The examination of contaminated bedding without sentinel animals (SFSB) is a form of hygiene monitoring using environmental samples and an efficient method for monitoring the health of rodent colonies.

The PathoScreener developed by GVG Diagnostics is a sampling system for implementing animal-free health monitoring. It replaces the traditional keeping of live sentinel animals and thus offers greater acceptability (3R) and more efficient diagnostics through our PathoScreen CE PCR panels.

The PathoScreener enables comprehensive monitoring of the health of animal colonies and can be used independently of cage systems or housing types. It is also suitable for combination with other sampling methods.

• Simple

PathoScreener can be used immediately without additional costs or further equipment.

• Flexible

PathoScreener can be used for hygiene monitoring in all cage systems or housing types.

• Non-invasive

The use of PathoScreener eliminates the need for sentinel animals – refinement in line with the 3R principles.

• Accurate

The treated surface of PathoScreener binds bacteria, viruses, and nucleic acids. Together with our sensitive PCR panels, PathoScreener enables reliable, efficient, and cost-effective hygiene monitoring.

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