Legionella Prevention Unveiled: Embracing Molecular Techniques for Enhanced Control

On January 2, 2023, a new standard for Legionella prevention and control took effect, ushering in vital changes that modernise technical aspects and introduce novel measures for safeguarding facilities and equipment prone to contamination.

Regulatory Updates

RD 487/2022, effective since January, supersedes the prior RD 865/2003, demanding a technical overhaul two decades after its inception.

A significant addition to the standard is the implementation of the Legionella Prevention and Control Plan (PPCL) alongside the Legionella Health Plan (PSL).

PPCL encompasses information, protocols, and actions tailored to each facility, featuring an expanded sampling program compared to its predecessor.

Molecular Techniques Compatibility

While culture remains the reference method per ISO 11731:2017, molecular techniques gain recognition as complementary, especially in case investigations, outbreaks, and situations of public health concern.

Despite culture's prominence, its time-consuming and tedious nature has led to the exploration of molecular techniques. Sample filtration, concentration, and culture media passages, coupled with colony recovery challenges, make the traditional analysis process burdensome for laboratories.

Advantages of Rapid Techniques

Despite culture's prominence, its time-consuming and tedious nature has led to the exploration of molecular techniques. Sample filtration, concentration, and culture media passages, coupled with colony recovery challenges, make the traditional analysis process burdensome for laboratories.

Condagene® Revolutionising Legionella Detection

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The Condagene® Quick extraction kit, designed for Legionella analysis, facilitates DNA extraction in record time using a single reagent. Condagene® Legionella spp. ensures heightened sensitivity and specificity in detecting Legionella in water samples compared to traditional culture media.

Unlocking Legionella Prevention Potential

With Legionella prevention at the forefront, Condagene® empowers laboratories to not only comply with the new standard but to excel in safeguarding public health through cutting-edge techniques.

Thanks to Condagene®, laboratories can save not just days but potentially weeks of work, space, and resources.

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