RE: Qicker tests?22 May 2020 11:29
They are working on a 'Direct to PCR' test, which is substantially quicker than the current test.
The following has been copied from the annual results RNS -
New COVID-19 innovation
In addition to rapidly developing a test for COVID-19, the Company is working on further innovations to support laboratories during the pandemic. These innovations include:
· Direct-to-PCR extraction reagent called Exsig™ Direct to remove the need for RNA extraction reagents containing magnetic-beads. This reagent may now launch in two formats to accommodate different laboratory work-flows. The products are undergoing final clinical validation and expected to launch during June 2020. These reagents are expected to significantly improve laboratory workflow, reduce cycle times, increase throughput and reduce costs for COVID-19 testing.
· In addition to our own Direct-to-PCR extraction reagents we also plan to launch Exsig™ Mag which is an RNA extraction reagent using magnetic beads for those laboratories that still wish to use the automated RNA extraction systems that they have invested in.
· High throughput COVID-19 tests will be available in bulk format with each kit containing 1,536 tests for use in 384 well format instead of the smaller 96 well plate format. This product will be very helpful for large high-throughput clinical laboratories and will launch in June 2020.
· Mobile COVID-19 testing is being evaluated using the Company's q16 instrument combined with its ExsigTM Direct reagent and genesig® COVID-19 test. Trials in clinical laboratories are expected to complete in June 2020 and this mini-laboratory combination may be used in remote locations, such as care homes.
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