METHOD OF DETECTION OF BACTERIA

摘要

The invention relates to a method for detecting particular antigens consisting of microorganisms (e.g. yeast) or more preferably bacteria such as, for example, those of the genus Salmonella, Listeria, E. Coli or Staphylococcus present in a mixed culture, in a pure culture or in a contaminated food sample. This invention utilises immunological complex formation as a measure of the amount of antigens present by means of the use of specific antibodies including monoclonal antibodies belonging to the class of proteins called immunoglobulins (molecules Ig) labelled with chemiluminescent molecules consisting of acridinium derivatives. This invention further concerns kits for performing tests according to said method.