63.9 10 114

37.3 30 210

84.8 15 192

37.1 20 60

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iQ-Check

BAX

VIDAS

3MMDA2

Comparing time-to-results in Salmonella detection3M study: Labour time, sample lysis/incubation steps and instrument run time needed for the 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Salmonella and three of its competitors in 96 food samples.*

Comparison of time to result

1.7 2.5 2.6times faster than iQ-Check

times faster than BAX

times faster than VIDAS

The 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Salmonella provided the fastest time to result:

Total time (including labour) saved to complete 10,000 tests with the 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Salmonella

• Bio-Rad iQ-Check® Salmonella II PCR Kit”; “DuPontTM BAX® Salmonella 2 PCR Assay”; bioMérieux VIDAS® UP Salmonella (SPT)• The capacity of a single VIDAS® instrument capacity is 30 samples. Results stated in the table correspond to the added labor time needed to perform 96 tests. • Up to two additional hours may be required for all methods to include sample preparation.• Study conducted by a third-party ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory.* 3M and Q Laboratories (2016) Comparison of Four Rapid Pathogen Detection Platforms and the Impact on Technician Labor Time and Time to Result.

Sample lysis/incubation timeLabour time Instrument run time

€ $£

¥$

132hours

287hours

312hours

faster than iQ-Check

faster than BAX

faster than VIDAS

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EFFICIENCY

Testing for foodborne pathogensAmplifying your efficiencyAccurate testing of pathogens is critical, but can be complex and time-consuming. Today’s food processors confront countless competitive and economic pressures and need to cut testing time and release products faster. The 3M™ Molecular Detection System improves throughput in the lab process via faster results, automated efficiency, easier training and less chance for human error.

Optimised pathogen testingFewer steps, less human error

Frees time for technicians to be productive elsewhere

Empowers better, quicker decision-making

Saves operational costs

Enables products to be shipped sooner, reducing storage burdens and maximising shelf life

Identifies contamination sources sooner, preventing recalls

The 3M Molecular Detection SystemSimplify your pathogen testing. Amplify your confidence.

The 3M Molecular Detection System is an accurate, reliable way to keep your process running with high speed and efficiency. Save time and labour costs, increase productivity and release products more quickly. All while protecting your business – and your bottom-line.

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simple protocol for all tests

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sample capacity for high-throughput

third-party scientific validations across the range

colour process control for increased confidence

pathogen tests that can be run simultaneously

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References1 3M™ Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Salmonella Product Instructions.2 DuPont™ BAX® System Standard PCR Assay Salmonella 2 Instructions for use.3 Bio-Rad iQ-Check® Salmonella II Kit. User Guide. Test for real-time PCR

detection of Salmonella spp. in food, animal feed and environmental samples.4 bioMérieux VIDAS® SPT Salmonella. Instructions for use.5 3M and Q Laboratories (2016) Comparison of Four Rapid Pathogen Detection

Platforms and the Impact on Technician Labor Time and Time to Result. Available online at 3M.com/foodsafety/MDA2Efficiency