Detect and differentiate common lesion-causing pathogens
Herpes simplex virus (HSV-1&-2), Varicella zoster virus (VZV) & Treponema pallidum (Syphilis) in a single-well multiplex qPCR test
Syphilis rates are increasing around the globe and symptomatic or visual lesion diagnostic approaches may be missing some cases presenting as an atypical lesion. Molecular diagnostics are recommended for management of genital lesions to improve diagnostic accuracy and subsequent patient management.
Validated on hundreds of clinical samples, PlexPCR® VHS demonstrates excellent sensitivity and specificity.
Streamline your workflow and increase productivity for rapid, routine diagnostics. Full automation options include sample and qPCR set-up, through to validated software solutions for automated result calling and simple data processing.
SpeeDx analysis software is included in contract pricing, is license free, and installed on a high security and GDPR compliant platform. Designed to support the IVD laboratory environment, features include:
Demonstrated clinical performance – for more detail please see the PlexPCR® VHS Instructions for Use.
Performance of PlexPCR® VHS | ||||
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HSV-1 | HSV-2 | VZV | T.pallidum | |
Sensitivity | 97.7% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
Specificity | 99.7% | 99.7% | 99.7% | 100% |
The PlexPCR® VHS kit is a qualitative real-time PCR (qPCR) assay for the detection of Herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1), Herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2), Varicella zoster virus (VZV) and Treponema pallidum.
Single well: Herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1), Herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2), Varicella zoster virus (VZV), Treponema pallidum (Syphilis) & Internal Control
Products are shipped on dry ice or ice gel packs.
Expiry dates are stated on the labels. It is recommended that freeze/thaw cycles be limited to less than 15. Store protected from light at – 20°C.
For in vitro diagnostic use. Not for sale in the USA.
CE-IVD, TGA cleared
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We are committed to supporting continued scientific discovery and generation of clinically relevant data. Collaborations with key researchers and clinicians around the globe help us improve diagnostics and address urgent clinical needs.
Evaluation of PlexPCR® VHS for diagnosis of genital lesions
Used PlexPCR® VHS to test 211 samples consisting of genital, anal/rectal, oral and non-genital swabs. Sensitivity/specificity of each target compared to in-house qPCR was 100%/99.4% for HSV-1, 96.0%/98.8% for HSV-2, 100%/100% for VZV and 100.0%/100.0% for TP.
SPEEDX PLEXPCR™ VHS EVALUATION
Used PlexPCR® VHS to test 373 genital and non -genital swab samples compared to in-house method. Prevalence for each target: HSV-1 24%, HSV-2 21.3%, Syphilis 1.7% VZV 0.3%. Sensitivity and specificity of 96-100% across targets.
Performance characteristics of the SpeeDx PlexPCR® VHS assay for the molecular detection of herpes simplex virus, varicella zoster virus, and Treponema pallidum in lesion swabs
Goldstein EJ et al Diagn Microbiol Infect Dis. 2020; 99(2):115221
Used PlexPCR® to test 250 previously tested patient samples. The overall agreement between the PlexPCR® VHS and in-house assays was 97%. Negative agreement was ≥99%, and positive agreement for individual targets was 96% (47/49) for T. pallidum, 98% for HSV-1 and HSV-2 (50/51), and 100% (51/51) for VZV.
Please contact SpeeDx for information about offering SpeeDx diagnostics in your clinic or for a list of current pathology clinics where SpeeDx testing is available.
Product | Compatible | Size | Catalogue |
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PlexPCR® VHS* | LC480 II† | 100 reactions | 1121001 |
ABI 7500 / ABI 7500 Fast / ABI 7500 Fast Dx҂ | 100 reactions | 1123001 | |
CFX96 IVD/CFX96 Touch# | 100 reactions | 1125001 | |
PlexPCR® VHS Analysis Software* | LC480 II† | 1 Unit | 99005 |
ABI 7500 / ABI 7500 Fast / ABI 7500 Fast Dx |
1 Unit | 99004 | |
CFX96 IVD/CFX96 Touch# | 1 Unit | 99006 | |
PlexPCR® HV Analysis Software* | LC480 II† | 1 Unit | 99013 |
ABI 7500 / ABI 7500 Fast / ABI 7500 Fast Dx |
1 Unit | 99007 | |
CFX96 IVD/CFX96 Touch# | 1 Unit | 99014 | |
PlexPCR® Colour Compensation*^ kit | LC480 II† | 2 reactions | 90001 |
*Not for sale in USA
҂Validated on the ABI 7500 Fast Instrument
†Validated on LightCycler 480 II
#Validated on CFX96 IVD
^Supplied upon request. This kit is only required for initial set-up to establish calibration of PlexPCR® and ResistancePlus® kits on the LC480 instrument, see instruction for use for details.