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Rapid DNA Meat Species Test Developed

Chinese researchers have  developed a very rapid (30 mins) DNA test that can detect multiple meat species including duck, chicken, cow, sheep and pig, which is easier, and requires less equipment than other techniques.  The method is based on recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) – a rapid alternative to PCR developed by UK biotech TwistDx Ltd  combined with the nucleic acid stain SYBR green I produced by Life Technologies’ Molecular Probes subsidiary to visualise the results, and is carried out in a water bath at 37 degrees C. The method was able to detect 1 per cent pork adulteration in mutton or beef, and could also differentiate species in boiled, microwaved, pressure-cooked or fried meat samples.

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