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Virus PCR assay panels: an alternative to the mouse antibody production test.

Journal:
Lab animal
Year:
2004
Authors:
Blank, Walter A et al.
Affiliation:
Charles River Laboratories · United States

Abstract

Antibody production tests have traditionally been used to test biological materials for viral contamination. Now molecular biology techniques have emerged as an alternative. The authors compare MAP testing with PCR-based detection methods, focusing on differences in animal use, laboratory requirements, sample size, and limits of detection.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15235643/