MSC are delighted to announce that Microgen® Path-Chek® Hygiene Tests, for the detection of a range of bacteria (Salmonella, Listeria, and Coliforms) on work surfaces and in the processing environment, are now available from our partner Gold Standard Diagnostics.
Key Benefits of Early Detection in Foodborne Pathogens
- Early detection of foodborne pathogens in the processing and surrounding environment can help prevent outbreaks of foodborne illness and minimise the risk of product recalls.
- By monitoring surfaces, equipment and air, potential contaminants and areas of risk can be identified, and corrective actions can be taken to prevent contamination of the food.
- Detecting food pathogens such as Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes in raw and processed foods with the help of fast and sensitive technologies throughout the entire production chain is essential in order to protect consumer health.
Microgen® Path-Chek® Hygiene Tests
These Hygiene Tests are Rapid tests used for the detection of a range of bacteria (Salmonella, Listeria and Coliforms) on work surfaces and in the processing environment.
Features of Microgen® Path-Chek® Hygiene Tests
- High levels of sensitivity and specificity (<1cfu per cm2)
- Compliant with the requirements of ISO 18593:2004 (E)
- Pre-moistened swabs increase recovery from wet and dry surfaces. These also neutralise residual detergents and sanitising agents, preserving target microorganisms
The full range of Path-Chek® Hygiene Tests include:
Coliforms Test Kits
Microgen® Path-Chek® Coliforms (media only) for the rapid detection of Coliforms from work surfaces and the processing environment.
Details
- Bacteria are recovered from the surface of food manufacturing or processing equipment using a pre-moistened swab, which is capable of neutralising commonly employed detergents and sanitisers.
- The sample swab is then transferred into an organism-specific media (swabs have a conveniently located break point so that they can easily be broken off into the growth media).
- Path-Chek® Coliforms are incubated at 35-37°C for 18-24 hours If the specific target bacteria are present on the sample swabs, bacterial growth will cause the colour of the media to change.
Listeria Test Kits
Microgen® Path-Chek® Listeria (media only) for the rapid detection of Listeria from work surfaces and the processing environment.
Details
- Bacteria are recovered from the surface of food manufacturing or processing equipment using a pre-moistened swab, which is capable of neutralising commonly employed detergents and sanitisers.
- The sample swab is then transferred into an organism-specific media (swabs have a conveniently located breakpoint so that they can easily be broken off into the growth media).
- Path-Chek® Listeria are incubated at 25°C for 24-48 hours.
- If the specific target bacteria are present on the sample swabs, bacterial growth will cause the colour of the media to change.
Salmonella Test Kits
Microgen® Path-Chek® Salmonella (media only) for the rapid detection of Salmonella from work surfaces and the processing environment.
Details
- Bacteria are recovered from the surface of food manufacturing or processing equipment using a pre-moistened swab, which is capable of neutralising commonly employed detergents and sanitisers.
- The sample swab is then transferred into an organism-specific media (swabs have a conveniently located breakpoint so that they can easily be broken off into the growth media).
- Path-Chek® Salmonella are incubated at 35–37 °C for 18–24 hours.
- If the specific target bacteria are present on the sample swabs, bacterial growth will cause the colour of the media to change.
Hygiene Protein Swabs
Path-Chek Hygiene Protein Swabs is a simple, rapid and economical chemical-based test for the detection of food residues on food manufacturing surfaces after the performance of routine cleaning and sanitising procedures have been performed.
Details
- A rapid chemical-based test for the detection of invisible food residues on food manufacturing surfaces after routine cleaning and sanitising procedures have been performed. The test provides an instant result without the need for laboratory facilities or incubation.
- Does not detect bacteria, so tests for specific food-borne pathogens are recommended as complementary environmental tests.
- Economical to use as one swab has two swab heads and therefore two tests per swab (opened swabs can be stored in a zip-lock bag for up to 7 days at 2-8°C).
Microgen® Path-Chek® Swabs
Microgen® Path-Chek® Swabs are pre-moistened swabs for use in combination of the Path-Check® identification media tests.
Features Include:
- A simple, rapid and economical chemical-based test for the detection of food residues on food manufacturing surfaces after the performance of routine cleaning and sanitising procedures have been performed.
- With its pre-moistured cotton swab, it ensures preserving the integrity of the sample, as well as the correct recovery on both dry and wet surfaces after its cleaning with detergents.
Complementing with Microgen® Path-Chek® Heat-Bath
To complement this range of tests and to ensure the highest quality of results, Gold Standard Diagnostics also has the Microgen® Path-Chek® Heat-Bath.
Features of Microgen® Path-Chek® Heat-Bath
- The Path-Chek® Heat Bath is designed to maximise the quality and accuracy of Path-Chek® Hygiene System products. With its unique and compact construction, broad temperature range, and portability, it is the perfect tool for laboratory incubations (including a heating block).
The simple touchpad controls and a digital display provide for a “set and walk away” temperature selection with unrivalled accuracy (real-time temperature monitoring).
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