BADD™ (Biowarfare Agent Detection Devices)
The BADD™ test strips employ agent-specific antibodies to identify the potential threat. After prep, five drops of the liquid mix are added to the sample port of the test strip. The sample interacts with the reagents and moves along the test material, inside the test strip's plastic case. Lateral-flow immunochromatography then provides the results. Two solid bands, one in the control area and one in the sample area, indicate a positive result. One solid band (in the control area) indicates negative results. Any other combination of bands indicates an invalid result.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| AdVnt Biotechnologies |
| Product Name |
| BADD™ (Biowarfare Agent Detection Devices) |
| Detection Category |
| Biological |
| Detection Principle |
| Immunological; |
| Detection Method |
| Lateral Flow Hand Held Immunoassay ; |
| Application |
| Detection; Emergency Response; Screening; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| The BADD™ test strips employ agent-specific antibodies to identify the potential threat. After prep, five drops of the liquid mix are added to the sample port of the test strip. The sample interacts with the reagents and moves along the test material, inside the test strip's plastic case. Lateral-flow immunochromatography then provides the results. Two solid bands, one in the control area and one in the sample area, indicate a positive result. One solid band (in the control area) indicates negative results. Any other combination of bands indicates an invalid result. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| MRIGlobal hands-on experience. |
| Supporting Documentation |
| Docs: AdVnt - BADD.pdf; |
| Dimensions |
| 3 x 1.5 x .5 in (7.62 x 3.81 x 1.27 cm) |
| Weight |
| <1 lb.; 0.3 oz (8.0 g) |
| Power Requirements |
| None |
| Noise Produced |
| None |
| Transportability |
| Handheld |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 48°C (32 to 118°CF) |
| Consumables |
| None |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| None |
| Calibration Schedule |
| None |
| Suggested Routine Maintenance |
| None |
| Available Accessories |
| None |
| Expected Operational Life |
| 1 year |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; 2 years |
| Unit Cost |
| $245 per 10 pack assays |
| Maintenance Cost |
| None |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| B. Anthracis (Anthrax), Y. Pestis (Plague), Botulinum toxin A & B, Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B (SEB), Ricin, F. tularensis (Tularemia) |
| Other Biological Targets |
| Proteins (toxins), whole cells |
| Adaptability |
| Yes; user can add new targets to detector with support |
| Sample Introduction |
| Liquid |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ng; µg; Vendor claim: Yersinia pestis 1.0 µg/mL, Staphylococcal Enterotoxin B (SEB)10 ng/mL, Bacillus anthracis 50 ng/mL, Botulinum toxin A 33 ng/mL, Ricin toxin 5 ng/mL. |
| Known Interferents/Inhibitors |
| Moderate resistance, tests may be susceptible to interferents. An independent laboratory evaluation of the ability to detect anthrax spores, Botulinum A toxin, and Ricin toxin determined that (1) a mixture of 1% powdered milk, 2.75% bentonite, and 1% fumed silica could reduce sensitivity and (2) sensitivity not affected by 1% bleach. |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| Immediate |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| <15 minutes; 3 to 15 minutes |
| Alarm Capability |
| Visual color change |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Requires sample acquisition equipment such as spatula and pipettor for sample application. |
| Manuals Available |
| User's Manual |
| Reachback Service |
| No |
| Warranties |
| 1 year, limited |
| ITAR/EAR Export Regulations |
| Yes; BADD products currently are designated as EAR99 and ship with unified code 3822-000000 |
| U.S. EAR Compliant |
| BADD products currently are designated as EAR99 and ship with unified code 3822-000000 |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; BADD products currently are designated as EAR99 and ship with unified code 3822-000000 |
