Introduction:
In the quest for food safety and the well-being of the people, cutting-edge technology has become the beacon guiding the way. The Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research, armed with Unicorn’s AccuONE-200 Digital PCR platform, embarked on an ambitious mission: to utilize the power of digital PCR for the comprehensive detection of probiotics, pathogenic bacteria, and other microorganisms. This groundbreaking collaboration is reshaping the landscape of food safety and health assurance.
A Transformative Partnership
The Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research recognized the significance of leveraging advanced biotechnology to address the diverse “one-tube” detection needs in the realm of probiotics, pathogenic bacteria, and microorganisms. Unicorn’s AccuONE-200 Digital PCR system emerged as the catalyst for this transformative partnership, offering features that were tailor-made for the task at hand.
Features of AccuONE-200 Digital PCR
AccuONE-200, Unicorn’s flagship Digital PCR system, presented a spectrum of features ideally suited to the project:
- Absolute Quantitative Performance: AccuONE-200’s digital PCR technology provided unrivaled accuracy in quantifying genetic materials, rendering it indispensable for the precise assessment of microorganism concentrations. This capability allows for direct interpretation by the endpoint method, eliminating the need for standard curves, simplifying the analytical process significantly.
- Multiplexing Capabilities: The system’s multiplexing capabilities enabled the simultaneous detection of multiple microorganism targets, a pivotal feature when dealing with a diverse array of probiotics and pathogenic bacteria.
- Sensitivity Beyond Compare: AccuONE-200’s sensitivity is unmatched, with the ability to detect single copies of genetic material, making it particularly suitable for low-concentration samples.
- Stability in the Face of Challenges: The system’s resilience is a standout feature. It remains unswayed by inhibitory factors and variations in amplification efficiency, ensuring the reliability of results in a variety of conditions.
These features collectively redefine the landscape of microorganism detection, making AccuONE-200 the ultimate choice for precision testing and quality control in the field of food safety and health assurance.
A Comprehensive Approach to Food Safety
The scope of the project encompassed an impressive array of probiotics and pathogenic bacteria, including Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM, Bifidobacterium lactis HN019, Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04, Bifidobacterium lactis B420, Lactobacillus plantarum Lp-115, Lactobacillus paracasei Lpc-37, as well as pathogenic bacteria such as Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, and E. coli.
Impactful Results
The Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research, with the aid of AccuONE-200, achieved groundbreaking results. The digital PCR system’s absolute quantitative performance enabled the precise measurement of microorganism concentrations, providing critical data for quality assurance in food production.
The system’s multiplexing capabilities allowed for the simultaneous detection of multiple microorganism targets, streamlining the testing process and significantly enhancing efficiency.
A Brighter Future for Food Safety and Health
The Shanghai Institute of Quality Inspection and Technical Research’s journey with Unicorn’s AccuONE-200 Digital PCR system signifies a promising future for food safety and health assurance. This transformative partnership showcases the power of digital PCR in the realm of microorganism detection, offering a path to safer and healthier food products for the people.
In the world of probiotics, pathogenic bacteria, and microorganisms, AccuONE-200 Digital PCR has proven to be an invaluable tool, opening new horizons for precision testing and quality control. This success story serves as an inspiring testament to the potential of advanced biotechnology in ensuring the safety and well-being of the global population.
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