A SPECIFIC, RAPID TEST DIFFERENTIATING GRAM POSITIVE AND GRAM NEGATIVE BACTERIA

摘要

The present invention discloses a specific, rapid test differentiating microorganisms by trait, such as distinguishing gram positive and gram negative bacteria, in bodily fluids at point of care. This is achieved through a method of producing a polyclonal antibody targeted towards the particular trait of the microorganism to be tested for, as well as the polyclonal antibody produced by such a method. Also disclosed is a lateral flow point of care test device comprising such a polyclonal antibody, as well as a method of use of such a device.