Listeria Facts

 

• In 2016, 30 countries reported 2,555 confirmed listeriosis cases in the EU/EEA.
• The EU/EEA notification rate was 0.47 cases per 100,000 population.
• The highest rates were detected in infants below one year of age and among elderly people over 64 years of age (1.3 and 1.6 cases per 100,000 population respectively).
• The listeriosis notification rate in the EU/EEA shows an increasing trend.

 

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Microgen Listeria latex test

A rapid test to identify and confirm Listeria spp from colonies to selective media. Identification confirmed within 2 minutes. Easy to use. High sensitivity and specificity.

Microgen Listeria-ID

A complete identification system, no additional materials required. Substrates included conform to all international standards. Enhanced built-in haemolysis test— no additional tests required. AOAC—RI validated CMMAS Assessed and Approved

 

genesig® Listeria monocytogenes qPCR Pathogen Detection Kit

Exceptional value for money Rapid detection of all clinically relevant subtypes Positive copy number standard curve for quantification Highly specific detection profile High priming efficiency Broad dynamic detection range (>6 logs) Sensitive to < 100 copies of target Accurate controls to confirm findings

 

Path-Chek® Hygiene Listeria swab system

High levels of sensitivity (<1cfu per cm2) and specificity Compliant with the requirements of ISO 18593:2004 (E) Pre-moistened swabs increase recovery from wet and dry surfaces. neutralises residual detergents and sanitising agents, preserving target microorganisms