One step cassette style fecal occult blood test is a simple form of examination. This is a simple, straight binding immunoassay for the quick and qualitative detection of human occult blood in feces. The assay is invented to identify the lower stages of colorectal bleeding than other biochemical detection methods. The test code is an immunochromatographic sandwich technique using two specific monoclonal antibodies to purposely identify hemoglobin in test samples.

The result is very exact and allows an easy-to-understand interpretation than those of guaiac-based test. Concerning the level of sensitivity, it is very high with the capability to identify the 20 ng/ml hemoglobin in feces. Furthermore, the accuracy of the rapid tests is not affected by interfering stuff, and dietary constraint is not needed.

So how specimen is collected? It is done by collecting a stool. It may employ the special sample collection instrument provided. The very first thing that is required to do is unscrewing the top of the sample collection device and taking out the sample collection stick, and collects the sample by plunging the stick into 3 varied places of the stool sample. Then, you need to place the sample collection stick back in the sample collection instrument and screw together tightly.

The rapid tests kit is stored at temperature from 2 to 30 degree Celsius in the sealed pocket to the expiration date. The kit must be kept in a place safe from the harms of direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. When using the kits, keep in mind that this is for diagnostic purposes only. Patient specimens may have infectious agents and must be treated as if capable of transferring disease. It is advised that a person must wear disposable gloves. Don’t used the kit beyond the expiry date and not reusable. It is necessary to follow instructions to avoid dangerous contamination that will lead to sickness.