Neogen Soleris yeast and mould detection system for food products

Neogen has developed a rapid method to detect yeast and mould in food products. The company’s Soleris system detects yeast and mould in 48 hours or less, compared with conventional methods that can take up to five days.

The system is a rapid optical method for the detection of microbial contamination. The new test is claimed to detect one colony forming unit (CFU) of yeast or mould per vial in 48 hours or less.

The system may enable users to release products more quickly, saving on inventory costs. Soleris also enables users to easily identify, monitor and map problematic spots in their facilities. The system features quick, automated quality-indicator system protocols.

In addition to the yeast and mould test, Soleris tests provide total viable count (TVC) results in as little as 6 to 8 h; conventional methods take 24 to 48 h. Coliform results can be attained in 9 to 10 h and E. coli results take 7 to 10 h. Users can determine lactic bacteria results in 30 to 35 h; conventional methods can take up to five days.