RE: Heathrow to trial saliva based PCR test!7 Jul 2020 21:42
We discussed Optigene on the 5th of june 105 replies here are the highlights
Basingstoke Hospital in Partnership with Optigene and Novacyt.
https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/regional/andover/18354750.basingstokes-super-fast-covid-test-set-rolled-across-uk/
Says in this article
We were in a fortunate position to be able to link with a local company in Chandlers Ford, PrimerDesign, who partnered with us to provide the testing kits needed and we are very delighted that we could join forces to make this a reality so quickly.”
VanV, Optigene test is 5 minutes
LAMP is a nucleic acid amplification method providing a quick diagnostic method (20 mins) suitable for use without extensive training or equipment.
A Point of Contact (POC) molecular diagnostic test using LAMP based assays should be readily achievable - the only instrument requirement is an inexpensive heater.
One important requirement for a POC test is stability of the test for distribution and storage under ambient conditions. Hence I assume support from PrimerDesign with the test assay was very important.
https://www.basingstokegazette.co.uk/news/18343185.basingstoke-hospital-reduces-testing-time-covid-19-five-minutes/
Not a true PoC test but 5 mins for a molecular test is 5 minutes. How involved are NCYT?
We may find out tomorrow!
I think Han**** is throwing the kitchen sink at testing now. His job is on the line.
Following the Science
Test, test, test
gla
“We were in a fortunate position to be able to link with a local company in Chandlers Ford, PrimerDesign, who partnered with us to provide the testing kits needed and we are very delighted that we could join forces to make this a reality so quickly.”
http://www.optigene.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/OptiGene-Press-Release.pdf
Nerve settler :-)
CEO Graham Mullis liked LinkedIn post by Dr Stephen Kidd who's recruiting biologists and microbiologists for the LAMP rapid community testing project that has been developed in partnership with OptiGene, Hampshire Hospital and Novacyt.
Jacob Barratt, Head of UK sales and Laura Shawdon, Account Manger also liked post.
The new LAMP test will produce results in 5 to 20 mins. For more information on the LAMP test have a read back through this thread.
Novacyt have not formally announced this product, result of trial due June 19th + 2 weeks. Will be the 3rd new Novacyt test to launch in June.
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/kiddstephen_covid19response-activity-6673578191937904640-rjKj
Regards
Bramley1967