Chikungunya - Molbio Diagnostics
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1. ve ve 0 32 32 Truenat Chikungunya micro PCR ve Total 19 In house standard real time PCR ve 32 In house standard N 51 real time PCR ve REPRODUCIBILITY AND PRECISION Truenat Chikungunya kit was tested for reproducibility and precision between users analyzers and reagent lots Serial log dilutions of a high titre clinical specimen were used for this purpose The same sample panel was provided to 3 users who ran it on 3 different Truelab Real Time micro PCR Analyzers with 3 different lots of Truenat Chikungunya The tests were run in triplicates High inter user inter analyzer and inter lot reproducibility was observed average standard deviation SD 0 87Ct and no significant difference was noted in the Ct values obtained from different users or analyzers or reagent lots INTERFERENCE Effect of interferences of elevated blood or serum parameters such as lipid cholesterol and triglycerides were evaluated in this study Specimens 10 samples showing higher level of serum parameters were spiked with known amounts of Chikungunya virus positive samples These spiked samples were tested using the Truenat Chikungunya The Ct values obtained were found not to be significantly impacted Ct Average 28 47 standard deviation 0 61 variance 0 3 co efficient of variation 2 by the presence of elevated biochemical parameters as described above Effect of elevated biochemical b2. OF DETECTION To determine the range of the assay isolated 0 RNA from standard cultures was used as 35 source RNA Standard curves were developed used serial dilutions of the source RNAin sterile TE buffer The various RNA dilutions were subjected to reverse transcription and the 5 resulting cDNAs were tested using Truenat s Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test o The Ct values obtained were plotted against the RNA concentration The assay was found to be linear over 5 orders of magnitude and could detect as low as 10 copies of RNA per reaction Ct value G Log CHIKV RNA copies CLINICAL SENSITIVITY CLINICAL SPECIFICITY 19 Chikungunya virus positive and 32 negative serum samples were processed using a commercial spin method to extract total RNA as per manufacturer s protocol Chikungunya analysis on Truenat Chikungunya was compared to the in house standard real time PCR assay of the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences NIMHANS Bangalore The Truenat Chikungunya results for all 51 samples were found to be in agreement with the NIMHANS results i e all 32 negative samples were undetected specificity 100 and all 19 positive samples were detected as Chikungunya positive sensitivity 100 The following table summarizes the results from the study PCR test at Hospital Lab Total PCR test on Truenat ve ve Chikungunya ve 19 0 19 Truenat Chikungunya micro PCR
3. of Chikungunya and Chikungunya fever in Kandy Sri Lanka 2006 07 a comparative analysis of clinical and laboratory features Postgrad Med J 2009 85 342 346 3 Mourya D T Thakare J R Gokhale M D etal Isolation of chikungunya virus from Aedes aegypti mosquitoes collected in the town of Yawat Pune District Maharashtra State India Acta Virol 2001 45 305 9 SYMBOLKEYS Consult Acari j In vitro Diagnostic 30 Store at Catalogue Clay marietes Medical Device ull Manuieciures A 2 30 C Number for use 2 Date of Date of Manufacture Expiry Batch Number Contains sufficient For single Lot Number for lt n gt tests E use only wul molbio Molbio Diagnostics Pvt Ltd M 46 47 Phase III B Verna Industrial Estate Verna Goa 403 722 India E mail sales tulipgroup com TNCK 0413 VER 01
4. and the analyzer automatically compares these with the Ct value of the test sample to provide a quantitative result In the case of negative samples amplification does not occur and a horizontal amplification curve is displayed on the screen during the test run At the end of the test run Chikungunya DETECTED or NOT DETECTED result is displayed and in positive cases Ct values and copies per milliliter cp ml is displayed on the screen Based on the Ct of the internal positive control IPC the validity of the test run is also displayed The IPC is a full process control that undergoes all the processes the specimen undergoes from extraction to amplification thereby validating the test run from sample to result Absence of or shift of IPC Ct beyond a pre set range in case of negative samples invalidates the test run While IPC will co amplify in most positive cases also in some specimen having a high target load the IPC may not amplify however the test run is still considered valid The results can be printed via Bluetooth using the Truelab micro PCR printer or transferred to the lab computer or any remote computer via Wifi network or GPRS network Upto 5000 test results can be stored on the analyzer for future recall and reference 10 11 12 13 TARGET SELECTION The target sequence for this kit has been taken from the Non structural protein 4 nsP4 gene of the Chikungunya genome The region selected is specific fo
5. at Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test and the DNase amp RNase free pipette tip from the pouch ensure that neither bare hands nor gloves that have been used for previous tests run are used PROCEDURAL LIMITATIONS 1 Optimal performance of this test requires appropriate specimen collection handling storage and transport to the testsite 2 Though very rare mutations within the highly conserved regions of the target genome where the Truenat assay primers and or probe bind may result in the under quantitation of or a failure to detect the presence of the concerned pathogen 3 Theinstruments and assay procedures are designed to minimize the risk of contamination by PCR amplification products However it is essential to follow good laboratory practices and ensure careful adherence to the procedures specified in this package insert for avoiding nucleic acid contamination from previous amplifications positive controls or specimens 4 A specimen for which the Truenat assay reports Not Detected cannot be concluded to be negative for the concerned pathogen As with any diagnostic test results from the Truenat assay should be interpreted in the context of other clinical and laboratory findings CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION 1 Spills of potentially infectious material should be cleaned up immediately with absorbent paper tissue and the contaminated area should be decontaminated with disinfectants such as 0 5 freshly prepare
6. cE Truenat Chikungunya Chip based Real Time PCR test for Chikungunya INTENDED USE Truenat Chikungunya REF 601060005 601060020 is a chip based Real Time Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction qRT PCR test for the quantitative detection and diagnosis of Chikungunya virus in human blood serum plasma specimen and aids in the diagnosis of infection with Chikungunya Truenat Chikungunya runs on the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer INTRODUCTION Chikungunya an RNA virus is transmitted by the bite of an infected day biting Aedes mosquito Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus Infection with Chikungunya is characterized by a sudden onset of high fever and symptoms similar to influenza mostly accompanied by intense debilitating joint pains in the extremities ankle wrists and or fingers Other possible symptoms are swollen hands and or feet skin rashes and light hemorrhages Usually the course of the disease is benign and the disease heals spontaneously in few days to few weeks Chikungunya infections often get mis diagnosed as Dengue because of common symptoms common vector and common transmission conditions Current methods of diagnosis of the disease include viral isolation serologic tests and molecular methods Serology based tests qualitatively detect antibodies that appear later during the infection However these methods are known to show cross reactivity and also have limitations of sensitivity Viral iso
7. d sodium hypochlorite 10 times dilution of 5 sodium hypochlorite household bleach before continuing work 2 Sodium hypochlorite should not be used on an acid containing spill unless the spill area is wiped dry first Materials used to clean spills including gloves should be disposed off as potentially bio hazardous waste e g in a biohazard waste container TEST PROCEDURE Please also refer Section 4 in the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer user manual 1 Switchonthe Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer touch screen 2 Selectuser and enter password 3 Select the test profile for CHIKUNGUNYA on the Analyzer screen 4 Enter the patient details as prompted in the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer screen Press Start Reaction 6 Press the eject button to open the chip tray 7 Open a pouch of Truenat Chikungunya and retrieve the chip based Real Time PCR test and the microtube a 8 Label the chip and the tube with the patient ID using a marker pen at the space provided on the back side of the chip and the space on the microtube label 9 Place the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test on the chip tray without touching the white reaction well The reaction well should be facing up and away from the Analyzer Gently press the chip to ensure that ithas seated in the chip tray properly 10 Using the filter barrier tip provided in the pouch pipette six 6 uL of the pur
8. freeze dried PCR reagents including reverse trancriptase RT After allowing approximately 20 seconds for the dried PCR reagents to get hydrated with the RNA sample the entire contents is pipetted out and dispensed into the reaction well of the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test The Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test is then inserted in the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer where the RNA is first converted into complementary DNA cDNA by the RT enzyme and further thermal cycling takes place A positive amplification causes the dual labeled fluorescent probe in the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test to release the fluorophore in an exponential manner which is then captured by the built in opto electronic sensor and displayed as amplification curve on the analyzer screen ona real time basis during the test run The Cycle threshold Ct is defined as the number of amplification cycles required for the fluorescent signal to cross the threshold i e exceed the background signal Ct levels are inversely proportional to the amount of target nucleic acid in the sample i e the lower the Ct level the greater is the amount of target nucleic acid in the sample CT value is linearly correlated with amount of target RNA copies present in the sample enabling quantitative estimation of the analyte Standard values for every batch are preset in the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test
9. he Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer It requires only six 6 UL of purified RNA to be added to the reaction well for the analysis The intelligent chip also carries test and batch related information including standard values for quantitation The Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test also stores information of used test to prevent any accidental re use of the test NOTE Truelab Truelab Uno Trueprep MAG Truepet Truenat are all registered trademarks of Molbio Diagnostics P Limited The Truelab Real Time micro PCR Analyzer is protected by the following patents and patents pending IN 2313 CHE 2007 WO 2009 047804 and corresponding claims of any foreign counterpart s thereof The Truenat micro PCR chip is protected by the following patents and patents pending IN 2312 CHE 2007 WO 2009 047805 and corresponding claims of any foreign counterpart s thereof The Truenat Chikungunya test is protected by the following patents and patents pending IN 439 CHE 2009 WO 2010 097806 and corresponding claims of any foreign counterpart s thereof PRINCIPLE OF THE TEST Truenat Chikungunya works on the principle of Real Time Reverse Transcriptase Polymerase Chain Reaction RTPCR The RNA from the patient blood sample is first extracted using Trueprep MAG Sample Prep Device and Trueprep MAG Blood sample prep kit and six 6 uL of the purified RNA is then dispensed into a microtube containing
10. hole blood serum or plasma specimen that are extracted using the Trueprep MAG Sample Prep Device and Trueprep MAG Blood Sample Prep Kit Refer to the User Manual of Trueprep MAG Sample Prep Device and the package insert of Trueprep MAG Blood Sample Prep Kit for details SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 14 For in vitro diagnostic use only 2 Bring all reagents and specimen to room temperature 20 30 C before use 3 Donotuse kitbeyond expiry date 4 Carefully read the User Manuals and package inserts of all the components of the Truelab Real Time micro PCR System before use 5 All materials of human origin should be handled as though potentially infectious 6 Donotpipette any material by mouth 7 Do not eat drink smoke apply cosmetics or handle contact lenses in the area where testing is done 8 Use protective clothing and wear disposable gloves when handling samples and while performing sample extraction PROCEDURAL PRECAUTIONS 1 Donotexchange kit components from different lots of Truenat Chikungunya 2 Check all packages before using the kit Damage to the packaging does not prevent the contents of the kit from being used However if the outer packaging is damaged the user must confirm that individual components of the kit are intact before using them 3 Do not perform the test in the presence of reactive vapours e g from sodium hypochlorite acids alkalis or aldehydes or dust 4 While retrieving the Truen
11. ified RNA from the Elute Collection Tube into the microtube containing the freeze dried RTPCR reagents Allow twenty 20 seconds for the elute to hydrate the contents With the same tip mix the contents twice gently by pipetting in and out Pipette out all the six 6 uL of the mixture and dispense into the centre of the white reaction well of the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test Take care not to scratch the internal well surface and notto spill elute on the outside of the well 11 Slide the chip tray containing the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test loaded with the sample into the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer 12 Press the power button on the Analyzerto turn iton The green LED should glow 13 Press Done on the Please Load Sample Alert message 14 At the end of the test observe the optical plot for any irregularities Refer to the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer manual 15 Read the result from the screen 16 Press the power button on the Analyzer to turn it off The green LED should stop glowing 17 Take out the Truenat Chikungunya micro PCR chip at end of the test and dispose it off as per the section on Disposal and Destruction Section 15 18 Turn on Truelab micro PCR printer and select print on the screen for printing out hard copy of the results Test results are automatically stored and can be retrieved any time later Refer to Truelab Un
12. lation and molecular techniques such as Polymerase Chain reaction PCR or Real Time PCR are much more sensitive and confirm infection with Chikungunya immediately upon onset of symptoms However viral isolation and PCR or Real Time PCR tests have so far been restricted to centralized reference laboratories as they require skilled manpower and elaborate infrastructure Also the turnaround time for results could take a few days The Truelab Real Time micro PCR System enables decentralization and near patient diagnosis of Chikungunya by making real time PCR technology rapid simple robust and user friendly and offering sample to result capability even at resource limited settings This is achieved through a combination of lightweight portable mains battery operated Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer and Trueprep MAG Sample Prep Device and room temperature stable Truenat chip based Real Time PCR test and Trueprep MAG Sample Prep kits so that even the peripheral laboratories with minimal infrastructure and minimally trained technician can easily perform these tests routinely in their facilities and report PCR results in less than an hour Moreover with these devices PCR testing can also be initiated in the field level on site Truenat Chikungunya is a disposable room temperature stable chip based Real Time PCR test with dried down PCR reagents for performing a Real Time PCR test for detection of Chikungunya and runs on t
13. lood parameters Sr No Samplel D Cholesterol HDL Triglycerides LDL ct 1 ST1 230 38 259 140 29 50 2 ST2 276 35 177 194 28 67 3 ST3 225 32 353 114 28 21 4 ST4 304 35 394 186 28 5 ST5 168 32 342 58 28 5 6 ST6 269 46 258 176 29 7 ST7 220 42 230 124 27 33 8 ST8 94 27 56 52 28 2 9 ST9 225 39 138 148 28 33 10 ST10 219 24 196 128 29 Carry Over Effect To determine whether the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test showed any signs of carryover of PCR products between runs alternating runs of positive high titre samples and negatives samples were performed in duplicates 5 positive samples and 5 negative samples were used for the study Results of carry over evaluation Sr No Sample 1 D CtST1 ctST2 CtST3 Average 1 Positive 22 55 22 67 22 6 22 61 2 Negative 3 Positive 225 23 2 22 3 22 67 4 Negative 5 Positive 22 7 23 5 22 6 22 93 6 Negative 7 Positive 22 78 22 89 22 7 22 79 8 Negative 9 Positive 23 4 23 1 22 5 23 00 10 Negative All the positive samples were accurately detected and all negative samples were undetected indicating absence of carryover of PCR products between runs using the Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test 18 REFERENCES 1 http www cdc gov chikungunya 2 S A M Kularatne et al 2009 Concurrent outbreaks
14. n positive and negative controls from time to time The Truenat Universal Control Kit containing Positive Control and Negative Control must be ordered separately It is advisable to run controls under the following circumstances e Whenever a new shipment of test kits is received e When opening a new testkitlot e If the temperature of the storage area falls outside of 2 30 C e By each new user prior to performing testing on clinical specimen DISPOSALAND DESTRUCTION 1 Submerge the used Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test in freshly prepared 1 sodium hypochlorite solution for 20 minutes before disposal as per the standard medical waste disposal guidelines 2 Disinfect the solutions and or solid waste containing biological samples before discarding them according to local regulations 3 Samples and reagents of human and animal origin as well as contaminated materials disposables neutralized acids and other waste materials must be discarded according to local regulations after decontamination by immersion in a freshly prepared 0 5 of sodium hypochlorite for 30 minutes 1 volume of 5 sodium hypochlorite for 10 volumes of contaminated fluid or water Do not autoclave materials or solutions containing sodium hypochlorite Chemicals should be handled in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice and disposed off according to the local regulations ne SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS ASSAY RANGE AND LIMIT
15. o Real Time micro PCR Analyzer manual 19 Switchoffthe Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer touch screen RESULTS amp INTERPRETATIONS Two amplification curves are displayed on the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer screen to indicate the progress of the test Both the target and the internal positive control IPC curves will take a steep exponential path when the fluorescence crosses the threshold value in case of positive samples The Ct will depend on the number of target RNA in the sample The target curve will remain horizontal throughout the test duration and the IPC curve will take an exponential path in case of negative samples In case the IPC curve remains horizontal in anegative sample the testis considered as Invalid At the end of the test run the results screen will display DETECTED for Positive result or NOT DETECTED for Negative result The result screen would also display the Ct value and the copies per ml cp ml for positive specimen The result screen also displays the validity of the test run as VALID or INVALID Invalid samples have to be repeated with fresh specimen from the sample preparation stage While IPC will co amplify in most positive cases also in some specimen having a high target load the IPC may not amplify however the test runis still considered valid QUALITY CONTROL PROCEDURES To ensure that the Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer is working accurately ru
16. r Chikungunya virus CONTENTS OF THE Truenat Chikungunya KIT A Individually sealed pouches each containing a 1 Truenat Chikungunya chip based Real Time PCR test 2 Microtube with freeze dried RT PCR reagents 2 DNase amp RNase free pipette tip 3 Desiccant pouch B Package Insert 601060005 601060020 WT 5T 20T STORAGE AND STABILITY Truenat Chikungunyais stable for one year from the date of manufacture if stored between 2 30 C It is also stable for upto three 3 months at temperatures up to 40 C Avoid exposure to light MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED WITH THE KIT Truelab Real Time micro PCR Workstation REF 603010001 consisting of 1 Trueprep MAG Sample Prep Device REF 603040001 2 Truelab Uno Real Time micro PCR Analyzer 603020001 3 Truelab micro PCR Printer REF 603050001 4 Truepet Precision Micropipettes 6yL 50yL 100uL 500uL 1000uL REF 604010006 604020050 604030100 604040500 604051000 Also required additionally are Trueprep MAG Blood Sample Prep Kit REF 602010050 Truenat Universal Control Kit REF 601100008 DNase and RNase free pipette tips 2 200uL 200 1000uL microtips with filter barrier which may also be procured from Molbio REF 604072200 REF 604062010 respectively Powder free disposable gloves waste disposal container with lid SPECIMEN PREPARATION Truenat Chikungunya requires purified nucleic acids from w
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