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Dengue Virus NS1
15/05/13. The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of Dengue Virus serotype 2 NS1 protein (DENV2 NS1). NAC's DENV2 NS1 has been manufactured in response to the unmet need for a highly purified, concentrated protein for use in vaccine development and serological based diagnostic assays. To achieve this, the company has employed its novel VirTuETM platform which is based entirely on human cell lines using state-of-the-art expression techniques. The resultant DENV2 NS1 proteins are purified to a high degree, are in their native folded state, and possess all post-translational modifications. This advanced approach offers a product which delivers optimal antigenicity. NAC is currently developing DENV1, DENV3 and DENV4 to cover the full spectrum of serotypes
Clostridium difficile ribotype 027 and 078 toxins
02/04/13. The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of highly purified toxins and toxoids from Clostridium difficile ribotypes 027 and 078 for use in research, vaccine development and by IVD manufacturers. Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in economically developed countries. CDI is primarily linked with hospital admission and prior antimicrobial treatment. Although significant advances have been made to reduce incidence, a number of hypervirulent and highly transmissible strains have recently emerged. Resultant healthcare challenges are compounded as widespread use of antibiotics encourages both the emergence of resistant strains and reoccurrence of infection, especially in the elderly. The availability of these cost effective, high performance toxins and toxoids is timely and supports the increasing healthcare focus on combating these hypervirulent strains. To satisfy a broad range of applications, the products are offered as separate preparations in a variety of vial sizes and are suitable for long term storage.
Bordetella pertussis Filamentous Hemagglutinin (FHA) Antigen
03/02/12 - The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of its high purity Filamentous Hemagglutinin (FHA) Antigen. Extracted from Bordetella pertussis and purified to a very high degree (>98%) with minimal degradation, FHA is often used in combination with pertussis toxin for diagnostic screening purposes.
High purity Cytomegalovirus Antigen
03/01/12 - The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of a highly purified Cytomegalovirus antigen. The product has been developed in response to the in vitro diagnostics (IVD) industries requirement for a cost effective antigen which can demonstrate a high affinity for not only IgG but perhaps more importantly, for IgM. This antigen from NAC’s rapidly increasing portfolio also minimizes cross-reactivity and lot to lot variation. The company is well equipped to meet an anticipated high volume requirement from IVD manufacturers who major in this field. Presently, CMV infection is mostly controlled in immunocompromised patients by available antiviral drugs, yet it continues to maintain its role as one of the most dangerous infectious agents for the unborn infant. Primary infection is consistently associated with the presence of a virus specific IgM antibody response. NAC expects that use of its CMV native antigen will aid in improving serology based assays for early detection.
High purity Bordetella pertussis Toxin
08/11/11 - The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of a highly purified Bordetella pertussis toxin. The product has been developed in response to the increasing pressure on the IVD industry to supply highly specific, cost effective antibody capture systems, which are needed for monitoring vaccination programmes. FHA, a major cause of false results, is absent from the preparation. Manufacturing procedures are geared to ensure minimal lot to lot variation. The toxin is offered in lyophilised format for ease of storage and use. Pertussis (whooping cough), caused by Bordetella pertussis, is a major cause of childhood morbidity and mortality. There is evidence of a high burden of pertussis in developing countries and it remains one of the worlds leading causes of vaccine-preventable deaths. An estimated 50 million cases and 300 000 deaths occur every year with case-fatality rates in developing countries estimated to be as high as 4% in infants. The rationale for pertussis surveillance is to monitor the impact of the immunization system, identify high-risk areas and detect outbreaks which can then be investigated.
High purity Mycoplasma pneumoniae native antigen
02/10/11 - The Native Antigen Company (NAC) announces the release of a highly purified Mycoplasma pneumoniae native antigen. M. pneumoniae is recognized as one of the most common causes of community-acquired pneumonia. Early diagnosis of M. pneumoniae, usually by an ELISA IgM assay, is important because the infection often responds well to appropriate antibiotics. However, ELISA assays, particularly those for IgM detection, often exhibit poor sensitivity and may, in addition, be susceptible to cross reactivity from other pathogens. The company claims that its new purified antigen preparation, which is highly reactive to IgM, will offer in-vitro diagnostic (IVD) manufacturers the opportunity to introduce next generation ELISA assays which demonstrate greater specificity set against an inherently low background signal.
High purity Clostridium difficile Toxins & Toxoids
19/05/11 - The Native Antigen Company announces the release of high purity: C difficile toxins A & B to satisfy the increasing demands of vaccine research and bioprocess. To meet the needs for use as an immunogen or as a control, toxoid preparations are also available. All are offered as a lyophilised preparation to confer long term storage and are available in a choice of vial sizes.
Native Antigens to improve diagnostic testing of Acute Infantile Gastroenteritis
28/03/11 - The Native Antigen Company announces the release of a native antigen preparation to help improve the diagnosis of acute infantile gastroenteritis. Adenovirus type 40 (Ad40) is a group F Adenovirus and is a major cause of acute infantile gastroenteritis. Infection occurs worldwide and has been associated with 4-17% of cases of diarrhoea in children. Used as either as a positive control or as a means to capture antibodies to Ad40, the native antigen will help manufacturers to develop highly sensitive diagnostic assays. This will enable accurate diagnosis in routine work and make possible the evaluation of the role of this enteric adenovirus in diarrhoeal disease in the developing countries.
Astrovirus
04/11/10 - The Native Antigen Company (NAC) is pleased to announce the launch of their first Astrovirus product. This is a challenging virus to grow and inactivate; but with optimised SOPs were are pleased to release a choice of formulations that can now be offered. Please check out our Native Antigen products page for more details, or contact us to enquire about how we can help tailor this antigen to your specific needs.
