Measles Virus RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Test Name: Measles virus RNA detection RNA Detection Qualitative Test
Components: Serum, plasma, whole blood, urine, C.S.F., Oral Swabs, Bronchial Swabs, etc.
Price: 1490.0 AED
Report Delivery: 3rd Working Day (Email: 36 hours, On phone: 24 hours)
Method: Real Time PCR
Test Type: Viral
Doctor: Physician
Test Department: Genetics
Pre Test Information: Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient for Measles virus (RNA detection) (RNA Detection) Qualitative Test
Test Details
The qualitative test for measles virus RNA detection is used to determine the presence or absence of the measles virus RNA in a patient sample. This test is typically performed using a technique called reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR).
In this test, the RNA from the patient sample is first reverse transcribed into complementary DNA (cDNA) using an enzyme called reverse transcriptase. The cDNA is then amplified using PCR, which makes millions of copies of the viral RNA sequence if it is present in the sample.
The PCR reaction mixture contains primers that are specific to the measles virus RNA sequence. These primers bind to the viral RNA if it is present, and the DNA polymerase enzyme amplifies the viral RNA sequence between the primers. This amplification process is repeated for several cycles, resulting in a significant increase in the amount of viral RNA if it is present in the sample.
After the PCR amplification, the products are analyzed using gel electrophoresis or other detection methods. If a band of the expected size corresponding to the measles virus RNA is observed, it indicates a positive result, indicating the presence of the virus in the patient sample. If no band is observed, it indicates a negative result, suggesting the absence of the virus.
The qualitative test for measles virus RNA detection is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for the early diagnosis of measles infection. It is an important tool in public health surveillance and outbreak investigations, as it enables rapid identification of infected individuals and helps in implementing appropriate control measures to prevent the spread of the virus.
Test Name | Measles virus RNA detection RNA Detection Qualitative Test |
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Components | |
Price | 1490.0 AED |
Sample Condition | Serum, plasma, whole blood, urine, C.S.F., Oral Swabs, Bronchial Swabs etc. |
Report Delivery | 3rd Working Day Email:-36 hours.On phone: 24 hours |
Method | Real Time PCR |
Test type | Viral |
Doctor | Physician |
Test Department: | Genetics |
Pre Test Information | Need to sign Consent document and bring any clinical history of patient forMeasles virus (RNA detection) (RNA Detection) QualitativeTest |
Test Details |
The qualitative test for measles virus RNA detection is used to determine the presence or absence of the measles virus RNA in a patient sample. This test is typically performed using a technique called reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). In this test, the RNA from the patient sample is first reverse transcribed into complementary DNA (cDNA) using an enzyme called reverse transcriptase. The cDNA is then amplified using PCR, which makes millions of copies of the viral RNA sequence if it is present in the sample. The PCR reaction mixture contains primers that are specific to the measles virus RNA sequence. These primers bind to the viral RNA if it is present, and the DNA polymerase enzyme amplifies the viral RNA sequence between the primers. This amplification process is repeated for several cycles, resulting in a significant increase in the amount of viral RNA if it is present in the sample. After the PCR amplification, the products are analyzed using gel electrophoresis or other detection methods. If a band of the expected size corresponding to the measles virus RNA is observed, it indicates a positive result, indicating the presence of the virus in the patient sample. If no band is observed, it indicates a negative result, suggesting the absence of the virus. The qualitative test for measles virus RNA detection is highly sensitive and specific, allowing for the early diagnosis of measles infection. It is an important tool in public health surveillance and outbreak investigations, as it enables rapid identification of infected individuals and helps in implementing appropriate control measures to prevent the spread of the virus. |