How to integrate lateral flow technology into your business?
In our experience companies require assay development and manufacture because the test they need is not on the market, is not available to them commercially or they want to transfer another diagnostic method, such as ELISA, to lateral flow.
Before actively engaging in assay development and manufacture it is worth carrying out a project assessment.
But, what do you need to do and consider before incorporating lateral flow technology into your business activities? The following tasks will help to guide you.
- Determine the aims and goals of integrating LFIAs into current activities
- Assess your market to see if lateral flow technology would be beneficial
- Seek advice on using lateral flow technology and any applicable regulatory implications
- If no tests are available on the market, speak with an LFIA development and manufacturing company
- When devices become available, ensure the test meets market and regulatory requirements
- Integrate LFIA into testing protocols and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Communicate with customers, end-users and stakeholders
Which areas can use lateral flow rapid tests?
The simple answer is, most! With the advancement in technology and development and manufacturing techniques, lateral flow tests can be used across both regulated and non-regulated markets.
- Healthcare
- Animal health
- Food and feed testing
- Allergen testing
- Environmental testing
- Contaminant testing
- Plant disease testing
If you have any questions about lateral flow rapid tests and their usability please contact us. Alternatively, download one of our guides for more information.
