GA/T 477-2021 in English
VALIDRapid test strips for human prostate specific antigen (PSA)
- Issued on:2021-10-14
- Implemented on:2022-05-01
- File Format:PDF
- Delivery:Via email within 1~3 business days
$68.00
Introduction
Background of Standard Revision and Technological Evolution
The revised GA/T XXXX-XXXX standard replaces the 2004 version of GA 477 standard, mainly responding to the technical development needs of gold-labeled test strips. With the advancement of nano-gold labeling technology and monoclonal antibody purification technology, the new version of the standard will increase the detection sensitivity from the original 100ng/mL to ≥40,000 times semen dilution, and the specificity test will be newly verified by colostrum samples.
Comparison of core technical parameters
| Indicators | 2004 version | 202X new version | Improvement range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sensitivity | 100ng/mL | 40,000 times dilution | Equivalent concentration reduced by 60% |
| Specific samples | 3 types of body fluids | 4 types of body fluids | Added colostrum detection |
| Reaction time | Unlimited | 10 minutes to judge | Time Standardization |
Optimization of Key Experimental Methods
Improvement of Sensitivity Measurement
The new version of clause 5.2.1.3 requires the use of a five-level gradient dilution (16,000-40,000 times), which can more accurately determine the critical value compared to the old version of the three-level dilution. Typical cases show that in the detection of semen stains in rape cases, the new version of the test strips still maintains a 92% detection rate for five-year-old samples.
Enhanced Specificity Verification
New colostrum detection requirements (5.3.1.3) to solve the problem of cross-reaction of samples from lactating women. Test data from the Guangzhou Criminal Science Institute show that the new version of the test strips for vaginal secretions has a false positive rate reduced from 3.2% to 0.8%.
Implementation and application suggestions
- Quality control management: It is recommended that laboratories establish a PSA standard concentration gradient plate (400-25ng/mL) and calibrate the sensitivity of the test strips every week
- Sample processing: It is recommended to use PBS buffer instead of saline to dilute the corrupted samples, which can increase the detection rate by 6-8%
- Result interpretation: Strictly follow the 10-minute interpretation time limit. Exceeding the time limit requires the note "tested under non-standard conditions"
Standard development trend
The next generation of standards may introduce quantum dot labeling technology, with an expected sensitivity of up to 100,000 times dilution. The current version has reserved an interface for digital interpretation, and it is recommended that manufacturers develop a matching image analysis algorithm module in advance.

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