Overview
Replication competent lentivirus (RCL) testing is a critical quality control step in lentiviral vector manufacturing for cell and gene therapy applications. The Vericheck QX700 ddPCR Replication Competent Lentivirus Kit is a Droplet Digital PCR–based solution designed for rapid, sensitive, and specific detection of viral replication genes that may indicate the presence of RCL. By combining absolute quantification with a streamlined workflow and automated data analysis, the kit helps reduce turnaround time compared with traditional cell culture–based methods while supporting efficient in-house testing on the QX700 ddPCR System.*
Features & Benefits
Fast turnaround time
- Delivers results in as little as 8 hours, enabling faster decision-making than traditional cell culture–based RCL testing workflows
High sensitivity and specific detection
- Provides sensitive detection of replication competent lentivirus with a limit of detection of 0.35 copies/b5L, supporting low-level measurements in manufacturing samples
- Detects viral replication genes with high specificity, helping identify potential RCL events during lentiviral vector production
Validated, reproducible workflow
- Fully validated kit includes positive and internal controls to support simplified setup, automated data analysis, and consistent interpretation of results
- Delivers reproducible performance with low variability across lots, users, plates, and instruments, supporting robust QC workflows
- Flexible ddPCR workflow supports multiple samples per run on the QX700 System, improving in-house testing efficiency
Applications & Uses
- Perform in-house testing for replication competent lentivirus during lentiviral vector manufacturing
- Monitor manufacturing samples for viral replication genes that may indicate potential RCL formation
- Support quality control, process development, and safety testing throughout manufacturing and production
*For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Equipment
This kit requires the use of one of the following instruments: