A complete qPCR kit for the detection of Rickettsia parkeri
Rickettsia parkeri, a tick-borne pathogen, can cause symptoms such as fever, headache, and rash in humans. Detection of this target is crucial in the human health sector to prevent serious illness. If not detected early, Rickettsia parkeri could lead to severe complications and long-term health issues.
YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Rickettsia parkeri allows for sensitive and specific identification of this pathogen, enabling early intervention and treatment in infected individuals. Quick detection of this target is essential in preventing the spread of the disease and minimizing its impact on public health.
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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
Sensitivity: <100 copy detection
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)
Target Pathogen: FAM labelled
Internal Control: VIC/HEX labelled
Product variants
YS-qP-IC-R.parke-100 : Frozen version for dry ice shipping
Useful links
1. Susceptibility of inbred mice to Rickettsia parkeri. ; Grasperge BJ et al. ; 2012 May ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22392926/
2. Detection of Rickettsia parkeri from within Piura, Peru, and the first reported presence of Candidatus Rickettsia andeanae in the tick Rhipicephalus sanguineus. ; Grasperge BJ et al. ; 2013 Jul ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23488453/
3. Feeding by Amblyomma maculatum (Acari: Ixodidae) enhances Rickettsia parkeri (Rickettsiales: Rickettsiaceae) infection in the skin. ; Grasperge BJ et al. ; 2014 Jul ; https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25118419/
Pseudonyms
RICKETTSIA PARKERI;rickettsiosis;American tick bite fever;Tidewater spotted fever;Coastal tick typhus;R. parkeri