DiAGSure® Melioidosis Detection Kit

Intent to use:
The DiAGSure® Melioidosis Detection Kit is a highly sensitive and specific real-time PCR assay designed for the detection of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the causative agent of melioidosis. This potentially fatal bacterial infection is endemic in Southeast Asia and Northern Australia and is acquired through contact with contaminated soil or water, especially during monsoon seasons. Melioidosis presents with a wide range of clinical symptoms, including fever, pneumonia, abscesses, and septicemia, often mimicking other infections and leading to misdiagnosis. Individuals with diabetes, renal disease, or immunosuppression are particularly vulnerable. The DiAGSure® kit targets conserved genetic regions of B. pseudomallei and enables rapid, direct detection from clinical specimens, facilitating early diagnosis and timely initiation of life-saving antibiotic therapy. It is a vital tool for managing acute febrile illness in endemic regions and enhances public health surveillance for this neglected, yet increasingly recognized, tropical disease.

Key Specifications:
 Accurate detection of Burkholderia pseudomallei, the pathogen responsible for melioidosis.
 Ideal for early diagnosis, reducing fatality in severe cases of sepsis and pneumonia.
 Especially suited for endemic regions, such as Southeast Asia and Northern Australia.
High sensitivity and specificity allow detection even in complex clinical presentations.
 Fully compatible with major real-time PCR platforms, enabling seamless lab adoption.

Sample types:
Whole Blood, EDTA Plasma, Respiratory Swabs in VTM, Tissue.

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