Enabling agile SARS-CoV-2 detection
now and into the future
Evolve your genomics alongside an evolving virus
You need your suppliers to pivot in tandem with each surge and lull of the Coronavirus pandemic. Our customers
love our unique approach to collaboration - we’re more than just a supplier; we’re your partner. We thrive when we
work closely with our customers by offering our technical expertise to deliver high-quality extraction chemistries,
oligos, PCR reagents, quality control solutions and instrumentation so they can get the results they desire.
Why choose Biosearch Technologies to support your COVID-19 detection programmes?
Unmatched quality
Scalable
Stringent risk mitigation
Proven track record supporting past public health crises such as the 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu outbreak.
Unmatched quality manufacture of oligonucleotides backed by expert knowledge for customisation. All probes are HPLC purified. Lot-to-lot consistency. ISO 9001 compliant.
Scalable extraction chemistries, enzymes and master mixes to develop your optimal kit. Lyo-compatible options.
Widest selection of nucleic acid chemistry (NAC) reagents and CPG solid supports, including gold standard BHQ and BBQ quenchers from original source.
Rigorous contamination mitigation to ensure the reliability of your assays.
Vertically integrated manufacturing operations supported by global logistics to ensure a resilient supply chain.
Assay components, tools and iInstrumentation
Automation-compatible products for high-quality RNA extraction and purification from a range of clinical samples, including upper respiratory specimens.
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sbeadex™ Pathogen Nucleic Acid Purification Kit
Bead-based nucleic acid purification chemistry that enables automated high-throughput extraction and purification of high-quality RNA.
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QuickExtract™ RNA Extraction Kit
Rapid extraction of RT-PCR ready RNA from cultured mammalian cells.
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QuickExtract™ DNA Extraction Kit
Simple, rapid extraction of PCR-ready DNA for screening and genotyping type applications from hair follicles, quill-end cells of feathers, tissue-culture cells, buccal cells and other sample types.
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MasterPure™ Complete DNA and RNA Purification Kits
These kits generate high yields of genomic DNA, total cellular DNA or total nucleic acids (TNA) in under 60 minutes. The technology is solution-based and may be scaled up or down as needed to deliver high-quality nucleic acid for use in various applications, including NGS.
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Our mag kits are a high-throughput and cost-effective DNA isolation method suitable for PCR, sequencing and genotyping. Like sbeadex, mag uses magnetic beads to bind DNA but uses salt and alcohol-based wash buffers to remove contaminants before the final elution step.
High-performance reverse transcriptase (RT) options that can fit into a range of workflows.
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RapiDxFire Thermostable Reverse Transcriptase
A novel lyo-compatible, thermostable reverse transcriptase, enabling high temperature cDNA synthesis from complex RNAs
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MMLV High Performance Reverse Transcriptase
Standard reverse transcriptase for temperatures up to 37 °C.
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RapiDxFire 1-step RT-qPCR System
Combines EpiScript RNase H- Reverse Transcriptase and RapiDxFire qPCR 5X Master Mix GF to effectively detect SARS-CoV-2 viral strains with high sensitivity. Application note available for detailed use of 1-step RT-qPCR with SARS-CoV-2.
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RapiDxFire™ Hot Start Taq DNA Polymerase
Reliable hot start Taq DNA Polymerase for sensitive detection of low abundance target DNA. Ideal for standard end-point PCR and qPCR applications.
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RapiDxFire™ Lyo-Flex 1-Step RT-qPCR 5X Master Mix
Designed for one-step viral/pathogen detection for both centralised and point of care (POC) workflows.
Sensitive pathogen detection with our trusted master mix reagents.
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LavaLAMP RNA Master Mix and LavaLAMP RNA Component Kit
Optimised and flexible kits for and polymerase rapid isothermal amplification and detection of viral RNA, POC (lyo-compatible).
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EpiScript™ Rnase H-Reverse Transcriptase
An optimised reverse transcriptase for production of full-length cDNA from as little as 100pg of total RNA/low abundance RNA.
Custom synthesised and pre-designed probes and primers
Pick and choose which COVID-19 signatures work best for your lab with individual RUO probes and primers using sequences as designated by Charité and US CDC protocols:
Custom, bulk oligos that can scale with demand
Nucleic Acid Chemistry reagents for in-house synthesis
We are the inventor and source manufacturer of BHQ™ and BBQ™ dyes, not to mention CAL Fluor™ and Quasar™ products, and support oligonucleotide synthesis with decades of combined expertise and experience from our Prime Synthesis, BioAutomation, LINK and Berry & Associates brands.
Stellaris RNA FISH probes
Stellaris™ RNA FISH is a RNA visualisation method that allows simultaneous detection, localisation and quantification of individual mRNA molecules at the cellular level. Hepp, C. et al. developed an affordable and sensitive rapid viral FISH protocol (rvFISH) to detect SARS-CoV-2 RNA in 20 minutes using probes designed by the Stellaris online probe designer. Read more.
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SARS-CoV-2 Variant ValuPanel™ assays
These assays consist of separately delivered probes and primers that are designed for qualitative detection of specific SARS-CoV-2 mutations by genotyping using reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR).
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SARS-CoV-2, FluSC2 Multiplex Probe
CAL Fluor Red 610-ATT GCA ACA[Nova] ATC CAT GAG CAG TGC TGA CTC-BHQ2. Available in 25 nmol and 250nmol.
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AccuPlex™ SARS-CoV-2 Verification Panel
These quality solutions encompass molecular, serology, NGS and antigen performance monitoring tools to support early detection of infection and surveillance efforts.
Instrumentation
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Automate nucleic acid extraction at high-throughput with oKtopure™.
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A highly scalable solution for PCR-based genotyping used for Inline Liquid Handling and Assay Processing System.
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The world’s only fully automated high-throughput multiplexing qPCR system. Using Array Tape™ technology, IntelliQube automates assay preparation, plate sealing, qPCR cycling and detection in a multiplexing system.
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Mermade 12 is designed to synthesize DNA, RNA and LNA oligonucleotides in a column format ideal for a lab requiring medium throughput with maximum flexibility. This instrument has been placed in many universities, pharma and diagnostic companies operating in cGMP environments.
Systems/bundles
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High throughput to process 4,500 qPCR or 35,000 end-point PCR tests per day
Our CE-IVD marked high-throughput RT-PCR testing system can process from 4,500 up to 35,000 patient tests per day on a single platform. Biosearch Technologies’ SARS-CoV-2 testing workflow is an optimized hardware, reagents, consumables, and software bundle.
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Ultra-high-throughput PCR testing system
The ultra-high-throughput (uHTP) end-point PCR testing system combines the Nexar™ industrial scale, automated end-point PCR testing platform with our robust, high-quality testing reagent components.
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AI-powered workflow automation, PCR analysis and reporting software
Biosearch Technologies has partnered with UgenTec to offer you the FastFinder platform favoured by a growing number of large-scale COVID hubs to build sample-to-answer systems.
Need guidance on selecting the right system for your experiment?
Speak to one of our scientists who can talk you through customisation options based on your needs.
COVID-19 resources and downloads
Title
Type
- Enabling the next generation of point-of-care diagnostics
Case study
- Meet the demand of PCR diagnostics through crucial supply relationships
Case study
- 7 tips to maximise RT-qPCR success for pathogen detection
ebook
- 5 lessons learned from COVID-19 sample accessioning
ebook
- A lesson from COVID-19 on the dangers of using Cq to quantify nucleic acids
Webinar
- sbeadex Pathogen Nucleic Acid Purification Kit for studying common respiratory diseases caused by SARS-CoV-2, Influenza and RSV
Technical note
- Avoiding contamination in your SARS-CoV-2 diagnostic testing
Technical note
- Automation redefines lab efficiency and confidence in results
Technical note
- Detect SARS-CoV-2 viral strains with high sensitivity
Technical note
- Automate RNA purification for high-throughput processing of 2019-nCoV samples
Technical note
- Monitoring emerging SARS-CoV-2 variants
Webpage
- Is contamination impacting the quality and reliability of your qPCR-based pathogen detection assay?
Whitepaper
- Scalable high-throughput SARS-CoV-2 testing systems equipped for mass testing
Infographic
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LGC is proud to have worked with many of the world-leading IVD companies, clinical laboratories, governments and regulatory agencies in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Viruses are endemic, and rapid accurate detection of a wide range of known and novel pathogens is a core part of managing healthcare globally, now and into the future.
Partner with us, to get your assays up and running quickly, to optimise or to scale and grow with support from an experienced friendly service team every step of the way.
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