Abstract: Compositions and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The compositions and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The compositions and methods are directed to labelled probes and their uses in Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) diagnostic tests to detect target DNA from the environment or from an individual and also to detect specific variants of the target DNA, both with similar sensitivity.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The compositions and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The compositions and methods are directed to labelled probes and their uses in Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) diagnostic tests to detect target DNA from the environment or from an individual and also to detect specific variants of the target DNA, both with similar sensitivity.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The compositions and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The compositions and methods are directed to labelled probes and their uses in Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) diagnostic tests to detect target DNA from the environment or from an individual and also to detect specific variants of the target DNA, both with similar sensitivity.

Abstract: Provided herein is a reverse transcriptase mixture comprising a reverse transcriptase and a colored dye at a concentration in the range of 0.003%-1% (v/w). The colored dye may be visually observed during transfer of the mix from one vessel to another and addition of the mix to another mix can be confirmed by eye by observing the colored dye.

Abstract: Kits and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The kits and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The kits and methods utilize in various combinations, reversible inhibitors of kit components, thermolabile enzymes, poloxamers, various salts, indicators and one or more Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) primer sets for detecting single and/or multiple targets and variants of the targets including SARS-CoV-2 targets and variants thereof in a single reaction. The kits and methods permit detection of the target nucleic with similar sensitivity regardless of the presence of undefined mutations that may enhance the virulence of cells or viruses containing the undefined mutations.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex LAMP reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting the viral nucleic acid target.

Abstract: Kits and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The kits and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The kits and methods utilize in various combinations, reversible inhibitors of kit components, thermolabile enzymes, poloxamers, various salts, indicators and one or more Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) primer sets for detecting single and/or multiple targets and variants of the targets including SARS-CoV-2 targets and variants thereof in a single reaction. The kits and methods permit detection of the target nucleic with similar sensitivity regardless of the presence of undefined mutations that may enhance the virulence of cells or viruses containing the undefined mutations.

Abstract: Kits and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The kits and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The kits and methods utilize in various combinations, reversible inhibitors of kit components, thermolabile enzymes, poloxamers, various salts, indicators and one or more Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) primer sets for detecting single and/or multiple targets and variants of the targets including SARS-CoV-2 targets and variants thereof in a single reaction. The kits and methods permit detection of the target nucleic with similar sensitivity regardless of the presence of undefined mutations that may enhance the virulence of cells or viruses containing the undefined mutations.

Abstract: Kits and methods are described that are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically detecting target nucleic acids directly from biological samples. The kits and methods were developed to be easy to use involving a minimum number of steps and giving rapid and consistent results either at point of care or in high throughput situations. The kits and methods utilize in various combinations, reversible inhibitors of kit components, thermolabile enzymes, poloxamers, various salts, indicators and one or more Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) primer sets for detecting single and/or multiple targets and variants of the targets including SARS-CoV-2 targets and variants thereof in a single reaction. The kits and methods permit detection of the target nucleic with similar sensitivity regardless of the presence of undefined mutations that may enhance the virulence of cells or viruses containing the undefined mutations.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting the viral nucleic acid target.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting the viral nucleic acid target.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex LAMP reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting the viral nucleic acid target.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex LAMP reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting the viral nucleic acid target.

Abstract: Kits and methods are provided for performing multiplex LAMP reactions. These kits and methods are directed to specific and sensitive methods of target nucleic acid detection and more specifically pathogen diagnostics such as detection of Coronavirus. The kits and methods utilize a plurality of sets of oligonucleotide primers for targeting different template sequences in a single nucleic acid target. The kits and methods also include guanidium salts that enhance the sensitivity of the assay.

Abstract: Provided herein is a reverse transcriptase mixture comprising a reverse transcriptase and a colored dye at a concentration in the range of 0.003%-1% (v/w). The colored dye may be visually observed during transfer of the mix from one vessel to another and addition of the mix to another mix can be confirmed by eye by observing the colored dye.