Agdia, Inc. Develops Highly Sensitive and Rapid Test for Citrus Greening

Agdia, Inc., a leading provider of agricultural diagnostic tests and services, has developed a sensitive and specific test capable of detecting Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus, a causal agent of citrus greening (also known as Huanglongbing or HLB). The company’s Citrus Greening in-house testing services, which use AmplifyRP® technology, are available immediately for clients worldwide.

One of the key benefits of AmplifyRP is its ability to acquire a highly sensitive and specific result much faster than standard DNA testing technologies such as PCR. Sensitivity and specificity of this test are comparable to PCR, yet results can be achieved in only minutes with AmplifyRP compared to several hours with PCR. This enables Agdia to report results to customers quickly so that they may make management decisions sooner. In the case of AmplifyRP, results will typically be reported back to the customer in 24 to 48 hours from receipt of samples.

A leading provider of diagnostic solutions for agriculture, Agdia, Inc. has been serving plant breeders, propagators, growers, universities, and private testing laboratories since 1981. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of validated, easy-to-use diagnostics for identifying plant pathogens, hormones, and transgenic traits, as well as in-house testing services.

For instructions on how to send samples to Agdia for testing, USDA permit packets, or additional information on AmplifyRP for Citrus Greening, visit the company’s website at www.agdia.com, e-mail info@agdia.com, phone 1-574-264-2615 (toll-free 1-800-622-4342) or fax 1-574-264-2153.