VITEK EXPRESS
ID SERVICES POWERED BY MICROBIOLOGY EXPERTS
As microbiologists, we know fast and reliable results are of the utmost importance. Get the accurate identifications you need quickly and easily with VITEK EXPRESS.
Our global service network ensures optimal efficiency, full sample traceability, and results you can trust.
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PARTNER WITH MICROBIOLOGY & IDENTIFICATION EXPERTS.
All the expertise, robustness and support you’ve associated with VITEK® is now available as a service with VITEK® EXPRESS.
VITEK® EXPRESS combines the accuracy and reliability of VITEK® MS technology with the convenience of outsourcing to bring industrial manufacturers rapid microbial identifications. In the rare case that a suitable ID cannot be obtained using VITEK® MS, the isolate will be tested by gene sequencing and a match to the database will be provided. In some cases, a public database will be used.
Whether you’re currently using traditional ID methods or sending samples out for identification, the experts at bioMérieux will help you get the results you need, when you need them.
- GMP COMPLIANT LAB
- NO SURPRISES 1 ID = 1 PRICE
- EASY ONLINE ORDERING*
*United States only.
QUICK, ACCURATE RESULTS.
Whether you are using traditional identification methods or currently sending samples out for identification, the experts at bioMérieux can help you make the identification you need.
- IDs performed by microbiology and identification experts
- Dependable identification of bacteria, yeast and mold
- Expedited testing available
- Global network of labs
- GMP Compliant and ISO accredited laboratory
NO SURPRISES.
Utilizing the proven VITEK® technology and the latest gene sequencing tools. You choose the service that meets your needs:
- 1 ID = 1 Price
- Identification Service using MALDI-TOF with VITEK MS (followed by gene sequencing when ID confirmation is needed)
- Identification Service using gene sequencing (direct to ID with sequencing – 16s Technology)
WE'VE MADE IT SIMPLE.
- Submit your order online
- Ship sample to VITEK EXPRESS ID Services
- Receive reporting in as few as 2 days
- We'll gene sequence when identification confirmation is needed at no additional cost
WHAT SERVICES DOES VITEK® EXPRESS OFFER?
VITEK® EXPRESS offers bacteria, yeast and mold identification (ID) using either the VITEK® MS (Matrix Assisted Laser Desorption Ionization Time of Flight or MALDI-TOF technology) or gene sequencing.
Our extensive VITEK® MS knowledge base contains industry sourced species of bacteria and fungi including mold. Built using our robust strain collection approach, our knowledge base contains more than 42,000 spectra with at least 10 strains per species.
Our gene sequencing technology utilizes dependable 16s rDNA sequencing which is the industry standard to identify most organisms at the species level.
WHAT TURNAROUND TIMES ARE AVAILABLE?
We currently offer identification results in 2 days, 5 days and 10 days. The turnaround time is selected at the time the order is placed online and begins when the isolates are received by our identification lab.
