Description

Trichomonas vaginalis Real-Time PCR Kit

Trichomonas vaginalis is a protozoan parasite that infects the human urogenital tract and is recognized as the most common non-viral sexually transmitted infection worldwide. This parasite belongs to the Trichomonadidae family and possesses linear DNA. Among four known Trichomonas species including T. tenax, T. hominis, T. fecalis, and T. vaginalis, only T. vaginalis is pathogenic and causes disease in humans.

Infection caused by this parasite, known as Trichomoniasis, is primarily transmitted through sexual contact. Infected women may experience symptoms such as abnormal vaginal discharge, itching, and pain during urination or sexual intercourse, while men are often asymptomatic. However, some men may experience urethral discharge or pain. If left untreated, this infection can lead to chronic problems and long-term complications.

According to World Health Organization (WHO) data, approximately 156 million new cases of Trichomonas vaginalis infection are reported worldwide, with a prevalence of 5.3% in women and 0.6% in men.

Diagnosis of this disease is typically performed through parasite culture, which is considered the gold standard. However, PCR-based methods, due to their speed, sensitivity, and diagnostic accuracy, are increasingly used for screening, early diagnosis, and treatment management of patients.

With the aim of rapid, sensitive, and specific detection of Trichomonas vaginalis and its differentiation from other parasites in human samples, ap-rad has designed and manufactured the Trichomonas vaginalis Real-Time PCR Kit. This kit is an ideal tool for molecular diagnostic laboratories, healthcare centers, and epidemiological research, enabling accurate and timely diagnosis of Trichomonas vaginalis infections.