Human line
FTD Dermatophytes
Overview
Two tube multiplex for detection of Trichophyton mentagrophytes complex, Trichophyton tonsurans/ equinum, Trichophyton violaceum, Trichophyton rubrum complex, Microsporum audouinii/canis/ferrugineum and internal control
Principle
Multiplex real-time PCR for detection of pathogen genes by TaqMan® technology
Targets
First tube multiplex PCR:
- Trichophyton mentagrophytes complex
- Trichophyton tonsurans/ equinum
- Trichophyton violaceum
- internal control
Second tube multiplex PCR:
- Trichophyton rubrum complex
- Microsporum audouinii/canis/ferrugineum
Specimen
This test is for use with extracted nucleic acid from skin scale specimens, plucked hair, nails, culture and swabs of human origin
Storage
-20°C
Shelf life
6 months minimum
Compatibility
To find out if the extraction method or qPCR thermocycler available in your facility is compatible with FTD assays, please see our full and detailed compatibility list under the “Resources” area or contact support@fast-trackdiagnostics.com
