Application of a rapid and sensitive RPA-CRISPR/Cas12a assay for BCSP31-based Brucella detection

May 15, 2025Journal of microbiological methods

Fast and sensitive test using CRISPR to detect Brucella bacteria based on BCSP31

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Abstract

The RPA-CRISPR/Cas12a system achieved a detection limit of 10 copies per reaction for Brucella DNA.

  • The integrated system combines recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) with the CRISPR-Cas12a technique for enhanced detection.
  • It demonstrates high sensitivity and excellent specificity in identifying Brucella species.
  • The platform shows strong agreement with quantitative PCR results when tested on clinical blood samples.
  • Testing revealed improved performance compared to traditional serological methods like the Rose Bengal test (RBT).
  • This method may provide a rapid and accurate approach for diagnosing brucellosis.

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