{"product_id":"biolab-rapid-thalassemia-nestroft-reagent-50-tests","title":"Biolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT Reagent Kit – 50 Tests | BC 250","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT Reagent Kit | 50 Tests | BC 250\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional \u003cstrong\u003eNESTROFT – Naked Eye Single Tube Red Cell Osmotic Fragility Test\u003c\/strong\u003e designed as a screening aid for thalassemia carrier detection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe test compares red-cell haemolysis in a control tube and a low-osmolality test reagent. Red cells associated with thalassemia carrier states may show increased resistance to osmotic lysis, producing a relatively less transparent test suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for the \u003cstrong\u003e50-test pack\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biolab Diagnostics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid Thalassemia – NESTROFT Reagent\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue No.:\u003c\/strong\u003e BC 250\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Tests\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naked Eye Single Tube Red Cell Osmotic Fragility Test\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eResult Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qualitative visual screening\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntended User:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional laboratory personnel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePrimary Uses \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT is intended as a \u003cstrong\u003escreening tool\u003c\/strong\u003e for thalassemia carrier detection in professional laboratory settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTypical applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThalassemia carrier screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePopulation screening programmes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommunity screening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHospital laboratory testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePathology and haematology laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreliminary screening before confirmatory haemoglobin studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstitutional screening programmes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional haematology investigations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe test should not be used as a standalone confirmatory diagnosis of beta-thalassemia trait.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow NESTROFT Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNESTROFT is based on the \u003cstrong\u003eosmotic fragility behaviour of red blood cells\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Biolab, red cells associated with elevated HbA2 \/ thalassemia carrier patterns show a reduced tendency to lyse in a low-molarity buffered sodium chloride solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a result:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNormal red cells:\u003c\/strong\u003e undergo greater haemolysis, leaving a more transparent solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThalassemia-screen positive pattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e red cells remain relatively intact, producing a less transparent \/ more turbid suspension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe test result is visually compared against the control using the supplied Rapid Thalassemia Reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia – Key Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biolab Diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT Reagent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue No.:\u003c\/strong\u003e BC 250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaked Eye Single Tube Red Cell Osmotic Fragility Test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQualitative thalassemia screening method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh finger-prick or EDTA whole blood can be used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 30-minute interpretation time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual comparison against control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated Rapid Thalassemia Reader 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0.17 mmol\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium Chloride – 0.056 mol\/L\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStabilisers and preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab describes the reagents as \u003cstrong\u003eready to use\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecimen Requirement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer states that no prior patient preparation is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable samples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh blood from a clean finger prick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEDTA-anticoagulated whole blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab also notes that accuracy may improve when testing packed red cells obtained after allowing the blood sample to stand and collecting RBC sediment from the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSamples may be stored for approximately \u003cstrong\u003eone week at 4–8°C\u003c\/strong\u003e 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lysis of the red cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA positive or doubtful NESTROFT result must be confirmed by an appropriate confirmatory method such as Hb electrophoresis or another validated haemoglobin-analysis technique.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Characteristics – Manufacturer Study\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the study reported in Biolab's IFU, the manufacturer lists the following performance:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecificity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 87.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFalse Negative:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePositive Predictive Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNegative Predictive 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style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue No.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eBC 250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e50 Tests\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMethod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eNESTROFT \/ Naked Eye Single Tube Red Cell Osmotic Fragility Test\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eFresh Finger-Prick Blood \/ 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style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e100 mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTest Tubes + Caps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e100 Nos. for control + test tubes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReader\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eRapid Thalassemia Reader Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eRoom Temperature, Protected from Light; Do Not Freeze\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended User\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eProfessional Laboratory Personnel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of Biolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Screening Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual osmotic fragility test\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50-Test Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for routine laboratory and screening use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Control reagent, test reagent, tubes and reader supplied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhole Blood Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh capillary or EDTA blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Special Patient Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e According to manufacturer IFU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful for Mass Screening:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufacturer specifically describes population screening application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Large Analyser Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Useful for preliminary screening settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Comparison:\u003c\/strong\u003e Control tube assists visual interpretation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy Biolab Rapid Thalassemia from Microsidd India?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThalassemia screening products can differ in \u003cstrong\u003emethod, reagent concentration, pack size, accessory configuration and interpretation procedure\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMicrosidd clearly identifies this product as \u003cstrong\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT Reagent – BC 250 – 50 Tests\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eBuying Consideration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eMicrosidd India\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eGeneral Online Marketplace\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eTypical Offline Store\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact Method\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eNESTROFT clearly identified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eMay simply say “thalassemia test”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eDepends on staff expertise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e50 tests clearly stated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eSeller dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eDepends on local stock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccessories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eControl, test reagent, tubes, droppers \u0026amp; reader explained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eMay not be fully described\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eRequires physical inspection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical Limitation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eConfirmatory Hb testing clearly recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eListing quality varies\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eDependent on staff guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGST Invoice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eAvailable for eligible orders\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eSeller dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eStore dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBengaluru Presence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eRT Nagar, Bengaluru\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eSeller may be elsewhere\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eDepends on local supplier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndia-Wide Ordering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eAvailable to serviceable locations\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003ePlatform dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:10px;\"\u003eUsually local purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Thalassemia NESTROFT Test Kit in Bangalore\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosidd India\u003c\/strong\u003e supplies haematology reagents, thalassemia screening products, laboratory diagnostic kits and related professional-use consumables from \u003cstrong\u003eRT Nagar, Bengaluru\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCustomers searching for \u003cstrong\u003eNESTROFT reagent Bangalore\u003c\/strong\u003e, thalassemia screening kit Bengaluru, Biolab Rapid Thalassemia near me, osmotic fragility test RT Nagar, thalassemia test reagent Bangalore or Biolab Diagnostics supplier Karnataka can check current availability through Microsidd.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaboratories and screening programmes requiring multiple kits should confirm current stock, batch and expiry before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMicrosidd India – NAP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBusiness Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Microsidd India\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAddress:\u003c\/strong\u003e #09 Green Chambers, 14th Cross, RT Nagar, Bengaluru – 560032, Karnataka, India\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhone \/ WhatsApp:\u003c\/strong\u003e +91 63667 72288\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmail:\u003c\/strong\u003e support@microsidd.com\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWebsite:\u003c\/strong\u003e https:\/\/microsidd.com\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorking Hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/share.google\/NWhhEfmvlEyIfAShq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView Microsidd India on Google Maps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor Bengaluru ordering information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/microsidd.com\/pages\/microsidd-india-bangalore\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosidd India – Medical \u0026amp; Laboratory Supplies Bangalore\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions – Biolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is NESTROFT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNESTROFT stands for \u003cstrong\u003eNaked Eye Single Tube Red Cell Osmotic Fragility Test\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the test used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is used as a screening test to identify samples that may be associated with thalassemia carrier states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many tests are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003e50 tests\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the catalogue number?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab lists the 50-test product as \u003cstrong\u003eBC 250\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat specimen is required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh finger-prick blood or EDTA whole blood can be used according to the Biolab IFU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the patient need fasting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo special prior patient preparation is specified by Biolab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the test take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is observed approximately \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes after sample mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is the result read?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TEST tube is compared visually with the CTRL tube using the Rapid Thalassemia Reader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does a positive result look like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TEST tube appears relatively less transparent \/ more turbid than the control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a positive NESTROFT result prove beta-thalassemia trait?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Positive and doubtful results require confirmation using Hb electrophoresis, HPLC or another validated haemoglobin-analysis method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan NESTROFT distinguish all haemoglobin variants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a screening tool and does not provide definitive haemoglobin variant identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat reagents are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system includes a Control Reagent R1 and Test Reagent R2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre tubes included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The manufacturer literature lists 100 test tubes with caps for the 50-test control-and-test configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a reader included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. One Rapid Thalassemia Reader is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the reagents be stored?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore at room temperature, protect from light, avoid contamination and do not freeze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan delayed samples be tested?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab states that samples may be stored for approximately one week at 4–8°C if required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs quality control required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Biolab recommends known positive and negative blood controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for home use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is intended for trained professional laboratory personnel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I buy Biolab NESTROFT reagent in Bangalore?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT reagent can be ordered through Microsidd India, RT Nagar, Bengaluru, subject to stock availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes Microsidd supply laboratories outside Bengaluru?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Microsidd supplies professional laboratory and diagnostic products to serviceable locations across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMedical \u0026amp; Laboratory Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiolab Rapid Thalassemia NESTROFT is a professional screening test and should be performed only by trained laboratory personnel according to the current manufacturer IFU and laboratory SOP.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNESTROFT does not independently diagnose thalassemia or identify a specific haemoglobin variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eResults may be influenced by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHaemoglobin concentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron deficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther haemoglobin variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecimen quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReagent quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReaction timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual interpretation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaboratory technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePositive or doubtful screening results should be confirmed with an appropriate haemoglobin-analysis method such as electrophoresis or HPLC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe information on this page is intended for product identification, procurement and educational reference and does not replace Biolab's official IFU, laboratory SOPs or professional medical interpretation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNo Return \/ No Exchange – Verify Product, Method \u0026amp; Pack Before Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a professional diagnostic reagent and method-sensitive laboratory consumable.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease verify before ordering:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biolab Diagnostics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rapid Thalassemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e NESTROFT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue No.:\u003c\/strong\u003e BC 250\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 Tests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequired screening method\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent batch and expiry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA correctly supplied kit cannot normally be returned or exchanged because the wrong method, reagent configuration, pack size or laboratory requirement was selected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaboratory reagents and diagnostic consumables are expiry-sensitive, storage-sensitive and contamination-sensitive and cannot normally be returned to saleable inventory once correctly supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine cases involving incorrect supply, verified transit damage, materially misdescribed goods or remedies required under applicable Indian law will be handled according to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/microsidd.com\/pages\/cancellation-and-refunds\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMicrosidd Refund, Return, Replacement \u0026amp; Cancellation Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn original, continuous, unedited and uncut unboxing video is compulsory for claims involving an incorrect, missing or damaged product.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBegin recording before opening the parcel. Open the outer carton carefully by \u003cstrong\u003ecutting the sealing tape with a blade or suitable cutter; do not tear the carton\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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