FSTest Salmonella Count Plate – Fast, Easy & Ready-to-Use Detection for Food Safety Compliance
The FSTest Salmonella Count Plate is a rapid, ready-to-use microbial testing solution designed for the specific detection of Salmonella spp. in food samples. Powered by proprietary colorimetric test strip technology, this plate allows confirmation of Salmonella contamination in just 15–24 hours, making it an ideal choice for food processors, quality control labs, and inspection agencies seeking speed, accuracy, and convenience.
Why Detect Salmonella?
Salmonella is one of the most common causes of foodborne illness, especially from poultry, meat, eggs, and dairy. It can lead to severe gastrointestinal symptoms, and in vulnerable populations, become life-threatening without timely treatment. Fast detection is crucial for preventing outbreaks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Rapid Results – Detect Salmonella spp. in 15–24 hours, instead of 2–3 days with traditional methods.
✔ Ready-to-Use – Pre-prepared, no agar or media preparation required.
✔ Enhanced Visualization – Uses Salmonella-specific octylesterase as a color indicator for easy interpretation.
✔ Compact & Efficient – Unique miniature petri dish design requires 90% less space.
✔ Cost-Saving – Cuts lab costs by 65%, improves productivity and reduces labor.
✔ Excellent Sealing & Retention – Anti-leak design ensures safety and accuracy.
✔ Proven Expertise – Developed by FSTest, a trusted food safety brand since 1993.
Applications:
Perfect for rapid Salmonella testing in:
Eggs & Egg Products | Poultry & Meat | Dairy Products | Processed Foods | Ready-to-Eat Meals | Seafood
Industries:
Food manufacturers & processors
Government inspection agencies
Market supervision authorities
HACCP and GMP monitoring facilities
Easy-3-Step Testing Workflow:
1️⃣ Sample Prep – Homogenize sample in sterile diluent (1:10 dilution).
2️⃣ Inoculate – Pipette 1 mL onto the FSTest Salmonella Count Plate, cover, and set.
3️⃣ Incubate & Interpret – Incubate at 36±1°C for 15–24h, observe distinct colonies for positive results.
Compared to Traditional Agar Petri Dishes:
Feature | FSTest Plate | Traditional Agar Dish |
Space Required | 90% less | Bulky storage |
Time to Result | 50% faster | 48–72 hours |
Lab Costs | 65% lower | High preparation costs |
Workflow | Ready-to-use | Media prep & sterilization |
✅ A Smarter Solution for Salmonella Detection
Stay ahead of regulatory requirements with fast, reliable, and cost-effective Salmonella testing. The FSTest Salmonella Count Plate is the modern alternative to outdated agar methods—saving you time, space, and budget, while delivering trusted results in record time.
Protect your brand. Protect your customers. Test smarter with FSTest.