Norgen Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1) End-Point PCR Kit - 24 Reactions EP32600

HSV-1 Detection Kits Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1) is a member of the herpes virus family, Herpesviridae. HSV-1 has a relatively large double-stranded DNA genome. HSVs are primarily transmitted by sexual intercourse, direct contact with lesions or perinatally. Most HSV positive cases are characterised by lesions on the skins and mucous membranes of the mouth and genitals. HSV infection can be either primary or a recurrence of a previous infection. More than 90% of the primary HSV infections are asymptomatic. Primary infection with HSV-1 can lead to gingivostomatitis, eczema herpeticum, keratoconjunctivitis and encephalitis. The primary symptoms of a secondary infection are skin lesions in the nose, mouth and genital regions. The infection is contagious, mainly during an epidemic. There are 2 kits available for the detection of HSV-1: ＊Ready to use format, including Master Mix for the target and PCR control to monitor for PCR inhibition and validate the quality ＊Specific Primer mix for the pathogen/virus/viroid of interest ＊Positive control and a negative control to confirm the integrity of the kit reagents ＊Loading dye and a DNA ladder to facilitate qualitative analysis of the results on an agarose gel