Membrane and flow
Match capillary flow time, protein binding, pore structure, and test-line process to the assay.
LFIA materials
Lateral flow assay materials for diagnostic research
Browse nitrocellulose membranes, sample pads, conjugate pads, absorbent pads, housings, and development support for research lateral flow assays.
Selection answer
How should you choose?
Select lateral flow assay materials as a system: membrane capillary behavior, sample treatment, conjugate release, absorbent capacity, overlap, housing compression, and assay chemistry all affect performance. Evaluate materials with the intended sample and reagent workflow rather than choosing each pad independently.
Technical content reviewed by Snehan Peshin, Ph.D. ยท Updated July 25, 2026. Confirm final selection against current manufacturer documentation and the complete research system.
Before requesting a quote
Confirm the complete system requirement
MicroCD Labs reviews compatibility, documentation, final pricing, availability, and lead time before payment.
Pads and chemistry
Review sample conditioning, conjugate release, buffer compatibility, capacity, and overlap.
Housing and assembly
Control strip alignment, compression, read window, sample port, tolerances, and lot traceability.
Research-use catalog
LFIA materials products and product families
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LFIA materials
Lateral Flow Assay Materials
Materials and consumables for lateral-flow assay development, strip builds, and feasibility testing.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-001
- Price status
- $95-$450
LFIA materials
Nitrocellulose Membranes
Nitrocellulose membrane options for LFIA line development, flow-rate tuning, and assay screening.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-002
- Price status
- $120-$700
LFIA materials
Sample Pads
Sample-pad materials for filtration, sample conditioning, and lateral-flow strip assembly.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-003
- Price status
- $60-$350
LFIA materials
Conjugate Pads
Conjugate pad materials for reagent deposition, drying, and release studies in rapid tests.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-004
- Price status
- $75-$400
LFIA materials
Absorbent Pads
Wicking and absorbent pads for lateral-flow strip backing, fluid draw, and assay timing control.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-005
- Price status
- $50-$280
Cartridges and housings
Diagnostic Cartridges
Custom or sourced cartridge formats for assay integration, sample handling, and prototype testing.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-006
- Price status
- $2-$25 / unit or quote
Cartridges and housings
Rapid Test Housings
Plastic cassette housings for LFIA strip assembly, usability testing, and pilot production.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-007
- Price status
- $0.40-$5 / unit or quote
LFIA materials
Custom LFIA Development
Development support for LFIA material selection, strip architecture, assay workflow, and prototype builds.
- Catalog no.
- MCD-DX-008
- Price status
- From $3,000
Technical review
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