psiNAT Cryptococcus gattii Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.Cryptococcus gattii (C. gattii)is a fungus that can cause a disease calledcryptococcosis. Cryptococcus gattiiis an encapsulated yeast found primarily in tropical and subtropical climates.Brain infections caused by C. gattii and other types of Cryptococcus are called cryptococcal meningitis.psiNAT Cryptococcus gattii Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Cryptococcus gattiimitochondrial cytbgene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Kit Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | Mitochondrial cytb gene ofCryptococcus gattii |
| Specimen | Whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96,QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT CytomegalovirusReal Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.cytomegalovirus is known to be a highly prevalent virus in humans with seroprevalence for CMV worldwide believed to range from ~60%–100%, it is a relatively rare cause of meningoencephalitis, with most described cases reported in severely immunocompromised patients. psiNATCytomegalovirusReal Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encodingCMVUL122gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | UL122gene of Cytomegalovirus |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT E. coli K1Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from whole blood, and CSFsamples of suspected individuals.E. coli K1 is the leading gram-negative organism causing neonatal meningitis, but the microbial basis of E. coli K1 meningitis is incompletely understood.E. coli isolated from neonates with meningitis revealed that greater than 80% of the isolates possessed the capsular polysaccharide antigen designated K1.psiNAT E. coliK1 Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding E. coliK1 lacY gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | lacY gene of E. coli K1 |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Haemophilus influenzae Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.Haemophilus influenzae type b is one kind of bacteria that causes meningitis.Haemophilus influenzae meningitis may occur after an upper respiratory infection. The infection usually spreads from the lungs and airways to the blood, then to the brain area. psiNATHaemophilus influenzae Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Haemophilusinfluenzae hpdgene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | DNAJ-like protein gene of Cryptosporodium |
| Specimen | Stool sample |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Herpes simplex virus1 & 2 Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.HSV viruses can cause Mollaret’s meningitis, also called recurrent lymphocytic meningitis. This recurring form of meningitis involves sporadic periods of meningitis lasting 2–7 days. These viruses stay in a person’s body for life, and triggers cause periodic active outbreaks. psiNAT HSV 1 & 2 Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding HSV 1 & 2 gB gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | gB gene of Herpes simplex virus 1&2 |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Specificity | Herpes simplex virus 1&2 |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Human Herpes Virus 6 Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.Human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) belongs to the betaherpes virus subfamily of the family Herpesvirida.HHV-6 is one of the most prevalent herpesviruses in humans. psiNAT Human Herpes Virus 6 Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encodingHHV-6U6 gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | U6 geneof Human herpesvirus 6 |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Specificity | Human herpesvirus 6 |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Qand other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Listeria monocytogenes Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid whole blood, and CSFsamples of suspected individuals. Listeria monocytogenes is the third most frequent cause of bacterial meningitis. This gram-positive bacillus is principally spread by contaminated food. psiNATListeria monocytogenes Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Listeria monocytogenes hly gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | hly geneof Listeria monocytogenes |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNATMeningitis Multiplex Panel Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals.Meningitis is an inflammationof the protective membranes covering the brain and spinal cord. A bacterial or viral or fungal infection of the fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord usually causes the swelling. psiNATMeningitisMultiplex PanelReal Time PCR Test kitcan be used to detect a panel of common viruses, bacteria, and fungi associated with meningitis rapidly. psiNATMeningitis Multiplex Panel Real Time PCR Test kit can be used to detect bacteria like E.coli, K1, Haemophilus influenzae, Listeria monocytogenes, Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus agalactiae, Streptococcus pneumoniae, viruses like Cytomegalovirus, Herpes simplex virus 1&2, Human herpesvirus 6, Varicella-zoster and fungus likeCryptococcus gattiiandtargets the specific conserved sequence encoding Cryptococcus gattiimitochondrial cytbgene, E. coli K1 lacY gene, Hpd gene of Haemophilus influenzae, gB gene of Herpes simplex virus 1&2, U6 gene of Human herpesvirus 6, hly gene of Listeria monocytogenes, SodC gene of Neisseria meningitidis, Cfd gene of Streptococcus agalactiae, lytA gene of Streptococcus pneumoniae, UL122 gene of Cytomegalovirus and ORF gene of Varicella-zoster. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | Mitochondrial cytb gene of Cryptococcus gattii, lytA gene of E. coli K1, Hpd gene of Haemophilus influenzae, gBgene of Herpes simplex virus 1&2, U6 gene of Human herpesvirus 6, lacY gene of Streptococcus pneumoniae, SodCgene of Neisseria meningitidis, hly gene of Listeria monocytogenes, Cfd gene of Streptococcus agalactiae,UL122gene of Cytomegalovirus,ORF gene of Varicella-zoster |
| Specimen | Whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC, RED/ROX , Cy5 channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
| Number of tubes for a test | 5 |
| Vial Label | Pathogen |
| B1 | E.coliK1,Haemophilus influenza, Listeria monocytogenes |
| B2 | Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus agalactia, Streptococcus pneumoniae |
| V1 | Cryptococcusgatti, Japanese Encephalitis, Cytomegalovirus |
| V2 | Ecovirus, HSV 1, HSV 2 |
| V3 | Human herpes virus 6, Human parechovirus, Varicella-zoster virus |
psiNAT Neisseria meningitidis Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSFsamples of suspected individuals. Neisseria meningitidis, often referred to as meningococcus, is a Gram-negative bacterium that can cause meningitis and other forms of meningococcal disease such as meningococcemia, a life-threatening sepsis. psiNAT Neisseria meningitidis Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Neisseria meningitidis SodC gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | SodCgene of Neisseria meningitidis |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Streptococcus agalactiae Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSFsamples of suspected individuals.Streptococcus agalactiae, also referred as Lancefield group B Streptococcus (GBS), is a leading cause of bacterial meningitis and sepsis in neonates and an important cause of disease among pregnant women. In recent years, GBS has also been recognized as an emerging cause of invasive bacterial infections in adults.psiNATStreptococcus agalactiae Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Streptococcus agalactiae cfd gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | cfd gene of Streptococcus agalactiae |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Specificity | Streptococcus agalactiae |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Streptococcus pneumoniae Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acidfrom whole blood, and CSFsamples of suspected individuals.Pneumococcal meningitis is caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae bacteria (also called pneumococcus, or S pneumoniae).This type of bacteria is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in adults. It is the second most common cause of meningitis in children older than age 2.psiNATStreptococcus pneumoniae Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Streptococcus pneumoniae lytAgene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | lytA gene of Streptococcus pneumoniae |
| Specimen | whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
psiNAT Varicella-zoster Real Time PCR Test kit for the qualitative detection of nucleic acid from whole blood, and CSF samples of suspected individuals. Varicella-zoster virus (VZV), also known as human herpesvirus 3 (HHV-3, HHV3) or Human alphaherpesvirus 3, is one of nine known herpes viruses that can infect humans. It causes chickenpox (varicella) which is an acute infectious disease. psiNAT Varicella-zoster Real Time PCR Test kit targets the specific conserved sequence encoding Varicella-zoster ORF gene. With the PCR reaction mix provided, the amplification of template can be quantitatively monitored by the increasing fluorescence signal detected by a real-time PCR instrument. The PCR detection system includes an endogenous internal control too.
Features| Technology | Real-time PCR, Ready to use test |
| Configuration | 10 Test/ Kit with 2 positive and negative controls |
| Target Sequence | ORF gene of Varicella-zoster |
| Specimen | Whole blood and CSF |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Instrument Compatibility | Compatible with Applied Biosystems (ABI) 7500, BioRad CFX 96, QIAGEN Rotor Gene Q and other PCR instruments with FAM, HEX/VIC channels |
| Storage | Room Temperature |
