Specifications:
Application | Microbial Identification/AST | ||
Storage Temperature | 2-8°C | ||
Product Type | Microbial ID System | Forms | Kit with Various components |
Product Brand | Thermo Fisher Scientific™, Remel | ||
Product Grade | Microbiology grade | ||
Rapid Identification of Corynebacterium and Gram-Positive Coryneform Bacilli
The RapID™ CB PLUS System from Thermo Scientific™ is a rapid enzyme-based identification system designed to accurately detect and differentiate Corynebacterium species and other gram-positive coryneform bacilli. This qualitative micromethod leverages chromogenic and conventional enzyme substrates to deliver clear, reliable results in just four hours, streamlining diagnostic workflows in microbiology laboratories.
Key Features
- Fast Turnaround: Achieve organism identification in only 4 hours
- Simple Workflow: One-step inoculation with no pipetting, oil overlays, or 24-hour incubation
- Colorimetric Clarity: Easily interpretable color changes in wells reduce result ambiguity
- Comprehensive Coverage: Identifies medically important coryneform bacteria and related species
- Efficient Format: Reduced materials usage and quick setup improve lab productivity
- Reliable Interpretation: Use ERIC™ software or Code Compendium to determine results
- CE Marked: Approved for professional in vitro diagnostic use in compliant regions
System Functionality
Each test panel is composed of a clear plastic tray with multiple wells containing enzyme-impregnated substrates. A suspension of the test isolate in RapID Inoculation Fluid (R8325106) is inoculated into each well in a single step. After a four-hour incubation, wells are examined for color changes. In some cases, RapID Spot Indole (R8309002) is added to enhance endpoint visibility. The resulting profile of positive and negative reactions is then matched to an identification database or interpreted via ERIC™ software.
Applications
- Clinical Microbiology: Identification of Corynebacterium spp. and diphtheroid-like organisms
- Diagnostic Laboratories: Detection of irregular Gram-positive rods from human clinical specimens
- Infectious Disease Testing: Microbial confirmation in wound, respiratory, or skin infections
- Research & Surveillance: Differentiation of coryneform bacilli in academic and public health labs
Specifications Table
Parameter | Details |
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Product Name | RapID™ CB PLUS System |
Catalog Number | R8311008 |
Detection Method | Enzyme-based chromogenic and conventional substrates |
Detectable Organisms | Corynebacterium spp. and coryneform Gram-positive bacilli |
Time to Result | 4 hours |
Required Reagents | RapID Spot Indole (R8309002), RapID Inoculation Fluid (R8325106) |
Packaging | 1 Box (20 Panels/Kit) |
CE Marked | Yes |
Intended Use | Professional, non-automated in vitro diagnostic use |
Storage Conditions | 2°C to 8°C |
Unit Size | Each |
Ordering Information
- Catalog Number: R8311008
- Kit Size: 20 Panels/Kit
- Storage: 2°C to 8°C
- Regulatory: CE Marked for IVD use in designated regions
The Thermo Scientific™ RapID™ CB PLUS System offers a rapid, dependable, and easy-to-use solution for the identification of Corynebacterium species and other clinically relevant coryneform bacilli. With its streamlined workflow, fast incubation, and colorimetric readout, it is ideal for laboratories seeking accuracy, speed, and operational efficiency in bacterial diagnostics.