ARM-D® Kit, β-Lactamase

The Streck ARM-D Kit, β-Lactamase is a multiplex real-time PCR kit for the rapid detection of antibiotic resistance genes in Gram-negative bacteria. This comprehensive kit detects multiple variants within the following antimicrobial resistance gene families: KPC, NDM, OXA-48, IMP, VIM, DHA, CMY-2, CTX-M-14 and CTX-M-15.

The Streck ARM-D Kit, β-Lactamase is part of a family of comprehensive, multiplex real-time PCR kits that detect over 1,000 antimicrobial resistance (AMR) gene variants from 26 different gene target families. Streck ARM-D Kits provide a rapid detection strategy for monitoring β-lactam antibiotic resistance, improving AMR surveillance, aid in antibiotic stewardship programs and support infection control programs. The ARM-D β-Lactamase kit detects over 450 variants in 9 clinically relevant carbapenemases, extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) and plasmid-mediated ampC gene families: CMY-2, CTX-M-14, CTX-M-15, OXA-48, IMP, VIM, DHA, KPC and NDM.

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Streck ARM-D Kit, β-Lactamase antibiotic resistance detection multi-plex pcr kits

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
A CE version of this kit is also available.

Features

  • Detects 9 antimicrobial resistance gene targets and over 350 variants
  • Protocol can be completed in less than one hour
  • Compatible with most 4-channel real-time PCR thermal cyclers
  • Includes a premixed 2X master mix: DNA Polymerase, dNTPs, MgCl2 and reaction buffer
  • Includes positive controls for each gene target to monitor analytical process
  • Amplification protocol and analysis guides available

Benefits

  • Avoid false negatives; detect gene variants not covered by cartridge-based kits
  • Detect resistance mechanisms prior to obtaining susceptibility results
  • Batch testing reduces cost per sample compared to cartridge-based methods
  • Ensure accurate and reliable results with a high degree of sensitivity and specificity
  • Screen bacterial isolates for AMR genes to complement phenotypic testing
  • Improve surveillance, aid antibiotic stewardship programs and support infection control programs
DescriptionCatalog Number
 
Streck ARM-D Kit, β-Lactamase RUO250045
Streck ARM-D Kit, β-Lactamase CE250047

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