Pathogen Detection
Protect public health with our highly sensitive pathogen detection methods, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
Traditional culture-based methods
Traditional culture-based methods involve growing microorganisms in a controlled environment, using agar plates, liquid broths and biochemical reactions, to isolate and identify pathogens. These NATA accredited methods are extremely effective but typically require time for results, as the pathogens need to be cultured and identified through observation or biochemical testing.
Tests include:
- Traditional culture-based methods
- PCR-based rapid pathogen screening (available through ARRL if required)
PCR Pathogen Detection (Available through ARRL if Required)
Our advanced Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) testing offers rapid and highly sensitive detection of foodborne pathogens, providing faster results than traditional
Detects:
- Salmonella
- Listeria
- Listeria Monocytogenes
- Coagulase positive Staphylococcus
- Clostridium Perfringens
- Faster results for urgent safety concerns
- Enhanced sensitivity and specificity
Frequently asked questions
PCR testing provides faster, more sensitive, and highly specific results, allowing for quicker response times in detecting foodborne pathogens and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Our pathogen detection services identify harmful microorganisms, including Salmonella, Listeria, Listeria monocytogenes, Coagulase positive Staphylococcus, and Clostridium perfringens.
Turnaround times vary based on the testing method, but PCR-based detection (available through ARRL if required) delivers faster results compared to traditional culture-based methods, making it ideal for urgent safety concerns.