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Testing for Sudden Oak Death
- Pathotest Immunostrip Test
Disclaimer: Mention of any company, trade name, or commercial product does not constitute endorsement by the University of
California or
recommendation for use. Always follow the manufacturer's directions, restrictions, and precautions on the product label.
We use a commerically available, EIA-based Phytophthora assay formatted for ease of use and rapid results. This method can be used in the field, with very
little preparation, and the
results can be
available in as little as 30min.
Manufacturer's Page.
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The assay comes as a complete kit and requires no additional equipment. Sample leaves are placed in the supplied sample extraction bag. The extraction bag contains a mesh lining and
the leaves are macerated by rubbing with the back of a marker pen.
User's Guide pdf
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The extraction solution is already provided in the bag. The liquid in the bag will turn brown or green depending on the condition of the leaves. The
sample end of the immunostrip is
inserted into the channel portion of the extraction bag.
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The extracted leaf material automatically flows up into the immunostrip. The format is similar to home pregnancy test kits. One red line indicates a negative
test and two
lines indicate a positive test for Phytophthora. Positive results
may be visible within 5 min but may take as long as 30min.
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Pros and Cons of the Immunostrip method:
Pro:
- Very use to use.
- Inexpensive compared to PCR.
- No special equipment required.
- Results available immediately.
Con:
- Faint positives may be difficult to interpret.
- Cross reacts with other Phytophthoras (false positive for SOD) and the results need to be
interpreted with caution, preferably by someone with expertise in the
field.
Jump to Other SOD Diagnostic Methods:
Immunostrips
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Culturing
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EIA Analysis
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PCR Analysis
The UC Berkeley Forest Pathology and Mycology Laboratory does not provide a SOD testing service. For information on SOD testing please visit
www.suddenoakdeath.org
This activity possible thanks to funding from:
USDA Forest Service, State and Private Forestry
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation
Agdia, Inc. http://www.agdia.com
Disclaimer: Mention of any company, trade name, or commercial product does not constitute endorsement by the University of
California or
recommendation for use.
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