Product overview
Quick Afla M1 Strip Test provides a rapid qualitative/semiquantitative determination of Aflatoxin M1 in milk in 10 minutes. Quantitative results are obtained when the kit is used with the RDS-2500 Strip Reader. The assay is performed in two simple steps: add the milk sample to a reaction well containing a lyophilized reagent, mix and incubate at room temperature for 5 minutes, then insert the test strip into the reaction well and incubate for 5 more minutes. No incubator is required. All necessary consumables (including a reusable 200 μL micropipette and disposable tips) are supplied with the kit. Store at 2–8C for 12 months from production date.
Advantages
10-minute rapid test in 2 simple stepsNo incubator requiredPerforms at ambient bench temperatureSimple result interpretation: visual reading or with RDS-1500 PRO / RDS-2500 Strip ReaderVisual cutoff at 50 ppt (qualitative/semiquantitative)Quantitative results with RDS-2500: approx. 10–350 pptSuitable for all types of milk, including samples with preservativesReusable 200 μL micropipette includedCost-effective per test12-month shelf life when stored at 2–8C
Visual interpretation
At the end of the second incubation, observe the test strip lines:
T-Line more intense than C-Line: Aflatoxin M1 concentration lower than 50 pptT-Line as intense as C-Line: Aflatoxin M1 concentration approx. 50 pptT-Line less intense than C-Line: Aflatoxin M1 concentration higher than 50 pptT-Line absent, only C-Line visible: strongly positive (≈300–400 ppt or higher)
Use with RDS-2500 reader (quantitative)
When combined with the handheld RDS-2500 strip reader the kit provides quantitative Aflatoxin M1 results in milk within approx. 10–350 ppt in 10 minutes. After running the test, place the strip into the cartridge adapter and insert it into the reader. The reader displays the result in ppt and an enlarged image of the colored lines, provides objective and repeatable quantitative interpretation, stores a large number of results in internal memory and allows download to PC via the supplied Data Manager software; software updates and data transfer are possible via WiFi. The reader is handheld, battery rechargeable and supplied with a battery charger.
Product description / ordering codes
Code ASTM1/96 - Quick Afla M1 Strip Test, 96 tests; includes reusable 200 μL micropipette, disposable tips and all consumables required to run the testCode AST2500 - RDS-2500 Strip Reader, portable reader supplied with Data Manager Desktop Suite Software and battery charger
Technical specifications
Assay time: 10 minutes (5 min reaction 5 min strip incubation)Storage: kit storable at 2–8C for 12 months from production dateVisual cutoff: 50 ppt (qualitative/semiquantitative)Quantitative range with RDS-2500: approx. 10–350 pptNot suitable for US/FDA limit of 500 ppt when used in quantitative mode (RDS-2500 range up to approx. 350 ppt)Sample matrix: suitable for all types of milk, including samples with preservativesIncludes: 96 tests per kit (ASTM1/96), reusable 200 μL micropipette and disposable tipsNo incubator required; room temperature operationInterpretation: visual (T-Line vs C-Line) or instrument-based (RDS-2500)RDS-2500 features: handheld, 4.3 color touch-screen, large memory with expandable SD card, WiFi for updates/data transfer, Data Manager Desktop Suite Software supplied, rechargeable batteries