FAQ

What does the BACTEROMIC system include?

The BACTEROMIC system consists of 3 components (Filling Device , Analyzer, and Interpreter) and is used with BACTEROMIC Panel UNI 2.0 and accessory BACTEROMIC Syringe Plug.

What is the intended use of BACTEROMIC system?

BACTEROMIC system is intended to be used with bacteria isolates and positive blood cultures.

Is it possible to perform the test from the sample taken directly from the patient?

The test can be prepared from an isolated bacterial monoculture or positive blood culture.

Do you meet EUCAST and/or CLSI requirements?

The BACTEROMIC system complies with EUCAST/CLSI requirements.

What is the results time?

The BACTEROMIC system, according to specifications, generates a result in 16 hours after the panel is loaded by the analyzer.

The expected result time for Rapid UNI Panel and BSI Panel is 6 to 8 hours.

What number of panels can be tested parallel in the analyzer?

The maximum number of panels for simultaneous testing is 60. Panels can be added to the analyzer at any time (so-called “random access”).

Can the analyzer simultaneously test panels with different types of samples?

Yes, the analyzer can test different types of panels in parallel, including by the type of sample used.

Is it always necessary to add 10 panels (full rack) to the filling device / analyzer?

Panels can be added to the filling device or analyzer even individually, the only limitation of a single batch is the capacity of the rack – up to 10 panels. In addition, the system has so-called “random access” – panels can be placed at different numbers and intervals. This does not affect the process, as well as the time of the result of analyses conducted on previously added panels, until the maximum capacity of the analyzer – 60 panels – is reached.

Does BACTEROMIC offer separate panels for G+ and G- bacteria?

Thanks to the use of microfluidics, BACTEROMIC panels offer the largest information capacity on the market, allowing up to dozens of antibiotics to be placed and a patient sample to be tested regardless of the type of bacteria. Thus, it does not require creating separate products for G+ as well as G- bacteria, both types can be tested using one BACTEROMIC Panel.

What are the antibiotic concentration ranges and resistance mechanisms detected?

The antibiotic concentration ranges and detected resistance mechanisms are listed for each panel in the Instruction for Use.

How is the preparation of one panel, is the identification of microorganisms required before starting the test?

Identification of microorganisms is not required before starting the test. Identification should be performed according to the guidelines of the laboratory and entered into the BACTEROMIC system before the result is generated.

Sample preparation from bacterial isolates involves preparing an appropriate 0.5 McFarland suspension, followed by a single dilution in culture medium.

Sample preparation from positive blood cultures involves a single dilution in medium.

Does the BACTEROMIC technology provide identification?

The BACTEROMIC system specializes in antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

Do you offer Mueller Hinton II Broth with the system? If not, are there any special requirements?

A list of tested substrates is provided with the product. Currently, we do not have a Mueller Hinton II Broth available.

What are the panel storing conditions?

The panel should be stored at 2-8 °C.

Can the BACTEROMIC equipment and software be integrated with a facility’s information system?

The BACTEROMIC system has the ability to connect to the facility’s information systems (Laboratory Information System – LIS).

How often is the BACTEROMIC system updated?

The system is updated annually, about 1-2 months after new MIC breakpoints are announced.

Do you provide post market service?

Yes, the company provides post-market service under warranty.