Salmonella serotyping solution enhances food safety testing

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc, a leading provider of life science research and clinical diagnostics solutions, has unveiled the XP-Design Assay Salmonella Serotyping Solution. This innovative tool enables fast and accurate detection and characterisation of Salmonella species in food and environmental samples.

Salmonella is a gram-negative, rod-shaped bacterium responsible for significant foodborne illnesses. According to the US Department of Agriculture (USDA), it is the leading cause of reported foodborne infections in the US, accounting for approximately 1.4 million cases and over 400 deaths each year

Utilising real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology, Bio-Rad’s assay amplifies and identifies specific Salmonella serotypes using fluorescent probes. This molecular serotyping approach facilitates rapid response during outbreaks and supports ongoing monitoring in food processing environments.

The XP-Design Assay provides a streamlined and flexible solution for serotype identification following initial Salmonella screening. Its ready-to-use format includes serotype-specific oligonucleotides (primers and probes), ensuring high specificity while minimising cross-reactivity, resulting in reliable and reproducible results.

“With the XP-Design Salmonella Serotyping Assays, we are raising the bar for food safety testing by providing rapid and accurate solutions,” said Franck Edouard, Senior Marketing Director of Bio-Rad’s Food Science Division. “This launch reaffirms our dedication to delivering advanced tools that help detect and identify Salmonella, strengthening food safety measures and consumer protection.”

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