We are please to announce the commercialization of a new ELISA assay for detection of Vip3A protein expressed in transgenic corn, event MIR162 developed by Syngenta Seeds, Inc. (SYN-IR162-4). This protein confers resistance to feeding damage caused by lepidopteran insects by selectively damaging their midgut.

The Vip3A ELISA was specifically developed and validated for trait confirmation testing of seed lots using either individual kernels or leaf material. The assay is sensitive enough to detect 1 Vip3A kernel in 100 negative kernels (1%).

The Agdia Vip3A ELISA is a complete kit, including antibody-coated microtiter plates, enzyme conjugate, positive control, and extraction/wash buffers.  Consistent with other ELISA assays in Agdia’s trait testing portfolio, the Vip3A protocol was designed with high-throughput testing and ease-of-use in mind. Utilizing a common extraction process and short incubation steps the entire test is completed in less than 2 hours.

The Vip3A ^{ELISA complete kit (code: PSP83500)} is ready for immediate sale and complements Agdia-Emea’s comprehensive portfolio of validated, easy-to-use ImmunoStrips for identifying transgenic traits.

For more information about this test, please contact us:

Email to: info@agdia-emea.com

Phone: ++ 33 (0) 1 60 78 81 64