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Research</strong></h2> <p><span style="font-weight: 400">Quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR) is widely considered the </span><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5288344?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp1"><span style="font-weight: 400">“gold standard” for infectious disease research</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">.<sup>1</sup></span></p> <p>The technique enables small quantities of RNA or DNA to be sensitively and specifically detected through exponential amplification. With the re-emergence of SARS-CoV-2, the <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7297120/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp2">adoption of qRT-PCR-based research was relatively rapid</a>, given the existing infrastructure and foundational place in pathogen detection.<sup>2</sup></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400">As infectious disease research continues into present day, several challenges still exist. A surge in cases, driven by the highly-infectious omicron variant, has exposed </span><a href="https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2022-01-20/omicron-coronavirus-pcr-test-results-delays?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp3"><span style="font-weight: 400">major gaps in a testing capacity</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. Getting test results took days, a significant issue for starting appropriate treatments early and preventing further spread of the virus.<sup>3</sup> </span><a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7182526/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp4"><span style="font-weight: 400">These delays</span></a> <span style="font-weight: 400">were driven by the need to transport samples to centralized testing facilities, the time required to process samples and run qRT-PCR (i.e., four to eight hours), and data collection and analysis.<sup>4</sup></span></p> <p>Given these limitations and additional financial constraints, other amplification methods have arisen as more attractive alternatives to qRT-PCR. While there are several options, we’ll discuss one promising replacement method: loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP).</p> <h2><strong>What is the LAMP Assay?</strong></h2> <p>Initially developed in 2000 by <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC102748/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp5">Notomi <em>et al.</em></a>, the LAMP assay can amplify single-digit copies of a target DNA or RNA (in the case of reverse transcriptase-LAMP, or RT-LAMP) into 10<sup>9</sup> copies in under an hour.<sup>5</sup> One huge benefit of applying the <strong>LAMP assay </strong>in infectious disease research, is that diagnostics developers can utilize colorimetric results and an isothermal reaction, which requires minimal equipment. Such is the case with a wide range of LAMP-based research on pathogen detection, including many viruses, such as <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16616961/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp6">influenza</a>, <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5973574/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp7">dengue</a>, <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5973553/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp8">Chikungunya</a>, and <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32713745/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp9">Zika</a>.<sup>6-9</sup></p> <h2><strong>How Does the LAMP Assay Work?</strong></h2> <p>LAMP and RT-LAMP amplify target DNA or RNA, respectively. Four to six total primers that bind to specific regions within the target DNA or RNA sequence drive amplification in the LAMP and RT-LAMP assay. If RT-LAMP is used, reverse transcriptase is included in the reaction mix to synthesize cDNA.</p> <p>Amplification is initiated via strand invasion by the forward inner primer (FIP), which is extended by a strand displacing DNA polymerase, separating the original target DNA duplex. This first product is displaced by the extension of another forward outer primer (that binds to a target sequence upstream of the FIP), allowing it to form a loop structure, facilitated by the inclusion of a reverse complementary sequence, engineered into a the 5′ end of the FIP.</p> <p>This same annealing and displacement cycle repeats on the opposite side of the target sequence using a reverse inner primer (RIP) and a reverse outer primer (that binds to a target sequence downstream of the RIP). The resulting product forms a dumbbell structure, which contains several initiation sites for exponential amplification: From the 3’ end of the open dumbbell, FIP or RIP binding and extension, or another set of forward and reverse primers that bind within the loop. Amplification at these sites results in long concatemeric, double-stranded DNA structures. This rapid and exponential accumulation of double-stranded DNA can then be detected using fluorescent or colorimetric readouts, measured using a plate reader or by eye, respectively.</p> <h2><strong>Advantages and Disadvantages of the LAMP Assay vs. PCR</strong></h2> <p>qRT-PCR has been the go-to method for pathogen detection as it provides highly selective and specific amplification of small amounts of template. Additional PCR-based techniques that improve the specificity of qRT-PCR have been developed more recently. Yet, as mentioned above, the accuracy of qRT-PCR comes at a cost: Equipment that combines temperature cycling (for the iterative cycling of denaturing, annealing, and extension) and an optical unit that can measure amplification is required. Technical prowess and time are also needed to run the assay.</p> <p>In the areas where qRT-PCR is deficient, LAMP and RT-LAMP excel. First, the LAMP assay can be done quickly and at a constant temperature (RT-LAMP too!) without specialized instrumentation. Second, its amplification efficiency is high, even with low inputs of DNA or RNA. And lastly, its simplicity makes it cost-effective: There is no need for expensive equipment, trained personnel, or even nucleic acid extraction. The reaction is insensitive to many common PCR inhibitors, and crude samples can be readily assayed. DNA amplification can be easily detected using a pH indicator or intercalating fluorescent dye.</p> <p>LAMP and RT-LAMP have a few challenges to overcome. For one, the design for LAMP method development is complicated and can require significant effort to optimize a workflow. In addition, because the amplified double-stranded DNA is complex, the resulting product can’t be used for any additional downstream analysis (i.e., cloning or sequencing). The most significant drawback is that LAMP is not as well vetted as PCR-based assays, making it challenging to design and implement LAMP workflows.</p> <p><img decoding="async" class="aligncenter wp-image-1529 size-large" src="https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/PG2351-PJT7722-COL116180-EP2-NPI-Midnight-Oil-Banner-Product-GLOBAL-F_Social-2-1200x628_0000_Layer-3-1024x536.jpg" alt="Colorimetric ReadiLAMP Kit for SARS-CoV-2 Detection " width="760" height="398" srcset="https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/PG2351-PJT7722-COL116180-EP2-NPI-Midnight-Oil-Banner-Product-GLOBAL-F_Social-2-1200x628_0000_Layer-3-1024x536.jpg 1024w, https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/PG2351-PJT7722-COL116180-EP2-NPI-Midnight-Oil-Banner-Product-GLOBAL-F_Social-2-1200x628_0000_Layer-3-300x157.jpg 300w, https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/PG2351-PJT7722-COL116180-EP2-NPI-Midnight-Oil-Banner-Product-GLOBAL-F_Social-2-1200x628_0000_Layer-3-768x402.jpg 768w, https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/PG2351-PJT7722-COL116180-EP2-NPI-Midnight-Oil-Banner-Product-GLOBAL-F_Social-2-1200x628_0000_Layer-3.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 760px) 100vw, 760px" /></p> <h2><strong>LAMP Assays and SARS-CoV-2 research</strong></h2> <p>Since the beginning of the SARS-CoV-2 outbreak, several publications declaring the successful development of RT-LAMP assays for SARS-CoV-2 detection research have been published.<sup>10-13</sup> <a href="https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/scitranslmed.abc7075?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp10">Dao Thi <em>et al</em>.</a> developed an assay that targets the <em>N </em>gene and has excellent sensitivity (97.5%) and specificity (99.7%). Purified viral RNA serves as the template, but crude swab samples can also be used, though it reduces the sensitivity (86%).<sup>10</sup> The assay included phenol red for an easy colorimetric readout of positive tests at 30 minutes. <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7144850/?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp11">Yan <em>et al</em>.</a> developed RT-LAMP assays for the <em>orf1ab</em> and <em>S</em> genes with similar sensitivity, specificity, and reaction time.<sup>11 </sup>More recently, <a href="https://www.thelancet.com/journals/ebiom/article/PIIS2352-3964(21)00530-2/fulltext?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp12">Huang <em>et al</em>.</a> developed a bioinformatics algorithm for accurate RT-LAMP primer design and developed a highly-sensitive assay, detecting SARS-CoV-2 titers between 10 to 100,000 copies/µl in crude saliva, comparable with commercially-available qRT-PCR assays.<sup>13</sup></p> <p>Thermo Fisher Scientific has developed and optimized a simple, intuitive, rapid kit for SARS-CoV-2 detection research, the <a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/dna-rna-purification-analysis/sars-cov-2/colorimetric-readilamp-sars-cov-2-kit.html?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp13">Colorimetric ReadiLAMP™ Kit</a>. Purified viral RNA or saliva/swab samples can be quickly assayed, visually or using a plate reader, in a <a href="https://assets.thermofisher.com/TFS-Assets/BID/Application-Notes/sars-cov-2-colorimetric-readilamp-kit-app-note.pdf?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp14">low- or high-throughput workflow</a>.<sup>14</sup></p> <p><img decoding="async" class="wp-image-1530 aligncenter" src="https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/Picture1.png" alt="" width="488" height="264" srcset="https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/Picture1.png 977w, https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/Picture1-300x162.png 300w, https://www.thermofisher.com/blog/life-in-the-lab/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2022/06/Picture1-768x416.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 488px) 100vw, 488px" /></p> <p> </p> <p style="text-align: center"><a href="https://players.brightcove.net/3663210762001/XCI1AMd08_default/index.html?videoId=6293232597001?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp15">Introducing the Invitrogen Colorimetric ReadiLAMP kit, Sars-CoV-2</a></p> <p style="text-align: left">Introducing the Invitrogen Colorimetric ReadiLAMP kit, Sars-CoV-2 available in 100 or 1,000 reactions. The kit is easy to use and compatible with multiple sample types including saliva, nasal swabs, preserved saliva.</p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400">Colorimetric kits have simple protocols for use and display clearly defined results. Find out more about how our sensitive LAMP assay can streamline and simplify your SARS-CoV-2 surveillance efforts by visiting the resource section for </span><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/dna-rna-purification-analysis/sars-cov-2/colorimetric-readilamp-sars-cov-2-kit.html#resources?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp16"><span style="font-weight: 400">Colorimetric ReadiLAMP application notes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">.</span></p> <p>For other related products see below:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/dna-rna-purification-analysis/automated-purification-extraction/kingfisher-systems/models/kingfisher-apex.html?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp17">KingFisher Apex System</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/dna-rna-purification-analysis/viral-rna-dna-purification/purelink-96-viral-rna-dna-kit-and-mini-kit.html?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp18">PureLink Viral RNA and DNA Mini</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.fishersci.com/shop/products/myblock-mini-digital-dry-bath/501954403?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp19">MyBlock Mini Digital Dry Bath w /heated lids</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/4375786#/4375786?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp20">Veriti 96-Well Thermal Cycler</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/A37834#/A37834?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp21">MiniAmp Thermal Cycler</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/A24811#/A24811?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp22">SimpliAmp Thermal Cycler</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/A48383#/A48383?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp23">MagMAX Viral/Pathogen II (MVP II) Nucleic Acid Isolation Kit</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/life-science/dna-rna-purification-analysis/sample-collection/specimax-saliva-collection-kit.html?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp24">Specimax Saliva Collection Kits</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/us/en/home/brands/thermo-scientific/molecular-biology/thermo-scientific-pcr/thermo-scientific-plastics-consumables/96-well-plates.html?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp26">96-Well Plates</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/AB0264W#/AB0264W?bid_sap_cdx_r01_co_cp1434_pjt7722_COL116180_0so_blg_op_awa_kt_s00_lamp27">8 Stripe tubes</a></li> </ul> <p><em>This article is for Research Use Only. 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