Thermo Scientific™ Sensititre™ SLOMYCO2 Susceptibility Testing Plate

Updated Broth Microdilution MIC Testing for Slow-Growing Mycobacteria Including Clofazimine

The Sensititre™ SLOMYCO2 AST Plate from Thermo Scientific™ is a broth microdilution (BMD) plate designed specifically for antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST) of slow-growing mycobacteria (SGM). Developed with reference to the latest CLSI guidelines, this updated format now includes Clofazimine, addressing the growing need to test multi-drug regimens in macrolide-resistant SGM infections.

Suitable for non-tuberculous Mycobacterium species such as the M. avium complex, M. kansasii, and M. marinum, this plate delivers accurate and reliable minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) data in approximately 14 days. The system supports robust quality assurance, offering on-scale QC ranges, extended shelf life, and simple, cost-effective use.

Key Features & Benefits

• Updated Drug Panel with Clofazimine
  Includes 12 antimicrobials on one plate, offering coverage for both traditional and recently recommended SGM therapies.
• CLSI-Guided Design
  Developed with reference to the latest guidelines for SGM drug susceptibility testing and associated breakpoints (where available).
• Gold-Standard MIC Accuracy
  Based on the broth microdilution reference method—recommended for its reliability in phenotypic AST.
• Efficient Workflow
  Simple setup procedures with incubation at 35–37°C for approximately 14 days.
• Flexible & Cost-Effective
  Individually packaged plates eliminate waste and support scalable testing.
  Room-temperature storage simplifies logistics and inventory management.
• Built-In Quality Control
  Inclusive on-scale QC ranges ensure consistent test performance and reproducibility.

Applications

• Research on Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM): MIC testing of slow-growing isolates
• Antimicrobial Development: Screening candidate therapies for rare or resistant mycobacterial infections
• Public Health & Surveillance: Monitor resistance trends in environmental or clinical isolates
• Academic Microbiology: Support for reference studies and training in mycobacterial susceptibility

Specifications Table

The Thermo Scientific™ Sensititre™ SLOMYCO2 Plate offers an advanced, research-use-only solution for susceptibility testing of slow-growing mycobacteria, combining an expanded drug panel, CLSI-informed design, and broth microdilution accuracy. It is ideal for laboratories focused on antimicrobial resistance monitoring, treatment regimen development, and non-tuberculous mycobacterial research.