Lyophilized PCR reaction bead reduces the cost of transport and extends shelf life for the test
PBD Biotech has developed a lyophilized PCR reaction bead for its Actiphage blood test which identifies active tuberculosis (TB).
The new function enables transportation without the need for a cold chain, which reduces the cost associated with shipment and also extends the shelf life for test components. TB treatment and testing must occur close to the point of infection and the update meets these criteria.
