Biotica has received international recognition for its test for the detection of Legionella pneumophila, Legipid ® Legionella Bioalarm. The certification has been granted by the prestigious institution AOAC Research Institute after an extensive independent evaluation. The recently certified test (AOAC-RI 111101) is a fast, economical and simple form of analysis that revolutionizes the detection of this pathogenic bacteria in water.
Rodríguez explained that "The international certification of the test by AOAC is achieved after an intense technical evaluation by an independent third party. Legipid ® Bioalarm Legionella has undergone hundreds of tests over several months to obtain international certification, including sensitivity evaluations , specificity, ease of use, documentation, robustness and efficiency. This extensive AOAC evaluation includes rigorous independent testing and in-depth evaluation by expert examiners. This evaluation process has resulted in Biotica being awarded the prestigious AOAC Performance Tested Methods certificate. .
As the Scientific Director of Biotics, G. Rodríguez, explains: "Legionella pneumophila is one of the main causative agents of a severe type of pneumonia called legionellosis, and is the main cause of sporadic cases and outbreaks of legionellosis (91,5%). The disease has 15% fatal cases. The risk of contracting the disease is greater in the elderly and immunocompromised people, and is acquired by inhalation of aerosols formed in the waters in which this bacteria lives (cooling towers, showers, spas). , ornamental fountains, swimming pools, etc)"
The test detects bacteria in minutes, not days, and at a significant cost savings compared to any other conventional method. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that the incidence of legionellosis is increasing. Therefore, quickly and easily detecting these disease-causing pathogens in water is critical for health and safety prevention and liability avoidance.
The international certificate of the kit provides a very demanding technical endorsement to laboratories interested in using the kit for their clients and will facilitate their accreditation to offer this analysis. The Ministry of Public Health has considered international certification relevant for the effective incorporation of this type of rapid Legionella pneumophila analysis into legislation.
About AOAC
AOAC International is a non-profit scientific association founded in 1884 and based in the United States dedicated to publishing standardized methods of analysis designed and evaluated to increase confidence in the results of chemical and microbiological analyses. Government agencies and civil organizations often require laboratories to use AOAC methods.
AOAC International has 10 chapters in North America, and 7 chapters in the rest of the world. In Europe it was established in 1989.
