A complete qPCR kit for the detection of Histomonas meleagridis
Histomonas meleagridis, also known as blackhead disease, is a protozoan parasite that affects poultry, particularly turkeys, causing symptoms such as weight loss, lethargy, and in severe cases, death. Early detection of this pathogen is crucial in the poultry industry to prevent economic losses and ensure animal welfare.
YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Histomonas meleagridis allows for sensitive and specific detection of this parasite in poultry samples. Early detection can help prevent the spread of the disease within a flock, leading to improved animal health and reduced economic losses in the poultry industry.
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Contents
Internal extraction control primer/probe
qPCR MasterMix
Positive control template
DNase/RNase free water
Template resuspension buffer
Internal extraction control (DNA)
ROX passive reference
Technical specification
Efficiency: 90-110%
Sensitivity: <100 copy detection
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)
Target Pathogen: FAM labelled
Internal Control: VIC/HEX labelled
Product variants
YS-qP-EC-H.melea-100 : Frozen version for dry ice shipping
Useful links
1. Detection and quantification of Histomonas meleagridis by real-time PCR targeting single copy genes. ; Hussain I et al. ; 2015 Sep 15 ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26319200/
2. Experimental reproduction of histomonosis caused by Histomonas meleagridis genotype 2 in turkeys can be prevented by oral vaccination of day-old birds with a monoxenic genotype 1 vaccine candidate. ; Hussain I et al. ; 2022 Aug 12 ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35835629/
Pseudonyms
Blackhead disease; histomoniasis; infectious enterohepatitis; enterohepatitis; histomonosis; H. meleagridis; poultry blackhead