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| Product Name | Zaire Ebola Virus PCR Kit |
| Catalog No. | VT-QCY-0011 |
| Application | The test kit can be used for rapid detection of zaire ebola virus. |
| Composition of the Kit | Cleaning solution Staining solution Dilution solution Dissolving solution |
| Storage | Store at -20°C and avoid repeated freezing and thawing. |
• The Zaire Ebola Virus PCR Kit is designed to detect the genetic material (RNA) of the Zaire ebolavirus species, a member of the Filoviridae family responsible for severe outbreaks of viral hemorrhagic fever.
• First identified in 1976 during simultaneous outbreaks in Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo) and Sudan, the Zaire strain is the most lethal among the six known ebolavirus species, with historical case fatality rates exceeding 70%.
• Outbreaks often occur in remote, resource-limited regions, necessitating rapid, accurate, and field-deployable diagnostic tools to contain transmission and initiate public health responses.
• This PCR-based kit supports research into viral detection, epidemiology, and vaccine/therapeutic development by providing a reliable method to identify Zaire ebolavirus RNA in environmental, animal, or human samples (for research use only).
• High Sensitivity: Detects low viral loads, enabling early identification of Zaire ebolavirus RNA even in diluted or degraded samples.
• Specificity: Targets conserved regions of the viral genome to avoid cross-reactivity with other filoviruses or pathogens.
• Rapid Turnaround: Results can be generated within 2–4 hours, depending on laboratory workflows, supporting time-sensitive research.
• User-Friendly Workflow: Includes pre-mixed reagents and optimized protocols to reduce hands-on time and technical complexity.
• Stability: Reagents are stable at room temperature for short-term use or stored at -20°C for long-term viability, reducing cold-chain dependency.
• Scalability: Compatible with both manual and automated PCR platforms, allowing flexibility for small-scale studies or large-scale surveillance projects.
• Research-Grade Accuracy: Validated across diverse sample matrices (e.g., blood, tissue, swabs) to ensure reliable performance in experimental settings.
• Cost-Effective: Reduces per-sample testing costs compared to alternative methods like next-generation sequencing, making it accessible for budget-conscious research teams.
• Regulatory Compliance: Adheres to international biosafety and biosecurity standards, facilitating collaboration with global research institutions.
• Customizable Protocols: Can be adapted to include internal controls or multiplexing options for simultaneous detection of multiple pathogens (upon request).
• Technical Support: Includes detailed documentation and access to expert assistance to troubleshoot challenges during experimental setup or data analysis.
For research use only, not for clinical use.
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