Product Description
How the Test Works
The RapidChek® immunoassay employs a unique combination of anti-pathogen antibodies and colloidal gold conjugate coated on the surface of a membrane. The RapidChek® assay can be used in combination with a proprietary RapidChek® enrichment media broth for a rapid 8-hour result for a 25 g sample or 10-hour and 12-hour rapid result for 375 g samples. A second protocol using a standard 15-hour enrichment in modified TSB broth plus novobiocin is also available. After suitable enrichment, the sample broth is transferred to a test tube and a test strip is inserted into the tube. No heat treatment is required. Within 10 minutes you have a result. One line means the sample is negative, two lines mean it’s positive. It is the fastest definite negative result. A control line is built into the lateral flow strip so you know the test has worked. The test kits are stored at room temperature.
Applications
RapidChek® E. coli O157 (Including H7) has been designed to detect the pathogen in meat, dairy, and plant products.
Validations
The method is AOAC approved for use in ground beef and boneless beef trim.
Confirmation
Presumptive positive results must be confirmed by a cultural reference method (USDA MLG or other applicable method). Enriched media samples used in the test procedure can be used for confirmation.
Fast & Simple Procedure
- Same day Results
- Simplified media preparation
- Minimal training
- No additional equipment
Easy Resource Management
- High scalability
- Kit storage at room temperature
- Long shelf life
Reliable Results
- AOAC approved
