Rapid and Easy Detection of Norovirus
Qualitative real-time PCR test for the detection of Norovirus
Comprehensive test results with the Vivalytic Norovirus Test
The majority of all gastrointestinal infections are triggered by noroviruses, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Noroviruses belong to the Caliciviridae family and are known to cause “winter sickness” or “stomach flu”, indicating their rapid spread in the human population, especially during the winter months.
As noroviruses are highly contagious, they pose a serious problem for healthcare facilities with debilitated patients, such as nursing homes. (1)
PCR-based diagnostics that are as fast, simple, and close to the patient as possible can help to make testing uncomplicated and to process sensitive samples quickly and without lengthy transport routes. The Vivalytic Norovirus* combines fast and precise testing at the point of sample collection.
Pathogens detectable with Vivalytic Norovirus
- Norovirus (genogroup I/ II)
Vivalytic Norovirus – Fast laboratory testing for outbreak containment
- Only a few steps from sample to result
- No further laboratory equipment needed
- Reduced risk of infection for the user
(1) https://www.ecdc.europa.eu/en/norovirus-infection/facts
Only few steps from sample to result
What exactly happens in the Vivalytic Analyser?
The Vivalytic Analyser automates complex, molecular diagnostic processes that previously had to be carried out manually. This promotes high safety and quick availability of the test results.
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Preparing the sample
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2. Step
Cell lysis
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3. Step
Extraction of the nucleic acid
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4. Step
DNA amplification
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5. Step
Bio-analytical detection
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5. Step
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Samples are processed reliably.
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2. Step
The external membrane of the cells is broken down through ultrasound.
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3. Step
The nucleic acid (DNA/RNA) is purified for the PCR amplification.
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4. Step
Specific DNA sequences are multiplied using PCR.
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5. Step
The amplified DNA is identified by detecting a fluorescence or chemiluminescence signal.
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