Microbial Detection Solutions for Cannabis Testing

Multiplex RT-PCR Assays for

Aspergillus speciation; Salmonella, & E. coli/STEC

Products and Features

GT Real-Time Aspergillus Detection Assay Kit

GT Real-Time Salmonella and STEC Detection Assay Kit

GT Molecular’s optimized MasterMix and Extraction Kits are specifically designed for cannabis testing.

An end-to-end workflow to detect Aspergillus species of AOAC interest, pathogenic Salmonella and Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) species from dried cannabis flower. Comprises a complete kit with all the primers, probes, and controls.

Patents Pending.

For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

Key Benefits

Easy to Use

Off-the-shelf validated kit comes with all primers, probes and controls. Easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and technical support.

Multiplexed

Streamlined workflows and differentiate between multiple pathogens. Save time, cost and reagents. Optimized for high output efficiency.

Workflow Flexibility

Pre-validated on the Bio-Rad CFX96™ with adaptability to others. Choose the DNA extraction method and PCR thermocycler that fit with your workflow.

High Selectivity

No predicted cross-reactivity with full exclusivity list defined by AOAC using our proprietary bioinformatics pipeline.

GT Molecular's highly sensitive assay kits make it possible to rapidly test for a variety of pathogenic Cannabis contaminants. Optimized for the extraction, isolation, and detection of plant, fungal, and bacterial DNA from dried cannabis flower.

For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

MOST REQUESTED KITS

GT Real-Time Aspergillus Detection Assay Kit

PATENT PENDING

GT qPCR Master Mix

GT Real-Time Salmonella and STEC Detection Assay

PATENT PENDING

“GT Molecular has had the most informative and thought-out instructions that have been included with the assay kits we have tried.”

— Christine Laba, Oakland University

FAQs

What instruments can I use with these kits?

Our cannabis assay kits are pre-validated using the Bio-Rad CFX96™ with easy adaptability to other multichannel RT-PCR machines such as the Agilent AriaMx™ and Thermo QuantStudio 5™. Please contact us with any questions regarding platform use.

Do you offer technical support?

Yes! Contact us below and one of our technical support scientists will be in touch via email or phone. We’ll be happy to walk you through the workflow and answer any questions you may have.

What targets are measured?

  • GT Real-Time Salmonella and Shiga-toxin producing E. coli (STEC) species.

  • GT Real-Time Aspergillus Detection Assay Kit patent-pending for the detection of Aspergillus flavus, Aspergillus fumigatus, Aspergillus niger, and Aspergillus terreus genomic DNA.

  • These molecular reagent kits contain all primers, probes, and controls necessary for the detection of the targets listed. The assay kits are validated for use with the GTM qPCR Master Mix and GTM Extraction Kits (sold separately).

What internal control is used?

Cannabis DNA

How soon after placing an order can I expect delivery of the kit?

Once an order is placed, most assay kits are shipped within 5 business days and via FedEx Priority overnight on ice. Extraction kits are shipped separately at ambient temperatures.

What sample types can be used?

Our cannabis extraction and assay kits are validated for use with cannabis flower - please contact us for more details.

OUR KITS

Research PCR Kits available in both Quantitative Real Time PCR (RT-qPCR) and Digital PCR formats. Includes primers, probes and precisely measured and qualified positive and negative controls.

GT Molecular’s RT-PCR Advantages and Applications

1.

PRE-VALIDATED
Our RT-PCR and Digital PCR Kits are pre-measured, tested and validated to improve your PCR testing.

2.

PATENT-PENDING TECHNOLOGY
Allows us to multiplex several targets in each assay; saving time and money.

3.

A VARIETY OF APPLICATIONS
From Cancer and SARS-CoV-2 to Pathogen panels for diagnostic labs.

For research use only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.