Pregnant Women.
Rouet F, Ekouevi DK, Inwoley A, et al
Clin Microbiol. 2004 Sep;42(9):4147-5
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sensitivity and specificity of human immunodeficiency virus rapid serologic assays and
testing algorithms in an antenatal clinic in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Koblavi-Deme S, Maurice C, Yavo D, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2001 May;39(5):1808-12
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Assessing Diagnostic Technologies Marketed to Less Industrialized
Countries
Branson, B
JIAPAC 2000; February:28-30.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Diagnostic challenges for rapid human immunodeficiency virus assays. Performance
using HIV-1 group O, HIV-1 group M, and HIV-2 samples.
Constantine NT; Zekeng L; Sangare AK; et al.
J Hum Virol. 1997 Nov-Dec;1(1):45-51.
Abstract

Field evaluation of rapid HIV serologic tests for screening and confirming HIV-1 infection
in Honduras.
Stetler HC; Granade TC; Nunez CA; et al.
AIDS. 1997 Mar;11(3):369-75.
Abstract

Hema-Strip HIV-1/2

Manufacturer�s Information

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Evaluation of rapid prenatal human immunodeficiency virus testing in rural cameroon.
Granade TC, Parekh BS, Tih PM, et al
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol. 2005 Jul;12(7):855-60
Abstract

Performance of the OraQuick and Hema-Strip rapid HIV antibody detection assays
by non-laboratorians.
Granade TC, Parekh BS, Phillips SK, McDougal JS.
J Clin Virol. 2004 Jul;30(3):229-32
Abstract

Rapid Whole-Blood Finger-Stick Test for HIV Antibody: Performance and Acceptability
Among Women in Northern Thailand.
Liu A, Kilmarx PH, Supawitkul S, et al;
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2003 Jun 1;33(2):194-198.
Abstract

Evaluation of a rapid test for HIV antibodies in saliva and blood.
Webber LM, Swanevelder C, Grabow WO, Fourie PB
S Afr Med J 2000 Oct;90(10):1004-7
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
A simple whole-blood test for detecting antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus.
Schramm W, Wade SE, Barriga Angulo G, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 1998 Mar;5(2):263-265
Paper

Evaluation of a rapid test for the detection of antibodies to human immunodeficiency
virus type 1 and 2.
Ng KP, Saw TL, Baki A, He J, Singh N, Lyles CM
Int J STD AIDS 1999 Jun;10(6):401-4
Abstract

HIV-CHEK

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Assessing Diagnostic Technologies Marketed to Less Industrialized Countries
Branson, B
JIAPAC 2000; February:28-30.
Paper
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection with different subtypes
using rapid tests.
Phillips S, Granade TC, Pau CP, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2000 Jul;7(4):698-699
Paper

Field evaluation of rapid HIV serologic tests for screening and confirming HIV-1 infection
in Honduras.
Stetler HC; Granade TC; Nunez CA; et al.
AIDS. 1997 Mar;11(3):369-75.
Abstract

Performance and cost-effectiveness of a dual rapid assay system for screening and
confirmation of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 seropositivity.
Spielberg FA, Kabeya CM, Quinn TC, Ryder RW, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 1990 Feb;28(2):303-6
Abstract

HIV-CHEK System 3

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Diagnostic challenges for rapid human immunodeficiency virus assays.Performance using HIV-1 group O, HIV-1 group M, andHIV-2 samples.
Constantine NT; Zekeng L; Sangare AK; et al.
J Hum Virol. 1997 Nov-Dec;1(1):45-51.
Abstract

HIV Sav 1/2 Rapid SeroTest

Manufacturer�s Information

Product Evaluations
       Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

HIV Tri-Dot

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Hospital-based evaluation of two rapid human immunodeficiency virus antibody
screening tests.
Kannangai R, Ramalingam S, Pradeepkumar S, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2000 Sep;38(9):3445-7
Paper
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Test for HIV Antibody.
Branson B.
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

HIV SPOT-1/2

Product Evaluations

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sensitivity and specificity of human immunodeficiency virus rapid serologic assays and
testing algorithms in an antenatal clinic in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Koblavi-Deme S, Maurice C, Yavo D, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2001 May;39(5):1808-12
Paper
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Hospital-based evaluation of two rapid human immunodeficiency virus antibody
screening tests.
Kannangai R, Ramalingam S, Pradeepkumar S, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2000 Sep;38(9):3445-7
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sensitivity and specificity of human immunodeficiency virus rapid serologic assays and
testing algorithms in an antenatal clinic in Abidjan, Ivory Coast.
Koblavi-Deme S, Maurice C, Yavo D, et al.
J Clin Microbiol 2001 May;39(5):1808-12
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Test for HIV Antibody.
Branson B.
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Serological diagnosis of human immuno-deficiency virus in Burkina Faso: reliable,
practical stratgies using less expensive commercial test kits.
Meda N, Gautier-Charpentier L, Soudre RB, et al.
Bull World Health Organ 1999;77(9):731-9
Abstract

ImmunoComb II HIV-1+2 BiSpot

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Evaluation of Four Simple/Rapid Assays and Two Fourth-Generation FLISAs for the Identification of
HIV Infection on a Serum Panel Representing the HIV-1 Group M Genetic Diversity in Cameroon.
Aghokeng AF, Ewane L, Awazi B, et al
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2004 Dec 15;37(5):1632-1640.
Abstract

Diagnostic challenges for rapid human immunodeficiency virus assays. Performance
using HIV-1 group O, HIV-1 group M, andHIV-2 samples.
Constantine NT; Zekeng L; Sangare AK; et al.
J Hum Virol. 1997 Nov-Dec;1(1):45-51.
Abstract

MiraWell Rapid HIV 1/2 Test
anufacturer�s Information

Merlin Immediate HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Field evaluation of the Merlin immediate HIV-1 and -2 test forpoint-of-care detection
of human immunodeficiency virus antibodies.
Shafran SD, Conway B, Prasad E, et al
Clin Infect Dis 2002 Mar 1;34(5):658-61
Abstract

Field Evaluation of the Merlin Immediate HIV-1 and -2 Test for Point-of-Care Detection
of Human Immunodeficiency Virus Antibodies.
Shafran SD, Conway B, Prasad E, et al.
Clin Infect Dis 2002 Mar 1;34(5):658-61
Abstract

MicroRED HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

MultiSpot

FDA Approval

          Internet Documents

Bio-Rad Receives FDA Approval for New HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Test
January 04, 2005
News Release

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves a marketing application (PMA) for the
Multispot HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Test.
December 30, 2005
Announcement

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Multispot HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Test: advantages over other rapid HIV tests.
O'Conell RJ, Peel SA.
Expert Rev Mol Diagn. 2007 Sep;7(5):499-505.
Abstract

Sensitivity of the Multispot HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Test Using Samples from Human
Immunodeficiency VirusType 1-Positive Individuals with Various Levels of Exposure to
Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy.
O'connell RJ, Agan BK, Anderson SA, et al
J Clin Microbiol. 2006 May;44(5):1831-3.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Test for HIV Antibody.
Branson B.
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection with different subtypes using rapid tests.
Phillips S, Granade TC, Pau CP, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2000 Jul;7(4):698-699
Paper

Perinatal maternal morbidity patterns in mothers delivering in Gweru City
(Midlands province).
Zishiri C, Shodu LK, Tshimanga M, Nyirongo L
Cent Afr J Med 1999 Sep;45(9):234-9
Abstract

HIV infection and HIV-1 clades among pregnant women in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Obi CL, McAdoo HP, Murray M, Tswana SA, Moyo SR
Cent Afr J Med 1997 Jul;43(7):188-92
Abstract

Subtypes of HIV-1 and the impact of dual infections of HIV-1 and measles virus
on micronutrient levels of pregnant women in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Obi CL, McAdoo HP, Onigbinde AO, et al
Cent Afr J Med 1997 Jun;43(6):165-72
Abstract

OmniSal

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Validation of a modified commercial enzyme-linked immunoassay for detection of
human immunodeficiency virus type 1 immunoglobulin G antibodies in saliva.
Chohan BH, Lavreys L, Mandaliya KN, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2001 Mar;8(2):346-348
Paper

OraQuick

OraQuick HIV Test Web Page

Quix HIV- 1/2

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Test for HIV Antibody.
Branson B.
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Diagnostic challenges for rapid human immunodeficiency virus assays. Performance
using HIV-1 group O, HIV-1 group M, and HIV-2 samples.
Constantine NT; Zekeng L; Sangare AK; et al.
J Hum Virol. 1997 Nov-Dec;1(1):45-51.
Abstract

Rapid 1-2-3-HEMA HIV

Product Evaluations

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

POSTER
Performance Characteristics of a Novel, Point-of-Care Rapid HIV-1/2 Test with
Application in the Developing World
A Burgess-Cassler, L.A Salvo, PD Slowey, et al
(10 CROI)
PDF Poster     Abstract

Retrocell HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Assessing Diagnostic Technologies Marketed to Less Industrialized Countries
Branson, B
JIAPAC 2000; February:28-30.
Paper
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Field evaluation of rapid HIV serologic tests for screening and confirming HIV-1infection
in Honduras.
Stetler HC; Granade TC; Nunez CA; et al.
AIDS. 1997 Mar;11(3):369-75.
Abstract

Reveal (MedMira HIV-1/2)

Manufacturer�s Information

News

MedMira Receives FDA Approval for Reveal G3 Rapid HIV Test
MedMira, Inc
October 19, 2006
News Release

Product Evaluations

       Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

RTD

Product Evaluations

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Assessing Diagnostic Technologies Marketed to Less Industrialized Countries
Branson, B
JIAPAC 2000; February:28-30.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Diagnosis of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 infection with different subtypes
using rapid tests .
Phillips S, Granade TC, Pau CP, et al.
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 2000 Jul;7(4):698-699
Paper

SalivaCard HIV

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Saliva Strip HIV

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Evaluation of a rapid test for HIV antibodies in saliva and blood.
Webber LM, Swanevelder C, Grabow WO, Fourie PB
S Afr Med J 2000 Oct;90(10):1004-7
Abstract
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
A simple saliva-based test for detecting antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus.
Schramm W, Angulo GB, Torres PC, Burgess-Cassler A
Clin Diagn Lab Immunol 1999 Jul;6(4):577-80
Paper

Serocard HIV

Product Evaluations

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

Simple/rapid test devices for anti-HIV screening: do they come up to the mark?
Giles RE, Perry KR, Parry JV
J Med Virol 1999 Sep;59(1):104-9
Abstract
HIV antibody test algorithms
Downing RG, Otten RA, Marum Eet al.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr Hum Retrovirol 1998 Aug1;18(4):384-8
Abstract

Field evaluation of rapid HIV serologic tests for screening and confirming HIV-1
infection in Honduras.
Stetler HC; Granade TC; Nunez CA; et al,
AIDS. 1997 Mar;11(3):369-75.
Abstract

Optimizing the delivery of HIV counseling and testing services: the Uganda experience
using rapid HIV antibody test algorithms
Downing RG, Otten RA, Marum E, Biryahwaho B, et al.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr Hum Retrovirol 1998 Aug1;18(4):384-8
Abstract

          Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

Evaluation of an alternative confirmatory strategy for HIV infection based on simple
rapid assays in Tanzania
SOS Badaru, KF Ariyo, SA Omilabu
(13IAC)
Abstract

Serodia HIV-1/2

Product Evaluations

          Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Assessing Diagnostic Technologies Marketed to Less Industrialized Countries
Branson, B
JIAPAC 2000; February:28-30.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Rapid Tests for HIV Antibody
Branson, B
AIDS Reviews 2000; 2: 76-83.
Paper

Evaluation of rapid diagnostic tests for the detection of human immunodeficiency virus
types 1 and 2, hepatitis B surface antigen, and syphilis in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Lien TX, Tien NT, Chanpong GF, et al.
Am J Trop Med Hyg 2000 Feb;62(2):301-9
Abstract

Diagnostic challenges for rapid human immunodeficiency virus assays. Performance
using HIV-1 group O, HIV-1 group