Pneumonia test kit 7041026

Pneumocystis jiroveciiclinicallaboratory

Vitassay qPCR Pneumocystis jirovecii allows the qualitative and quantitative detection of Pneumocystis jirovecii by real-time PCR in clinical samples. The product is intended for use in the diagnosis of P. jirovecii 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, we recommend to separate in aliquots. • Keep all reagents of in the dark. Additional equipment and material required • DNA extraction kit • Real-time PCR instrument (thermocycler) ( Attached I) • Centrifuge for 1.5 mL tubes • Vortex • Micropipettes (1-20 µL, 20-200 µL) • Filter tips • Powder-free disposal gloves Summary Pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP) is a serious illness caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jirovecii. PCP is one of the most frequent and severe opportunistic infections in people with weakened immune systems, particularly people with HIV/AIDS. Although people with HIV/AIDS are less likely to get PCP today than in recent years, PCP is still a significant public health problem. The following groups are at risk for P. jirovecii pneumonia: persons with HIV infection with low CD4 count, persons with primary immune deficiencies, persons receiving long-term immunosuppressive regimens, persons with hematologic and nonhematologic malignancies, persons with severe malnutrition.