Chikungunya test kit 7041001

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Vitassay qPCR Chikungunya allows the qualitative detection of Chikungunya virus by real-time RT-PCR in clinical samples. The product is intended for use in the diagnosis of Chikungunya virus infections alongside clinical data of the patient and other laboratory tests outcomes. Transport and storage • The reagents and the test can be shipped and stored at 2-40ºC until expiration date stated in the label. • The resuspended positive control should be stored at -20ºC. In order to avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles, it is recommended to distribute the content in different aliquots. • Keep all reagents in the darkness. Additional equipment and material required • Real-time PCR instrument (thermocycler) (Attached I) • RNA extraction kit • Centrifuge for 1.5 mL tubes • Vortexer • Micropipettes (1-20 µL, 20-200 µL) • Filter tips • Powder-free disposal gloves Summary Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne virus (arbovirus) first described during an outbreak in southern Tanzania in 1952. It’s transmitted to humans mainly by infected mosquitos of the Aedes genus, specifically Ae. aegypti and Ae. albopictus. Although perinatal vertical transmission has also been reported. Since 1952, CHIKV has caused numerous well-documented outbreaks and epidemics in Africa, Asia, Europe, the South Pacific and Americas, involving millions of people, and often separated by periods of more than 10 years.