Emerging pathogens
H5N1 Avian Influenza Panel
H5 and pan-influenza A, with a multi-species control for human and animal samples.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

Overview
Single-tube RT-qPCR assay for the H5 hemagglutinin gene and the influenza A M1 gene. The H5 assay is designed to detect all known clades and variants of highly pathogenic avian influenza A/H5N1, including recent human strains. The influenza A assay targets a highly conserved region of M1 shared by known H and N subtypes. A proprietary multi-species internal control detects nucleic acid from most higher vertebrates, including human, bovine and avian samples.
Targets
Targets
Internal control
Specifications
| Format | RT-qPCR, qualitative multiplex |
|---|---|
| Primer and probe mix | 1 tube |
| Kit size | 200 reactions |
| Larger kits | 500 to 1,000 reaction kits are available as a custom order. Request a quote. |
| Kit formats | Standard primer and probe mix (add master mix), or Ready-2-Test pre-mix |
| Positive controls | 1 tube, included |
| Fluorophores | FAM, HEX, ROX |
| Sample input | 4 µL of eluate from any extraction method that produces high-quality DNA and RNA from the chosen sample type. Performance to be verified and validated by the laboratory. |
| Reaction volume | 15 µL (11 µL reaction mix + 4 µL sample), in 96- or 384-well plates |
| Run time | Less than 60 minutes |
| Recommended master mix | SeqOnce™ OneStep RT-qPCR Multiplex Amplification Kit 1800, PN 500030. Sold separately. |
| Compatible instruments | Instruments that detect FAM, HEX, ROX (or equivalent wavelengths), including: Bio-Rad CFX96 / CFX384 and CFX Opus Roche LightCycler 480 Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3, 5, 6, 7 and 12, and 7500 series |
| Storage | −20 °C |
| Shelf life | Up to 24 months from the date of manufacture, depending on lot and components |
Recommended cycling
- RT incubation: 50 °C, 15 min
- Enzyme activation: 95 °C, 2 min
- 40 cycles: 95 °C 3 s, 58 °C 30 s
- Total run time about 70 minutes at default ramp rates
Recommended interpretation
| H5 (FAM) | Influenza A (HEX) | Internal control (ROX) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| H5 − | Flu A − | IC − | Invalid |
| H5 − | Flu A − | IC + | Not detected |
| H5 − | Flu A + | IC +/− | Influenza A, not H5 |
| H5 + | Flu A + | IC +/− | Influenza A H5 |
| H5 + | Flu A − | IC +/− | Inconclusive |
Quality
- Lot tested. Every lot is tested before release.
- Safety Data Sheet. Available on request from info@bandit.bio.
- Stability. Up to 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored as directed. Varies by lot and components.
- Made in the USA. Manufactured in Carlsbad, California and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Ordering and pricing
| Option | SKU | Reactions | Price | Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Complete kit | ||||
| Panel and master mix | 500029 + 500030 | 200 | Sign in | |
| À la carte | ||||
| Panel only: H5N1 Avian Influenza Panel | 500029 | 200 | Sign in | |
| Master mix only: SeqOnce™ OneStep RT-qPCR Multiplex Amplification Kit 1800 | 500030 | 200 | Sign in | |
Prices in U.S. dollars, excluding tax and shipping. Sales tax is calculated at checkout. Volume and custom pricing on request.
