Anaplasma Phagocytophilum Real-Time PCR Kit

Introduction

Anaplasma phagocytophilum is an obligate, intracellular, Gram-negative bacterium that causes an acute febrile illness known as anaplasmosis or human granulocytic anaplasmosis (HGA).

The organism is genetically related to rickettsia and is transmitted by Ixodes scapularis in the northeastern United States and by Ixodes pacificus in California. The vector also transmits other organisms responsible for diseases such as Lyme disease, babesiosis, ehrlichiosis, and Powassan encephalitis.

Anaplasmosis was previously called human granulocytic ehrlichiosis (HGE). Cases of anaplasmosis have been identified worldwide.

The BioPerfectus Anaplasma Phagocytophilum Real-Time PCR Kit is an in vitro diagnostic test, based on real-time PCR technology, intended for the detection of Anaplasma phagocytophilum DNA (msp2 gene). Samples can be obtained from human serum or plasma.

Features

• Internal control ensures the reliability of the entire process

• Smart: Automatic interpretation of results with the STC Real-Time PCR system

• Compatible: Compatible with several conventional PCR instruments

• No cross-reactivity with other pathogens

• High Efficiency: 96 tests in 66 minutes (on one instrument)