Detection of Dengue in the seronegative stage i.e. from Day 1 of fever.

NS1 assay is useful for differential diagnostics in regards to flaviviruses as there is no cross reactivity

Detection of all the 4 Dengue serotypes (DEN-1, DEN-2, DEN-3 and DEN-4).

Results with in 15 minutes

Detected in acute phase.

Lessens the window period of detection since can be detected after 1 day after onset of symptoms even before IgM appears.

In addition to early diagnosis, NS1 Ag may be an indicator of disease severity. A very high concentration of NS1Antigen within 72 hrs. of illness identifies patients at risk of developing DHF or DSS.

No cross reaction with other flaviviruses.