MBT Subtyping IVD Module

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The MBT Subtyping IVD Module combines the identification of important pathogens with automated subsequent detection of specific marker peaks, all in one workflow. The superb discriminatory power of Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization Time-Of-Flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometry allows for the accurate and fast identification of thousands of microorganism species, while powerful software automatically performs instant typing and result reporting.

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Differentiation of closely related species

Bruker’s MALDI Biotyper^®has revolutionized microorganism identification over the past decade. Its high discriminatory power allows for identification of thousands of different species, but there are some genera still difficult to differentiate. The MBT Subtyping IVD Module enables the automated detection of specific marker peaks, and provides confidence in microbial identification.

Bruker developed the MBT Subtyping IVD Module to overcome differentiation hurdles in microorganism identification, which now allows for automated differentiation of Mycobacterium chimaera from Mycobacterium intracellulare. This differentiation supports further insights into the pathogenic role of M. chimaera.

Detecting resistance markers

Antibiotic resistant bacteria are on the rise and effective prevention and control is therefore of high importance in healthcare. MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry has the potential to identify specific resistance markers, and the MBT Subtyping IVD Module provides a warning about a potential resistance. It combines the identification of important pathogens with automated subsequent detection of specific resistance markers in one automated workflow.

Available now, as an early warning system, is the quick detection of bla_KPCexpressing K. pneumoniae and E. coli, and cfiA positive/negative B. fragilis strains.