A complete qPCR kit for the detection of Leishmania martiniquensis
Leishmania martiniquensis is a pathogenic parasite responsible for causing leishmaniasis, primarily affecting humans and animals in tropical and subtropical regions. This disease, part of the broader group of Leishmaniasis, can lead to severe cutaneous, mucosal, or visceral symptoms, with the potential for significant health impacts if untreated, including enlarged spleen and liver, fever, and weight loss. In humans, leishmaniasis is a public health concern, particularly in areas with limited healthcare resources, and it poses a threat to both the veterinary and biopharma sectors. Early detection is essential to prevent severe complications and manage outbreaks effectively.
YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Leishmania martiniquensis allows for rapid, sensitive, and specific identification of this pathogen, facilitating timely intervention and treatment. By ensuring accurate detection, healthcare providers can mitigate the spread and severity of leishmaniasis, reducing the burden on healthcare systems and improving patient outcomes. The use of YouSeq's kit enables precise monitoring and decision-making, critical for controlling outbreaks and planning effective public health strategies, especially in resource-limited settings.
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1. Novel duplex TaqMan-based quantitative PCR for rapid and accurate diagnosis of Leishmania (Mundinia) martiniquensis and Leishmania (Mundinia) orientalis, responsible for autochthonous leishmaniasis in Thailand. ; Preativatanyou K et al. ; 2024 ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39640917/
2. A one-step multiplex qPCR assay for simultaneous identification and quantification of Leishmania martiniquensis and Leishmania orientalis/Leishmania chancei and detection and quantification of trypanosomatids in clinical samples. ; Preativatanyou K et al. ; 2025 ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40552732/
3. Detection of Leishmania martiniquensis DNA in various clinical samples by quantitative PCR. ; Preativatanyou K et al. ; 2015 Dec 1 ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33557466/
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Leishmania martiniquensis; L. martiniquensis; Martinique strain; Martinique leishmania; Cutaneous leishmaniasis pathogen; Visceral leishmaniasis pathogen; Leishmania causing Martinique disease; Martiniquensis parasite; Leishmaniasis-causing protozoanRelated products
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