Dual Bacteria and Somatic Cell Counting in One Instrument

The Bentley BactoCount IBC-m is a semi-automated flow cytometry system designed for the rapid enumeration of individual bacteria and somatic cells in milk. Its dual-function capability makes it the ideal solution for processing plants and laboratories that require fast and reliable quality assessment of raw milk.

Based on the proven IBC 50–150 platform, the IBC-m offers laboratories a cost-effective 2-in-1 solution for microbial and somatic cell testing. It has been evaluated by both CECALAIT and AIA Reference Laboratories and approved as an alternative method to the IDF 100B:1991 reference standard for determining the hygienic quality of raw milk from cow, sheep, and buffalo. The IBC also meets AOAC 986.33.

Features

• Analyzing time for bacterial count: less than 1 minute; sample prep under 10 minutes
• Analyzing time for somatic cell count: less than 1 minute; no sample prep required
• Easy, operator-assisted sample preparation
• Compatible with a standard computer for flexible data output options
• Low-maintenance design for dependable performance

Benefits

• Ideal for milk payment, screening, and segregation testing
• Rapid results: 1 minute (somatic cells) and 10 minutes (bacteria)
• Pre-calibrated with a universal conversion equation for consistent accuracy

More Information

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