InSite Salmonella is a self-contained, ready-to-use swab test which contains a specialised liquid medium which changes from purple to yellow when Salmonella species are present in the sample and gives positive results in as early as 24h from sample collection.

A short pre-enrichment period of 6h gives the optimum and earliest detection of presumptive positive samples in the 24h period. Optional overnight or 24h pre-enrichment enables detection of such samples in 48h. The all-in-one test device eliminates the need for sample preparation materials, saving material and labour costs.

The incorporation of a large foam swab bud improves sample collection, while enabling the coverage of a large surface area for environmental surface testing. The neutralising non-selective pre-enrichment broth used enables detection for even low numbers of Salmonella. It also minimises the effect of residual sanitisers while also facilitating the recovery of stressed cells. InSite provides a proven performance for the detection of Salmonella, but with little interference from non-Salmonella bacteria.

Environmental pathogen screening, such as with InSite Salmonella, is a critical element of a comprehensive environmental monitoring program for certain food manufacturers. Not only does environmental monitoring verify a sanitation procedure is effective, it is also part of a well-designed preventive control verification program. The US Food and Drug Administration’s proposed rule for preventive controls in the Food Safety Modernisation Act suggests emphasis on environmental pathogen monitoring for food processors with significant contamination risk. Accordingly, InSite Salmonella meets the needs of food processors for a rapid, convenient, and affordable environmental pathogen screening test kit.