Hygiena MicroSnap™ EB Test Kit for Rapid Detection of Enterobacteriaceae in Hygiene Monitoring

MicroSnap™ EB

A rapid test for the detection and enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae (EB) bacteria, MicroSnap™ EB uses a bioluminogenic reaction that produces light when enzymes characteristic of EB bacteria interact with specialized substrates. The resulting light signal is measured using the EnSURE™ Touch luminometer, providing fast, actionable data. Depending on the required level of detection, MicroSnap™ EB delivers reliable results within the same working day, supporting timely quality and safety decisions.

MicroSnap™ EB is based on well-established bioluminescence technology that has been widely adopted in food safety and environmental monitoring programs. Scientific literature and industry validation studies have shown that enzyme-based rapid methods for Enterobacteriaceae correlate well with traditional culture techniques while significantly reducing time to results. Customer feedback and industry peer reviews consistently highlight the test’s speed, ease of use, and suitability for routine monitoring. MicroSnap™ EB is most commonly used in food and beverage manufacturing, environmental hygiene programs, and quality assurance laboratories to verify sanitation effectiveness, monitor process hygiene, and support faster product release, with users reporting improved workflow efficiency and reduced operational delays.

Key Benefits

• Same-shift results for faster decision-making
• Reduced testing and operational costs
• Simple, user-friendly format
• Compatible with filtered samples
• Works with EnSURE™ Touch and SureTrend™ Cloud

Same-Shift Results

Rapid test results are critical for releasing products without unnecessary delays. The MicroSnap™ family of rapid indicator organism tests enables food safety and quality managers to enumerate samples in as little as 6 hours and determine presence or absence within 8 hours. Samples are collected, incubated, and read using a Hygiena™ luminometer, allowing corrective actions or product release within the same shift.

Reduce Costs and Shorten Release Cycles

While external laboratory testing such as PCR analysis may be required for specific investigations, routine monitoring can often be supported by faster and more cost-effective solutions. Integrating MicroSnap™ EB into your testing protocol helps reduce material expenses, shipping costs, and laboratory fees. Faster results also mean shorter production hold times and lower inventory carrying costs, contributing to overall operational savings.

Flexible and Easy-to-Use Format

MicroSnap™ EB is designed for flexibility and simplicity in daily testing. It can be used for both environmental surfaces and product samples through a straightforward two-step process: enrichment and detection. The patented Snap-Valve contains a precise volume of enrichment broth and features a built-in pipette for efficient transfer of enriched samples to the detection device. Results are read on a Hygiena™ luminometer, eliminating the need for manual colony counting. RLU-to-CFU conversion tables are used to interpret results quickly and consistently.

Complete Hygiena Monitoring Program

MicroSnap™ EB is a key component of a comprehensive environmental monitoring program. When combined with EnSURE™ Touch and SureTrend™ Cloud, test results can be captured, stored, and trended over time. The SureTrend™ Cloud dashboard allows users to visualize how ATP monitoring and microorganism testing complement each other, helping to identify risks early and strengthen overall food safety programs.

MicroSnap™ Enhanced EB Broth

MicroSnap™ Enhanced EB Broth is a non-selective protein-based solution designed to support low-level enumeration. The 9 mL broth helps reduce interference from physical components in samples and is compatible with MicroSnap™ EB, MicroSnap™ Coliform, and MicroSnap™ E. coli tests. Simply add 1 mL of sample to the broth and incubate prior to detection.

Specifications

• Applications: environmental and product testing
• Built-in pipette for easy and consistent sample transfer
• Snap-Valve technology for simple snap-and-squeeze activation
• Write-on swab label for clear sample identification
• MicroSnap™ EB detects:
  • E. coli
  • Klebsiella
  • Citrobacter
  • Enterobacter
  • Serratia
  • Shigella
  • Salmonella
  • Yersinia

MicroSnap™ Total & EB with EnSURE™ Touch

MicroSnap™ EB with EnSURE™

To enhance your rapid microbiological screening capabilities around the MicroSnap EB Enterobacteriaceae test 

which delivers same‑day enumeration of Enterobacteriaceae in environmental or product samples — consider additional assays that broaden organism detection and support robust quality programs. The MicroSnap™ E. coli test provides rapid detection and counting of Escherichia coli, offering targeted insight into specific fecal contamination risks. For comprehensive assessment of total viable organisms, the MicroSnap™ Total Total Viable Count assay yields same‑day TVC results to support hygiene evaluation and batch release decisions. Additionally, pairing these assays with a compatible luminometer, such as the ENSURE TOUCH system, enables seamless data capture, trending, and integration into environmental monitoring and quality management workflows across industrial and food safety operations.

Q&A

What types of samples can be tested with MicroSnap™ EB?

MicroSnap™ EB can be used for both environmental surface samples and product samples, making it suitable for routine hygiene monitoring and process verification.

How fast are results compared to traditional culture methods?

MicroSnap™ EB provides same-shift results, with enumeration possible in approximately 6 hours and presence/absence results in about 8 hours, compared to 24–48 hours or longer for traditional culture methods.

Does MicroSnap™ EB replace reference laboratory testing?

MicroSnap™ EB is designed as a rapid indicator test to support routine monitoring and faster decision-making. Reference laboratory testing may still be required for confirmation or regulatory purposes.

Which instruments are required to read the results?

Results are quantified using a compatible Hygiena™ luminometer, such as the EnSURE™ Touch, with optional data management and trending through SureTrend™ Cloud.