RealCycler MENELI allows the detection of Neisseria meningitidis (meningococcus), Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus), and Listeria monocytogenes DNA in clinical samples. Neisseria meningitidis, Streptococcus pneumoniae, and Listeria monocytogenes are pathogenic bacteria that can cause meningitis. Neisseria meningitidis is a Gram-negative diplococcus that causes meningococcal meningitis and is characterized by its capsule. Streptococcus pneumoniae is a Gram-positive coccus with a capsule that causes pneumococcal meningitis. Listeria monocytogenes is a Gram-positive bacillus that causes meningitis in vulnerable individuals.
Available in 2 formats:
-RealCycler MENELI-ABI32 (Monotest)
-RealCycler MENELI-UX (Universal)
• Ready to use: add the DNA/RNA and amplify.
• Internal Control (CHIC) is added to the sample to monitor DNA/RNA purification.
• Compatible with most DNA/RNA extraction systems.
• Clinical samples: Upper respiratory tract aspirate, sputum, upper respiratory tract exudate, bronchoalveolar lavage, and cerebrospinal fluid.
• High sensitivity and specificity.
• Qualitative and quantitative.
