Syphilis is caused by the organism Treponema pallidum and is usually transmitted via sexual contact; it can also be transmitted from mother to child (congenital syphilis). It is curable; left untreated, however, it can lead to irreversible neurological and cardiac damage. Alere Determine™ Syphilis TP is an in vitro, visually read, qualitative immunoassay used to detect antibodies to Treponema pallidum in human serum, plasma, and whole blood. Benefits Fast: Alere Determine™ Syphilis TP yields clear, dependable results in 15 minutes Easy to Use: The test requires only one step for serum or plasma and two steps for whole blood Flexible: Can be used with serum, plasma, or whole blood Stable: Can be shipped, stored, and used in nearly any environmental condition