BD Kiestra InoqulA+

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2022: BD Kiestra Announcement InoqulA+

On April 18, 2022, the company Becton Dickinson announced the launch of an medical Russia automated bacteriological workstation for processing samples of BD Kiestra InoqulA+. The goal of the technology is to help develop the system of primary health care for the population by automating the laboratory service.

BD Kiestra InoqulA+

According to the company, according to the Order of the Ministry of Health dated 18.05.2021 No. 464n "On the Approval of the Rules for Laboratory Research," automated analysis systems should be included in the equipment of modern laboratories along with standard equipment. The concept of a fully automated microbiological laboratory is most fully implemented on the basis of the multi-functional platform BD Kiestra. The sowing station BD Kiestra InoqulA + is the decision for automation of work both with liquid, and with firm microbiological samples without additional costs of liquid transport environments.

The technology of sowing using a rotating magnetic ball allows you to obtain 3-5 times more isolated colonies than when sowing with a stroke using a loop. The combination of seeding of appropriate quality and reproducibility of results reduces the need for cross-grafting and reduces the time required to identify and assess the sensitivity of bacteria to antimicrobials, which reduces operating costs and contributes to the rational use of antibiotics.

The system performance depends on the selected operating mode and seeding protocols. BD Kiestra InoqulA+ sows all samples in one working session, automatically selecting the appropriate cups with nutrients from the sorter. In addition, the station automatically applies barcodes to cups, opens and closes containers with samples, allows you to sow on cups, in tubes, as well as prepare swabs for subsequent Gram painting. The system optimizes the work spent on primary seeding - no more than one unit per shift is required to complete all studies.

The main goal of microbiological research is to obtain reliable information and its effective use. Automation of complex manual processes becomes the main means to achieve this goal: the load on personnel is optimized and the influence of the human factor is leveled, which ensures the accuracy of the results. In addition, the introduction of automated systems optimizes processes and performance at the level of the entire laboratory - this will not only reduce the waiting time for results by several times, but will also reduce the risk of developing drug resistance of microorganisms. commented by Sergey Haidin, Head of Integrated Diagnostic Solutions, Beckton Dickinson B.V. (IDS division)