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One-step PCR for white spot syndrome detection
A rapid PCR assay for detection of WSSV was based on the nested, two-step PCR procedure recommended in the Manual of Diagnostic Tests for Aquatic Animals.
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Ring tests compare PCR results from diagnostic laboratories
The University of Arizona’s Aquaculture Pathology Laboratory oversees ring tests for a group of shrimp diagnostic laboratories in 10 countries.
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Study identifies white spot variants in Sinaloa, Mexico
Mexico's government, shrimp industry and academic community are working to develop strategies to attenuate the effects of white spot virus in Sinaloa. They confirmed eight genotypes.
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Rapid test detects NHP in penaeid shrimp
A rapid lateral-flow immunoassay using monoclonal antibody combinations can identify necrotizing hepatopancreatitis (NHP) infection in less than 15 minutes.
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Real-time PCR measures IHHNV in shrimp
Use of this method to detect and quantify IHHNV in penaeid shrimp has already revealed new information regarding levels of infection.
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What is PCR?
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a molecular biology technique that amplifies the number of copies of a specific region of DNA to produce enough to be tested.