Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila Multiplex

Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila Multiplex

A multiplex qPCR kit for the detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila

Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila are common bacterial pathogens that can cause respiratory infections, such as pneumonia. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is often associated with atypical pneumonia symptoms, while Legionella pneumophila can cause a severe form of pneumonia known as Legionnaires' disease. These pathogens primarily impact the human health sector, leading to potentially serious respiratory illnesses if left undetected and untreated.

YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Mycoplasma pneumoniae and Legionella pneumophila allows for sensitive and specific detection of these bacterial pathogens in clinical samples. Early detection of these targets can help healthcare professionals quickly diagnose and treat respiratory infections, leading to better outcomes for patients and preventing potential outbreaks in community settings.

Technical specification

Target Gene(s): internal transcribed spacer (ITS) region,type IV secretion protein (IcmB) gene ,Control gene
Efficiency: 90-110%
Sensitivity: <100 copy detection
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)

Contents

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

User Guides

  Handbook - lyophilised format

  Handbook - frozen format

Product variants

YSL-qPX-EC-ML.pneu-100 : Lyophilised version for ambient shipping
YS-qPX-EC-ML.pneu-100 : Frozen version for dry ice shipping

Pseudonyms

Mycoplasma pneumoniae; Legionella pneumophila; Walking pneumonia; Legionnaires' disease; Atypical pneumonia; Wagner's disease; Fiebig's disease; Feigenbaum's disease; Winston's disease; Laveran's disease; Carré's disease; Legion fever; Legion disease; Waterborne disease; Legionellosis; Mycoplasma infection; Legionella infection; Respiratory infection; Bacterial pneumonia

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