Providers & Products

We have manufacturers, suppliers and service providers from the area Bacteria and germ identification systems

1 - 6 by 6 results

ENDOZYME® II (Endotoxin test)
bioMérieux Deutschland GmbH
ENDOZYME® II GO (Endotoxin test)
bioMérieux Deutschland GmbH

1 - 3 by 3 results

Bacteria & germ identification systems

Bacteria & germ identification systems

Accurate bacterial identification is critical for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases and is also crucial for disease outbreak trace-back. Biological methods such as phenotypic and biochemical characteristics of bacteria are used for bacterial identification. However, some strains are resistant to some of these methods and can be identified through biochemical tests. To determine the type of bacterium, a gram stain or a DNA sequence is recommended.

The PCR-ESI/MS technique is useful in identifying bacteria. It has an additional advantage, particularly in epidemiological studies. The MS technology uses a microbial database, which contains sequences of different species and strains within each species. In addition, the PCR step allows partial mismatch amplification of regions that are similar to the primer binding sequence. This allows the microbial ID results to be accurate and reliable and minimizes the need for culturing. Additionally, the process allows for analysis of biological materials directly from the source.

PCR-based bacterial identification methods are highly accurate and reliable. Using this method, a clinical laboratory can identify infectious agents without having to worry about the complexities of a laboratory. Molecular techniques have improved turnaround times, but a limited number of commercially available assays make universal bacterial identification regimes a challenge. This is where a new bacterial-isolation procedure is most suitable. There are two different types of PCR-MS, which can be used to identify a variety of bacterial species.

PCR-TOF-MS is an alternative to biochemical and antigenic bacterial identification methods. These tests do not require specific primers and can be used for a wide range of microorganisms. Compared to other methods, MALDI-TOF-MS is widely applicable to all microorganisms and requires less specialized knowledge. There are two main platforms for MALDI-TOF-MS, Bruker MALDI Biotyper and Shimadzu AXIMA Microorganism Identification System. Both have similar instrumentation.

Many microorganisms have a variety of names. Some are common, but others are more obscure. It is important to distinguish between bacteria based on their color to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment. A color-coding system is helpful for comparing the different bacterial species. A bacteriologist can use a plethora of methods to identify a particular type. There are many other tests in the market that can help in identifying a certain bacterium.

While many bacteria are pathogenic, many remain in the human body. Most are normal flora bacteria, which are beneficial to human health. Only about 10% of bacteria are pathogenic. To identify these unknowns in a clinical lab, samples from the patient's skin, urine, and feces are used. These samples are tested for the presence of specific strains of microorganisms. These tests are often performed by a medical laboratory, but they may also be inaccurate for some types of infections.

The most common bacteria species are the Burkholderia cepacia complex, Bifidobacterium, and Capnocytophaga. The most common types of these organisms are commonly found in the human body and are commonly regarded as "pathogenic." These organisms cause a wide range of diseases. Infections caused by these organisms should be addressed immediately. Moreover, there are numerous other factors that can lead to the emergence of new pathogens.

The most important determinants for bacterial identification are the fatty acids, which are essential components of bacterial cell membranes. Various fatty acids are produced by different bacterial species. These fatty acids can be used to identify unknown bacterial species. Besides fatty acids, other metabolites may help differentiate between two types of bacteria. For example, a pigment is an antioxidant, a bacterium's pigments are toxic.

Several methods are available for bacterial identification. Aniline blue and calcofluor white staining are the two most common options. In addition to fatty acids, the bacteria can be identified by their secondary metabolites. For instance, certain bacterial species have anti-oxidants or pigments in their cells. Other metabolites include amino acids, fatty acids, and peptides. They are also used to identify fungi.

The accuracy of bacteria identification depends on the quality of the sample. A sample of bacteria must be accurately analyzed to determine the species. If it is a fungus, the method should be able to distinguish between two types of bacteria. If the fungus is a bacterium, then the organism is anaerobic. If it produces an acid, it will ferment sugar, which is the primary source of carbon in the human body.

Become a member of the “World Center for Medical Technology“

Become a digital exhibitor yourself in the online portal of the largest and best-known MedTech cluster region in Germany and inform the world of medical technology about your products and services as well as about news, events and career opportunities.

With an attractive online profile, we will help you to present yourself professionally on our portal as well as on Google and on social media.

Become a member
cd