Comparison of the ImmuView and the BinaxNOW antigen tests in detection of Streptococcus pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila in urine

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Key Points

  • Similar performance of ImmuView and Binax NOW , both in terms of sensitivity and specificity
  • ImmuView is the first UAT that detect both pathogens in one test
  • Potential benefit of reduced lab work due to the detection of Legionella and S.pneumoniae in one test (P 3, under discussion)

How can you use this article?

The article can be used in that is shows similar performance between ImmuView and Binax NOW. The mail difference is that you only need one test with ImmuView, but two tests with Binax. This can lead to reduced lab work as only 1 test is required.