Avam® FoodTrace™ Cronobacter Species PCR Assay

Detect Cronobacter species in powdered infant formula and production environments quickly and accurately with the Avam® FoodTrace™ Cronobacter PCR Assay.

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Product Description

The Avam® FoodTrace™ Cronobacter Species PCR Assay is a precise molecular diagnostic tool for detecting Cronobacter species, a critical pathogen in powdered infant formula and other dry food products. Leveraging advanced qPCR technology, the assay ensures rapid detection, delivering results in under two hours while maintaining high sensitivity and specificity.

Designed for ease of use, this assay supports high-throughput workflows and minimizes hands-on time, making it a reliable choice for food safety laboratories. It is validated for a range of dry and powdered food matrices, as well as environmental swabs, ensuring regulatory compliance and proactive pathogen control in infant formula production facilities.

Applications

● Detection of Cronobacter in powdered infant formula and dry food products.
● Environmental monitoring in infant formula production facilities.
● Regulatory compliance testing for Cronobacter.
● Pathogen screening during outbreak investigations.

Technical Details

Target Organism: Cronobacter species
Sample Types: Powdered infant formula, dry foods, environmental swabs
Detection Method: Real-time PCR (qPCR)
Time to Results: < 2 hours
Sensitivity: Detects contamination at low levels
Specificity: No cross-reactivity with non-Cronobacter bacteria
Storage Conditions: 2–8°C
Shelf Life: 12 months
Regulatory Approvals: AOAC and ISO validated

FAQs

What food products are validated for this assay?

The assay is validated for powdered infant formula, dry foods, and environmental swabs.

How does the assay address regulatory requirements for Cronobacter testing?

It complies with AOAC and ISO standards, meeting global regulatory requirements.

Is the assay compatible with automated workflows?

Yes, its streamlined protocol is suitable for automation in high-throughput laboratories.

Can this assay differentiate between Cronobacter species?

No, it detects all Cronobacter species as a group without differentiation.

Product Quantity

Pack of 96

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