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Rapid Bacterial Detection with the Sirius L Tube Luminometer
Rapid Bacterial Detection with the Sirius L Tube Luminometer
26 Nov 2015Over recent years, there has been a growing need for methods for the rapid detection of bacteria, particularly for applications such as hygiene and environmental monitoring. For such applications, results are required quickly, using simple methods that can be adapted for in situ analysis. This application note demonstrates a rapid, simple and sensitive bioluminescence assay that allows detection of bacteria in as little as 15 minutes.
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MicrobiologyMicrobiology is the study of microorganisms including protists, prokaryotes, fungi, and, often, viruses. Microorganisms are a useful research tool as genetic vectors and, in immunology, for antibiotic susceptibility testing, cellular biology and genetics. Microorganisms commonly grow readily in incubators with microbial culture media; this can contain chromogenic supplements to differentiate between cell lines. Estimate your culture’s density of microorganisms with colony counters, or screen and select colonies for desirable clones with automated colony pickers. Additionally, equipment is available to monitor environments for the presence of microbes and identify with microbial identification instruments. Find the best microbiology products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Cell-Based AssaysCell-based assays are used to monitor the presence, quantity and activities of a desired cellular analyte including drug molecules or biomarkers. This can reveal information on cell health (apoptosis, cytotoxicity, viability and proliferation assays), cell metabolism, cell migration and cell signaling mechanisms. Find the best cell-based assay products, kits and equipment with our peer reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receiving pricing direct from manufacturers.Environmental Monitoring and TestingEnvironmental monitoring and testing uses handheld portable analyzers, kits, spectrometers or chromatography systems for air, water, soil, food and other sample testing. Useful features of analyzers such as BOD and COD include portability, easy calibration, automation and sensitivity. Environmental test kits for pH, water, moisture, etc, should be accurate, sensitive, reliable, fast and easy to use.BioluminescenceAssay DevelopmentThe process of proving an assay to be sensitive with respect to the target is known as assay development. The assay should be able to characterize novel compounds and measure the potency of these compounds against a validated biological target.Environmental AnalysisEnvironmental analysis describes a variety of tests that determine the effect of chemicals, processes and particulates such as persistent organic pollutants (POPs) have on the environment.Bacterial DetectionBacterial detection uses methods such as cell culture, microscopy, and biochemical assays to identify harmful or beneficial bacteria based on their morphological and metabolic charactersistics. These techniques support disease diagnostics, food safety, and microbial research. Explore bacterial detection systems, kits, and consumables in our directory to compare products and read reviews.