ARM-D® Kit, MCR
The Streck ARM-D Kit, MCR is a multiplex real-time PCR kit for the rapid detection of antibiotic resistance genes in Gram-negative bacteria. This kit detects multiple variants the following plasmid-mediated mobilized colistin resistant (mcr) gene families: mcr-1, mcr-2 and mcr-3-4-5.

Product Description
The Streck ARM-D Kit, MCR 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 to improve AMR surveillance, aid in antibiotic stewardship programs and support infection control programs. The ARM-D MCR kit detects 48 variants in the following gene families: mcr-1, mcr-2 and mcr-3-4-5.

For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
A CE version of this kit is also available.
Features
- Detects and differentiates mcr-1, mcr-2 and mcr-3-4-5 gene families
- 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
Resources
Instructions (IFU)
Product Information
Application – Technical Notes
- ARM-D Kits – Technical Note – A Multiplex Real-Time PCR Assay for Identification of Multi-drug Resistant Gram-negative Pathogens
- ARM-D Kits – Technical Note – Plasmid-mediated Beta-Lactamases Nomadic Microbial Assassins Lurking
- Streck ARM-D Kits (RUO) Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Applied Biosystems 7500 Fast
- Streck ARM-D Kits (RUO) Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Applied Biosystems 7500 Fast Dx
- Streck ARM-D Kits (RUO) Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Bio-Rad CFX96
- Streck ARM-D Kits (RUO) Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 7 Flex Real-Time PCR System
- Streck ARM-D Kits (RUO) Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Real-Time PCR Platform QIAGEN Rotor-Gene Q 5plex System
- CE IVD Streck ARM-D Kits Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Applied Biosystems 7500 Fast
- CE IVD Streck ARM-D Kits Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 7 Flex Real-Time PCR System
- CE IVD Streck ARM-D Kits Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Bio-Rad CFX96
- CE IVD Streck ARM-D Kits Data Acquisition & Analysis Guide – Real-Time PCR Platform QIAGEN Rotor-Gene Q 5plex System
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Ordering Information
Description | Catalog Number |
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Streck ARM-D Kit, MCR RUO | 250053 |
Streck ARM-D Kit, MCR CE | 250056 |
Molecular Products
Streck’s antibiotic resistance monitoring and detection (ARM-D) kits can be used as a part of a hospital’s surveillance program when screening patients and by identifying – in just a few hours – which Gram-negative resistant bacterial strains are present in the facility. Streck’s real-time PCR instrument and hot-start enzyme formulated for fast PCR can save your lab time without compromising results.

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