Why do I need a liquid output air sampler?
Liquid output air samplers have a primary application in the detection of viruses, but their versatility extends to various other scenarios:
- Non-cultivable microorganisms: when dealing with non-cultivable microorganisms, a liquid output is essential for employing detection methods such as qPCR, as traditional culturing methods are not applicable. This is particularly relevant when sampling airborne viruses for detection.
- Faster detection methods: even for cultivable microorganisms, there are instances where quicker detection methods are preferred. Liquid samples allow for the utilization of a diverse range of rapid detection techniques.
- Low airborne concentration: in situations where the microorganism concentration in the air is too low, and the volume to sample is substantial, traditional impactors with plate collection may not be suitable.
- Dusty environments: impaction methods can be ineffective in environments with high dust levels, as dust particles can quickly saturate the adhesive surface of agar plates, rendering them less efficient.
- Unknown microorganism concentration: in cases where the concentration of the target microorganism in the air is uncertain, it is essential to obtain a countable number for analysis. A liquid output allows for the creation of dilution series before plating on culture media, facilitating accurate quantification.
The Airbio One Rapid Virus from Orum is the perfect solution when you want to sample with a liquid output for example to use quick detection methods like qPCR.
Analis is exclusive distributor for Orum air samplers for Belgium and the Netherlands.
