This invention provides a non-classical crRNA,
reagent, kit, and application for one-step RPA-Cas12a
nucleic acid detection. Based on classic crRNA, the non-classical crRNA shortens the 5' end by two bases and / or adjusts the stem-loop base structure to one of UCUUUU, UCUUU, UGUUU, UGUU, or UAAGU. This non-classical crRNA structure reduces the affinity of the Cas12a-crRNA complex for the target
DNA, weakens the cis-cleavage activity of Cas12a, and increases the trans-cleavage activity of Cas12a, without requiring additional base modifications. This invention achieves a
detection limit of 1 fM in the detection of Group B
Streptococcus and
Human Papillomavirus 16, with a sensitivity approximately 10-fold higher than before optimization.