Microgen™ Staph ID – A New Identification System
In response to the need for an accurate, easy-to-use and cost effective identification system for medically important Staphylococci, Microgen
Bioproducts announces the release of Microgenâ„¢ Staph ID.
The Microgenâ„¢ Staph ID identifies all species of Staphylococcus related to humans, both as commensals, opportunistic pathogens, and
established pathogens. The kit may also be used to identify species of environmental and animal health significance. The Microgenâ„¢ Staph ID test panel consists of 13 biochemical tests specifically formulated to identify the target group of organisms. When used in conjunction with a coagulase or Staphylococcal latex agglutination test, these test panels provide identification of Staphylococci within 24 hours of inoculation. The interpretation of results is provided with an easy-to-use computer database employing up-to-date taxonomy. Regular updates to the software are available at no charge for customers registered as software users. Each kit contains sufficient test panels for 20 identifications.
The Microgenâ„¢ Staph ID is quick to set up and simple to read, providing a very effective means of identifying these organisms which are often simply classified as Coagulase Negative Staphylococci because existing methods are both laborious and expensive.
This is the latest addition to the family of innovative Microgen ID systems including Gram Negative Bacilli, Listeria spp and Bacillus spp. Staphylococci can cause many forms of infection from superficial skin lesions to deep seated infections such as endocarditis. Staphylococcus species are a major cause of nosocomial infections and coagulase negative Staphylococci are increasingly associated with indwelling medical devices.
For more information contact Vital Diagnostics. Email info@vitaldiagnostics.com.
Website: www.vitaldiagnostics.com.
