BioSmart™ Information

BioSmart’s current range of highly purified recombinant proteins are used in the manufacture of diagnostic test kits for point-of-care rapid diagnostics and research institutions. BioSmart proudly boast: - The first of its kind in Africa - Proprietary technology, facilitating the delivery of recombinant proteins in native functional conformations. - Customised protein design and delivery services. - Local & international customer base - End-user support – assistance with applications including assay design, optimisation, and protein conjugation BioSmart Range of Rapid Tests: BioSmart Rapid tests are for the qualitative detection of antigens or antibodies. BioSmart rapid tests are affordable, fast-screening tests that are accurate, very easy to use, and can be used at the point of care. BioSmart rapid tests work by detecting an analyte in solution, for example human chorionic gonadotropin in urine (pregnancy test), or antibodies against a viral or bacterial infection in a blood sample (eg. HIV1/2 and syphilis respectively). There are many applications of rapid tests, ranging from the diagnosis of infectious disease in humans and animals to environmental testing of water purity. Benefits of BioSmart Rapid Testing: -Exceptional value for money -Simple to use -No instruments needed -Rapid detection (5-15 minutes) -Unparalleled sensitivity and specificity -Shipping & storage at ambient temperature (long shelf life)