Avam® FoodTrace™ Escherichia coli O157:H7 PCR Assay

Detect E. coli O157:H7 in food and environmental samples with the Avam® FoodTrace™ Escherichia coli O157:H7 PCR Assay, offering reliable and rapid results for food safety testing.

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Product Description

The Avam® FoodTrace™ Escherichia coli O157:H7 PCR Assay provides a targeted solution for detecting E. coli O157:H7, a significant cause of foodborne outbreaks worldwide. Leveraging real-time PCR technology, the assay ensures highly sensitive and specific results in under two hours, empowering food safety laboratories to act quickly and effectively.

Validated for various food matrices, including raw and processed meats, produce, and dairy, the Avam® FoodTrace™ E. coli O157:H7 PCR Assay simplifies pathogen detection workflows. Its user-friendly design, minimal preparation steps, and compatibility with high-throughput systems make it ideal for routine quality control and regulatory compliance testing.

Applications

● Detection of E. coli O157:H7 in meats, produce, and dairy products.
● Environmental monitoring in food production and processing facilities.
● Regulatory compliance testing for foodborne pathogens.
● Outbreak investigations involving E. coli O157:H7 contamination.

Technical Details

Target Organism: Escherichia coli O157:H7
Sample Types: Meats, produce, dairy, environmental swabs
Detection Method: Real-time PCR (qPCR)
Time to Results: < 2 hours
Sensitivity: Detects contamination at trace levels
Specificity: Specific to E. coli O157:H7 with no cross-reactivity
Storage Conditions: 2–8°C
Shelf Life: 12 months
Regulatory Approvals: AOAC and ISO validated

FAQs

Can the assay be used for water testing?

While optimized for food and environmental samples, it may also be applied to water testing with validation.

Is this assay suitable for high-throughput labs?

Yes, it is designed for compatibility with high-throughput workflows.

How does the assay maintain specificity for E. coli O157:H7?

It uses primers and probes targeting specific genetic regions of E. coli O157:H7.

Is the assay validated for all dairy products?

It is validated for common dairy matrices like milk and cheese. Additional matrices may require in-house validation.

Product Quantity

Pack of 96

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