Introduction
The Savvygen™ HSV1+2 / VZV test allows the qualitative detection and differentiation of herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and -2) and varicella zoster virus (VZV) in clinical samples from patients with signs and symptoms of HSV-1, HSV-2 and/or Varicella Zoster infection. This test is intended to be used as an aid in the diagnosis of HSV-1, HSV-2 and/or Varicella Zoster in combination with clinical and epidemiological risk factors
Herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and -2) and varicella-zoster virus (VZV) are alphaherpesviruses that infect, establish latency in, and subsequently reactivate from human sensory nerve ganglia. Following reactivation from latent ganglia reservoirs, each of these herpesviruses may cause significant clinical disease in the individual and may spread to uninfected persons.
To shorten detection time and improve sensitivity, real-time PCR assays have proven to be a tool for the detection of Herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2 and Varicella-zoster virus.
Features
- Simultaneous testing of pathogens
- Transport and storage at room temperature
- Ready-to-use lyophilized in-well master mixes
- Short RT-thermocyclers protocol
- Full compatibility with the most common RT-thermocyclers
- Integrated internal controls guarantee appropriate validated results
Cat# 622-01
