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NEW! Application Note: Extraction-free COVID-19 detection with Quantabio’s RT-qPCR ToughMixes
UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix used in direct-lysis saliva SARS-CoV-2 detection
1-Step Virus ToughMix- optimized to detect for low copy inputs in Flu-A, Flu-B and SARS-CoV-2
CDC Adds Two Quantabio RT-qPCR ToughMix Kits to COVID-19 Diagnostic Testing Protocol
qScript XLT 1-Step RT-qPCR ToughMix and UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA)
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We are working tirelessly to increase our production capacities as it relates to the following RNA RT-qPCR reagents which are cited in the CDC protocol that has received FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) approval.
Quantabio’s UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix Continues to Enhance CDC Protocols to Detect and Differentiate COVID-19 and Influenza Respiratory Diseases
CDC’s latest emergency use authorization for influenza SARS-CoV-2 assay validates Quantabio’s ability to multiplex up to five targets with high efficiency, sensitivity and specificity BEVERLY, M...
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Quantabio RT-qPCR ToughMix Given Expanded Role in CDC COVID-19 Testing Protocol
Amended CDC emergency use authorization recognizes UltraPlex formulation in an effective heat treatment alternative for RNA extraction BEVERLY, Mass. – July 1, 2020 – Quantabio, a leading provide...
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Quantabio UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix used for direct-lysis saliva SARS-CoV-2 detection
We evaluated UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix (4X) in a direct-lysis (no extraction step) qPCR-based SARS-CoV-2 detection protocol from saliva samples. The current protocol uses
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Product Comparisons
Determine which RT-qPCR kit is right for your research needs| qScript XLT 1-Step RT-qPCR ToughMix | qScript 1-Step Virus ToughMix | UltraPlex 1-Step ToughMix | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended in CDC protocol |
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| Detection purified RNA | |||
| Extraction-free detection | |||
| Saliva-direct detection | |||
| Formulation | 2X master mix | 2X master mix | 4X master mix |
| Taq Hot Start | Yes | Yes | Yes | RT Hot Start | No | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | 1 tube SuperMix | 1 tube SuperMix | 1 tube SuperMix |
| Performance | ++++ | ++++ | ++++ |
| Cycling Conditions | Fast or Standard qPCR Cycling | Fast or Standard qPCR Cycling | Fast or Standard qPCR Cycling |
| Multiplex Capabilty | Up to 4 targets | Up to 4 targets | Up to 5 targets |
| Sensitivity | +++ | ++++ | ++++ |
| Inhibitor Tolerance | Yes | Yes | Yes |
