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ARGENE announce the release of a new real-time PCR range of products for the detection and/or the quantification of the novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1)

2009-09-24
The recent emergence of the novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) and the fast global spread of this virus highlights the urgent need for a reliable diagnostic assay to readily implement into daily routine.
Being aware of our responsibility as a key player in the domain of In Vitro Diagnostics, we immediately reacted and decided to develop a Real Time PCR assay for the diagnosis of novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1).
Argene mobilized a dedicated team with the aim to develop a diagnostic molecular assay for the detection and/or quantification of this virus.
As a result we are very pleased to announce the availability of the following new products:

-Influenza A/B r-gene™ Primers/Probes
(Product code: 71-006)
Optimized premix for the detection of Influenza A and B viruses by Real-Time RT-PCR.

- Influenza A(M) Group & swl r-gene™
(Product code: 71-300)
Premix for the typing of the novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) and detection of Influenza A group viruses by Real-Time RT-PCR.

Moreover, we also designed the following range of complementary products with the aim to quantify influenza A viral genomes and to clinically validate the results obtained with above mentioned Real Time PCR assays:

- Quanti FluA QS r-gene™
(Product code: 68-006)
Quantification of Influenza A group viruses and/or novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) in respiratory samples by Real-Time RT-PCR.

- CELL Control r-gene™
(Product code: 71-106)
Validation of the presence of cells as well as quantification of cells in the sample.

- RICO Extra r-gene™
(Product code: 71-105)
Extraction and inhibition control for real-time PCR assays on RNA genomes.

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ARGENE has the great pleasure to inform you about the availability of BK Virus R-gene kit. Quantitative Real Time PCR with the BK Virus R-gene™ kit is a fast and sensitive method for the detection and quantification of BK virus. • Detailled article

Release of the first CE MARKED batches of Argene’s INFLUENZA A(M) Group & H1N1 2009 r-gene™ and CELL Control r-gene™ 2010-02-15 Available since October 2009, we are now very pleased to announce the direct release of the CE marked kits for INFLUENZA A(M) Group & H1N1 2009 r-gene™ and CELL Control r-gene™. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

NEWS FROM FRANCE ! AFSSAPS special dispensation for Argene's Influenza A(M) Group & H1N1 2009 r-gene™ new kit. 2010-01-15 Meanwhile the launch on the market of its next CE marked batch, the AFSSAPS allows ARGENE to commercialize its new Influenza A(H1N1)2009 detection assay for in-vitro diagnostic use. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

CMV R-gene™ new version. Optimal efficiency, maximal flexibility! 2009-12-23 Argene is proud to announce the availability of a new version of CMV R-gene™. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

ARGENE announce the release of a new real-time PCR range of products for the detection and/or the quantification of the novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) 2009-09-24 Following the emergence of the novel 2009 Influenza A(H1N1), an Argene team has been rapidly mobilized with the aim to develop the most relevant molecular tools for the detection and/or the quantification of this virus. As a result we are very pleased to present you the products emerging from that research... • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

ARGENE releases ADENOVIRUS R-gene™ CE Marked PCR Assay for the detection and quantification of Adenovirus. 2009-06-24 ADENOVIRUS R-gene™ is the only fully licensed CE Marked Molecular Assay for the detection and quantification of all the 52 Adenovirus serotypes. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Detection of the novel Influenza A (H1N1) targeting M gene RT-PCR Real Time Influenza A (H1N1) optimized reagents available with Argene • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Publication of new general catalog The new Argene general product catalog is available. • Download document about this news • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Argene widens its range of CE marked Real Time PCR products ! • Detailled article

External Quality Assessment in Molecular Biology Qnostics (A British Biocell International company) and Argene are pleased to announce the appointment of Argene as the exclusive distributor for France and Italy. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

CMV HHV6,7,8 R-Gene™ kit is clinically validated on amniotic fluid specimens. CMV HHV6,7,8 R-Gene™ diagnostic kit (CE-IVD labeled) is henceforth clinically validated on amniotic fluid specimens. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

The new kit for the detection of human Metapneumovirus by immunofluorescence is available. The new kit for the detecion of human Metapneumovirus antigens by means of immunofluorescence is now available. The reagents are CE-IVD labeled and allow the routine detection of hMPV antigens on direct clinical specimens or in cell culture. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Release of HSV1 HSV2 VZV R-Gene™ Since the release of HSV1 HSV2 VZV R-Gene™ Real Time PCR kit, Argene offers a complete and simple solution to efficiently monitor the viral load in clinical samples. • Download document about this news • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Improvement of antibodies against Respiratory Viruses Our range of antibodies against respiratory viruses has been improved in order to offer you a better reading comfort with a stronger fluorescence intensity without background, only a 15 minutes incubation, and dropper bottle formats. A new blend including RSV is also available. • Download document about this news • Detailled article

New real time PCR kits Argene announce the release of 2 new real time PCR kits CMV and CMV, HHV-6,7,8 • Download document about this news • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

DakoCytomation Ltd announce Argene Inc as their U.S. Microbiology Distributor DakoCytomation Ltd is pleased to announce that they have appointed Argene Inc. as their U.S. Distributor. Argene will take over all US microbiology retail sales from 10th April 2006. • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

Italian subsidiary Argene SA has appointed its subsidiary as distributor for the Italian Territory • Download document about this news • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

CINAkit improvement (CMV ppUL83) Antibodies included in the CINAkit are henceforth ready to use in order to facilitate the kit use and to reduce the hands on time. • Download document about this news • Follow the proposed link • Detailled article

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