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Specifications:
| Application | Clinical microbiology |
| Storage Temperature | 2-8°C |
| Product Type | AST Panel |
| Product Brand | Autobio Diagnostics |
| Product Grade | Microbiology grade |
The Autobio AutoMic AST i600 system utilizes a comprehensive range of AST and ID/AST cards for accurate antimicrobial susceptibility testing and microbial identification of Gram-positive, Gram-negative, non-fermenting bacteria, Streptococcus, and fungi.
Each card contains a broad antibiotic or antifungal panel designed for precise MIC determination and automated data interpretation according to the latest CLSI and EUCAST guidelines.
All cards are compatible with the AutoMic AST i600 system and support random loading, automatic barcode identification, and bidirectional LIS connectivity for seamless laboratory workflow.
Product Range
| Code | Card Name | Description / Target Group | Quantity per Pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| MD0101 | Non-Fermenting Bacteria AST Card | AST card for Pseudomonas, Acinetobacter, Burkholderia, and other non-fermenters | 10 Tests |
| MD0201 | Streptococcus AST Card | AST card for Streptococcus spp. | 10 Tests |
| MD0301 | Gram-Positive Bacteria AST Card | AST card for Staphylococcus, Enterococcus, Bacillus | 10 Tests |
| MD0401 | Fungal AST Card | AST card for Candida, Cryptococcus, Aspergillus | 10 Tests |
| MD0501 | Enterobacteriaceae AST Card | AST card for Enterobacter, Klebsiella, E. coli, and other Enterobacteriaceae | 10 Tests |
| ME0101 | Gram-Positive Bacteria ID/AST Card | Combined identification and susceptibility testing for Gram-positive bacteria | 10 Tests |
| ME0201 | Gram-Negative Bacteria ID/AST Card | Combined identification and susceptibility testing for Gram-negative bacteria | 10 Tests |
| ME0301 | Yeast ID/AST Card | Combined identification and susceptibility testing for yeast and fungal isolates | 10 Tests |
Key Features
- Broth microdilution method – true MIC determination with quantitative accuracy.
- Automatic detection using turbidimetric and colorimetric analysis.
- Comprehensive antibiotic coverage for clinical, environmental, and research use.
- CLSI/EUCAST compliant interpretations with expert system support.
- Random loading and automatic identification of card type.
- Bidirectional barcode traceability and WHONET export compatibility.
- Rapid results — full identification and AST within 16–24 hours.
- Wide strain coverage — includes Gram-positive, Gram-negative, non-fermenters, Streptococcus, and fungi.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Detection Principle | Turbidimetry and Colorimetry |
| Testing Method | Broth Microdilution |
| Number of Wells per Card | 120 |
| Incubation Temperature | 35 ± 1.5°C |
| Sample Loading | Fully automatic pipetting and inoculation |
| Reading Mode | Real-time monitoring |
| Card Capacity per Run | Up to 64 |
| Report Format | MIC values with categorical interpretation (S/I/R) |
Applications
- Clinical Microbiology: AST and ID/AST for routine bacterial and fungal isolates.
- Hospital Infection Control: Surveillance of multi-drug-resistant pathogens (ESBLs, MRSA, CRE, VRE, PRSP).
- Pharmaceutical R&D: Screening and validation of antimicrobial compounds.
- Food & Water Testing: Detection of microbial contamination and antibiotic resistance.
- Public Health Laboratories: AMR monitoring and reporting via WHONET.
Unique Advantages
- Accurate quantitative MIC determination.
- Automated detection and interpretation for reduced manual workload.
- Large antibiotic coverage per panel (up to 26 antibiotics per card).
- Supports bacteria and fungi in a single platform.
- Continuous database updates for CLSI and EUCAST compliance.
- Compact, user-friendly design for high-throughput microbiology workflows.
The Autobio AutoMic AST i600 ID/AST cards provide laboratories with standardized, efficient, and highly accurate susceptibility testing solutions for a wide range of microorganisms.
Their compatibility with the AutoMic AST i600 platform ensures automated workflow integration, consistent results, and reliable antimicrobial resistance profiling, making them indispensable for clinical, food, and environmental microbiology laboratories.
- Type: Non-Fermenting Bacteria AST Card Streptococcus AST Card Gram-Positive Bacteria AST Card Fungal AST Card Enterobacteriaceae AST Card Gram-Positive Bacteria ID/AST Card Gram-Negative Bacteria ID/AST Card Yeast ID/AST Card