Afla-V Methanol Lateral Flow Strip Test for Measuring Aflatoxin

Afla-V strip tests utilize the proven sensitivity and selectivity of VICAM’s monoclonal antibodies to accurately detect and measure total aflatoxins B1, B2, G1, and G2 at levels as low as 2 ppb and as high as 100 ppb. The single dilution sample preparation procedure saves time and materials, and the test takes 5 minutes* to develop. Digital readings are clearly displayed on the screen of the Vertu Lateral Flow Reader, eliminating any guesswork about the results.

Included with Afla-VKit: Afla-V Strip(25); Afla-V Diluent; Strip Test Filters(25); Strip Test Vials(25); Micropipette Tips,100 uL(50); Extraction Tubes,40 mL(50); Afla-V Barcode Set; Afla-V Instruction Guide

Benefits
• Fast screening — Results in 5 minutes*
• Simple — No special training required
• Sensitive — Limits of detection as low as 2 ppb**
• Convenient — Easily performed on-site or in the lab
• Durable — Long shelf life
• Accurate — Real-time data which can be printed or downloaded to a computer
• Wide Range — 0 to 100 ppb
• Certified — USDA-GIPSA certified method available
*after extraction
**limits of detection will vary based on procedure

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Background

Aflatoxin, a toxin from a naturally occurring mold, is a Group 1 carcinogen proven to cause cancer in humans. The United States federal government action level for aflatoxin in food for human consumption or in dairy cowfeed is 20 ppb. For milk for human consumption the level is 0.5 ppb. Levels up to 300 ppb are allowed in certain circumstances for nondairy animal feed. The European Union’s aflatoxin regulations for groundnuts, tree nuts, dried fruit, spices, and cereals include limits as low as 4 ppb total aflatoxins and 2 ppb for aflatoxin B1. Some EU member states have also separately established their own maximum limits on aflatoxins.