DEVELOPMENT OF A REAGENT KIT FOR THE DETECTION AND TYPING OF THE “WEST” TOPOTYPE OF BLUETONGUE VIRUS SEROTYPE 9 (BTV-9W) IN BIOLOGICAL SAMPLES USING RT-qPCR

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Research develops a PCR test for bluetongue virus, enabling strain differentiation and enhancing food security.

The new RT-qPCR kit accurately detects the bluetongue virus in biological samples, supporting animal health.
Utilizing primers and a probe for segment 10 of BTV's genome, the kit ensures high specificity and sensitivity.
This development responds to risks posed by midge vectors, highlighting the importance for livestock in Kazakhstan.
The kit aids in differentiating vaccine from field strains, promoting effective disease management in the region.

Ivanova et al. (2025) studied this question.

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