Non-contact impedance analyzer for real-time detection of microbial growth

Abstract

A device and method for real-time quantitative detection of growth of microorganisms in one or more containers through one or more electrically insulated walls of each container is provided with at least one set of electrodes physically separated from each other and being adapted to establish one or more contact interfaces with insulated walls of each container. The device comprises a docking station, which is adapted to attach and detach each container, ensuring that the electrodes are positioned at the contact interfaces with predefined positions. The device further comprises at least one set of one or more electrical connectors adapted for electrical connections to the sets of electrodes. Connecting the device to an impedance analyser enables growth of microorganisms to be detected in real time with no physical contact between the samples of microorganisms and the electrodes.

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