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BD MAX CRE Assay*• Detects antimicrobial resistance
genes (KPC, OXA-48 and NDM) found in CRE1-4
• Automates sample extraction, amplification and detection using real-time PCR
• Includes all reagents needed to perform testing directly from a sample on the BD MAX System.
* This product is for Research Use Only and is not for use in diagnostic procedures.
BD MAX™ CRE Assay* Rapid, automated molecular detection of carbapenem resistance genes
1 Vital Signs: Carbapenem-Resistant Enterobacteriaceae. MMWR / March 8, 2013 / Vol. 62 / No. 9 page 165.
2 “Carbapenem resistance in Enterobacteriaceae: here is the storm!” Nordmann et al., Trends in Molecular Medicine, May 2012, Vol. 18, No. 5 page 263.
3 “The Emergence of Carbapenemase-Producing Entero-bacteriaceae” Review article by Brian Currie. Published in Infectious Disease Special Edition 2012
4 CDC Safe Healthcare blog “New York Hospital Virtually Eliminates Transmission of CRE in ICU Settings.” by Brian Currie http://blogs.cdc.gov/safehealthcare/?p=2851
BD MAX™
The Power of Choice
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BD MAX™: Giving you the power of choiceThe BD MAX System is a fully automated sample-to-result platform that provides unique versatility, enabling you to consolidate and standardize your molecular testing.
* This product is for Research Use Only and is not for use in diagnostic procedures. BD, BD Logo and BD MAX are trademarks of Becton, Dickinson and Company. © BD 2013Printed in Europe, XEUR5215-13. April 2013
Simple, standardized procedure on the BD MAX System
For more information, please contact [email protected] or visit our website: www.bd.com
Place sample in Sample Buffer Tube.
If a swab is used, break the swab in Sample Buffer Tube. Penetrable cap
(no swab removal)
Load PCR cartridge(s)Start run
Snap in reagents Load sample tube in rack
BD MAX™
The Power of Choice
Catalog Number
Product Description
443379 BD MAX™ CRE* (24 tests)
437519 BD MAX™ PCR Cartridges
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