bioMérieux

bioMérieux is a multinational company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of in vitro diagnostics and other products related to clinical microbiology. Their portfolio of products and services includes:
1. In vitro diagnostics (IVD) products: bioMérieux offers a wide range of IVD products used for the detection and monitoring of infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis, HIV, hepatitis, and respiratory infections. These include:
- Automated systems: Fully automated systems for microbiology that enable faster and more accurate detection of microorganisms.
- Reagents and consumables: A variety of culture media, biochemical tests, and other consumables used for microbiological analysis.
- Molecular diagnostics: Tests based on PCR, nucleic acid amplification, and other molecular techniques for the detection of infections.
- Immunoassays: Tests that use antibodies to detect and quantify specific biomarkers, such as cytokines, hormones, and infectious agents.
- Microbiology laboratory automation: Software and hardware solutions that automate and streamline laboratory processes.
2. Bacterial and fungal identification: bioMérieux offers a range of products and services for the identification of bacteria and fungi, including:
- Automated identification systems: Fast and accurate systems for the identification of microorganisms based on their phenotypic and biochemical characteristics.
- Molecular identification: PCR-based identification of bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
- Chromogenic media: Culture media that contain substrates that change color in the presence of specific microorganisms, enabling rapid identification.
3. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing (AST): A range of products and services for determining the susceptibility of microorganisms to different antibiotics. These include:
- Automated systems: High-throughput systems for AST that use standardized methods to provide reliable results.
- Disc diffusion tests: Traditional AST methods that use discs impregnated with antibiotics on agar plates.
- Automated interpretation software: Software that automatically analyzes and interprets AST results, reducing the risk of human error and standardizing the process.
4. Laboratory information management systems (LIMS): Software solutions that enable the management and tracking of laboratory processes and data, from sample collection to result reporting.
5. Other services: In addition to their diagnostic products, bioMérieux also offers a range of services to support their customers in conducting microbiological analysis, including:
- Technical support and training: On-site training and technical assistance for the use of their products.
- Quality control and proficiency testing: Services to ensure accuracy and standardization of test results.
- Epidemiology and surveillance: Tools and resources to support epidemiological studies and surveillance programs.
Overall, bioMérieux's products and services play a crucial role in the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, helping healthcare professionals make timely and accurate treatment decisions.