Chloramphenicol–florfenicol (cfrA), Class A CTX-M & blaKPC resistance Multiplex

Cat no. YSL-qPX-EC-cfr.CTX.KPC-100

Antibiotic Resistance, qPCR, Multiplex

A multiplex qPCR kit for the detection of Chloramphenicol–florfenicol (cfrA), Class A CTX-M & blaKPC resistance

Class A beta-lactamase (blaKPC) resistance is a major concern in healthcare settings, as it can lead to infections that are difficult to treat with common antibiotics. This resistance marker is important to detect in both human and veterinary sectors to prevent the spread of multidrug-resistant infections and improve patient outcomes. Failure to detect blaKPC early can result in prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and potentially life-threatening infections.

YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Class A beta-lactamase (blaKPC) resistance allows for sensitive and specific detection of this marker, helping to guide appropriate antibiotic therapy and prevent the spread of resistant infections. By using this kit, healthcare providers can quickly identify patients carrying blaKPC and take necessary precautions to prevent outbreaks and improve patient care outcomes. Early detection of blaKPC resistance is crucial in the fight against antibiotic resistance and can lead to significant cost savings and public health benefits.

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Contents

• Target specific primer/probe mix, including endogenous control
  
• qPCR MasterMix
  
• Positive control template
  
• DNase/RNase free water
  
• Template resuspension buffer

Technical specification
Target Gene(s):blaKPC gene,cfr gene,Control gene
Efficiency: 90-110%
Sensitivity: <100 copy detection
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)