Ebola virus disease (EVD), formerly known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever, is a severe and often fatal illness affecting humans and other primates. Ebola virus can be transmitted to humans from wild animals and subsequently spread through direct contact with the blood, secretions, organs, or other bodily fluids of infected individuals, as well as contaminated surfaces and materials. Case fatality rates have ranged from 25% to 90% in past outbreaks.

The BioPerfectus Ebola Virus Real Time PCR Kit is a research-use real-time PCR assay for the qualitative detection of Ebola virus RNA, including Zaire, Sudan, Bundibugyo, and Taï Forest viruses, in human throat swabs, serum, and tissue exudate specimens.

Target Detection

• Ebola Virus RNA Detection: Qualitative detection of Ebola virus-specific RNA.
• Virus Coverage: Detects Zaire, Sudan, Bundibugyo, and Taï Forest Ebola viruses.
• Supported Specimens: Suitable for human throat swabs, serum, and tissue exudate specimens.

Analytical Performance

• Analytical Sensitivity: 500 copies/mL (2.5 copies/reaction).
• Analytical Specificity: No cross-reaction with tested pathogens.

Storage

• Storage Temperature: −20 ± 5 °C.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.