Methicillin Resistance

Cat no. YSL-ABR-MecA-100

qPCR, SinglePlex

A complete qPCR kit for the detection of Methicillin Resistance

Methicillin resistance is a major concern in the medical field, particularly in hospitals and healthcare settings. Staphylococcus aureus, the bacterium responsible for causing infections, can develop resistance to methicillin and other beta-lactam antibiotics, making treatment difficult. Failure to detect methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) early can result in prolonged infections, increased healthcare costs, and higher mortality rates.

YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect methicillin resistance allows for rapid and accurate identification of MRSA, enabling healthcare providers to initiate appropriate treatment promptly. Early detection of MRSA can help prevent the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, reduce treatment failures, and improve patient outcomes. The ability to quickly identify and treat MRSA infections is crucial in preventing further antibiotic resistance and reducing the burden on healthcare systems.

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Contents

• Target Specific primer/probe
  
• Endogenous control primer/probe
  
• qPCR MasterMix
  
• Positive control template
  
• DNase/RNase free water
  
• Template resuspension buffer
  
• ROX passive reference

Technical specification
Target Gene(s):MecA gene
Efficiency: 90-110%
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)
Target Marker: FAM labelled
Endogenous Control: VIC/HEX labelled