How The NDT System Works

  • Prepared test sample is placed into the cassette by the user. 

  • The test cassette is automatically drawn into the instrument and placed into position under the NDT biochip.

  • The prepared test sample flows down the lateral flow strip towards the reaction zones.

  • Chemiluminescent light travels through slots in the cassette and reaches the NDT biochip. 

  • The NDT biochip converts light into electrical data which are recorded and analyzed by the instrument. 

  • A proprietary algorithm uses the electrical data to calculate independent results for both the control and the test result. 

  • The simplicity of the NDT system, where all the information is in the barcode, allows for the rapid addition of additional assays without need to update software or firmware.  

NDT has an extensive IP Portfolio involving:

System for chemiluminescence-based detection of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus.

Integrated circuit biochip microsystem containing lens.

Integrated circuit biochip microsystem.

Multifunctional and multispectral biosensor devices and methods of use.

Benefits of The NDT System

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    Simple

    The intuitive process can be performed by less-skilled labor.

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    Rapid

    Allows for batching of multiple samples as well as quick turnaround. Approximately 25 tests per hour can be run per instrument, and minimal labor is required following preparation of samples.

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    Quantitative

    Results are read and interpreted by the instrument, based on criteria that is read quantitatively.

    The results are easily interpretable, reducing the risk for human error.

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    Versatile

    With a single instrument, laboratories can detect a wide and increasing range of diseases.

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    Flexible

    The NDT biochip is highly sensitive and able to read multiple wavelengths. This allows for applications using chemiluminescence, fluorescence, or phosphorescence.

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    Robust

    Consumables are generally stable at room temperature and the system has minimal moving parts.

    The self-contained and simple nature of the platform means the NDT system is well-suited for smaller laboratories and emerging markets.

Simple Test Process

  • Once the specimen is extracted via a simple process, it is applied to a lateral flow strip within the cassette.

  • Cassette is drawn into the instrument, which positions it appropriately relative to the biochip.

  • Photodiodes then detect the specific protein bio-marker's chemiluminescent profile (light signature) to interpret the presence or absence of an infectious agent.