Solus Raw Meat FlowThrough™ Test (RMFT) range has been validated for the detection of adventitious contamination/adulteration of raw (uncooked) meat products at around a 1% level. The tests are simple and quick to perform and for ground/minced meats require no additional equipment. Their reliable results provide evidence for effective decision making.

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Available tests:

• Raw COW FlowThrough™ 
• Raw PIG FlowThrough™
• Raw POULTRY FlowThrough™
• Raw SHEEP FlowThrough™

These qualitative tests utilise highly purified antibodies to detect species-specific animal serum protein (albumin), which is found at high levels in raw meat (e.g. mince), meat products (e.g. burgers) and blood drip. The detection limit (LOD) of the test is somewhat dependent on sample type/quality and extraction efficiency. The 1% LOD in ground raw meats was verified against Laboratory of the Government Chemist (LGC) Reference Materials.

The six-part procedure typically takes 12 minutes to perform (including a 2 min. extraction stage). Species-specific proteins are extracted from a homogenous sample (e.g. finely ground raw meat) with the yellow solution. The extract is then diluted and added to the test unit so that the proteins bind to a Test spot (T) on the left-hand side of the test area. The binding of these proteins is indicated after the addition of a Colour Reagent, which forms a pink spot at ‘T’. A pink Control (C) spot will also appear on the right-hand side of the test area to indicate the test has worked properly.

Precautions

1. For testing raw (uncooked) meat and raw meat products only
2. Test components should only be used within their specified expiry date
3. Do not use test components from different kit batches
4. Do not open the foil pouch until just before use
5. Only use the RMFT unit if the desiccant in the foil pouch is coloured yellow/pale green
6. Store the kit between 2°C/36°F to 8°C/46°F and use between 15°C/59°F to 25°C/77°F