Description
Application
The GDS Genetic Detection System for Listeria monocytogenes Tq is an automated nucleic acid amplification system designed for detecting Listeria monocytogenes in foods, ingredients, and environmental samples.
Compatibility
Compatible with BioControl GDS.
Components
Each kit (100 tests) includes:
- Listeria monocytogenes Amplification Tubes Tq (0.2 mL)
- Listeria Concentration Reagent
- Listeria Resuspension Buffer
- Tq Wash Solution
Features and Benefits
- Provides results in 24 hours for environmental samples and select foods.
- Single-step enrichment reduces handling time.
- Utilizes innovative PickPen® immunomagnetic separation (IMS) for greater specificity and faster results.
- Simplified sample preparation eliminates the need for heating blocks or reagent preparation.
- Proprietary Rotor-Gene® Q cycler ensures uniform heating and cooling of all samples.
General Description
The Assurance® GDS for Listeria monocytogenes Tq is an automated system for nucleic acid amplification, used for detecting Listeria monocytogenes in food and environmental samples. Its proprietary PickPen® IMS-based sample preparation effectively captures Listeria monocytogenes, isolating the pathogen from inhibitory materials, ensuring valid PCR reactions for all sample types, including challenging food and environmental samples. Assurance® GDS PCR technology uses highly specific primers and probes for accurate detection of Listeria monocytogenes.
Legal Information
- AOAC is a registered trademark of AOAC International.
- Assurance GDS and PickPen are registered trademarks of BioControl Systems, Inc.
- Rotor-Gene is a registered trademark of Qiagen GmbH.
Testing Method
- Method: PCR, Immunomagnetic Separation (IMS)
- Applications: Pathogen testing in food and beverages
- Compatibility: BioControl GDS, GDS Rotor-Gene
- Manufacturer/Tradename: Assurance GDS®, BioControl Systems 71010-100
- Packaging: 100 tests
- Shelf Life: 6‑12 months
- Storage Temperature: 2-8°C
- Suitability: Listeria monocytogenes
- Techniques: PCR