In 2022, multiple cases of monkeypox were identified in several non-endemic regions. Until now, the current outbreak of monkeypox virus resulted in over 6,900 reported cases worldwide in 52 countries.

Singapore has confirmed the first local case of monkeypox infection
on Wednesday (Jul 6). 

Responding to laboratory demand, the FlexStar® Monkeypox virus PCR Detection Mix 1.5. (RUO) from altona Diagnostics is available for order now.

The FlexStar® Monkeypox virus PCR Detection Mix 1.5 is a reagent system, based on real-time PCR technology, for the qualitative detection of monkeypox virus specific DNA. In addition to the monkeypox virus DNA specific amplification and detection system, the FlexStar® Monkeypox virus PCR Detection Mix 1.5 includes oligonucleotides for amplification and detection of a sampling control (human β-actin gene).

The FlexStar® Monkeypox virus PCR Detection Mix 1.5 is part of the FlexStar® product line which allows up to 96 results per real-time PCR cycler in just one hour.

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