Traditionally, food safety laboratories performed separate tests for each pathogen, which increased costs and delayed results. Hygiena’s foodproof Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit eliminates this inefficiency by detecting both pathogens in a single test, streamlining workflows and accelerating time-to-results for infant formula producers, ingredient suppliers and environmental monitoring programs, Hygiena noted.

"At Hygiena, we are committed to delivering solutions that not only meet but exceed industry standards in food safety," said Steve Nason, CEO of Hygiena. "By introducing the foodproof Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit, we are providing manufacturers with a faster, more cost-effective and highly reliable testing method that ensures compliance and safeguards consumers. This is a significant step forward in our mission to create innovative diagnostics for a healthier world."

The foodproof Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit is validated according to the ISO 16140-2 standard by AFNOR Certification. This validation ensures high accuracy across a range of matrices, including powdered infant formula (both with and without probiotics), related production ingredients and environmental samples from manufacturing facilities.

Designed for ease of use, the foodproof Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit features a streamlined workflow that enhances stability with lyophilized reagents, reduces contamination risks and integrates seamlessly with existing laboratory systems such as the BAX System Q7. The simplified process requires minimal training, making it accessible to a broad range of laboratory personnel.

The foodproof Salmonella plus Cronobacter Detection LyoKit joins Hygiena's comprehensive suite of ISO 16140-2 validated assays, including those for Listeria spp. and L. monocytogenes, ensuring robust and reliable pathogen detection across various food matrices. Food protection is a non-negotiable priority, and our extensive validated portfolio provides manufacturers with reliable solutions that ensure compliance while protecting consumer health.