Flip Mycoplasma: Fast, Simple, On-Site Detection for Cell Culture Labs
A common challenge in cell culture laboratories is Mycoplasma contamination. Often, contamination is only detected after experiments have already been affected. This isn’t due to a lack of awareness — current testing methods are slow, require specialised equipment, and often rely on sending samples to external labs. By the time results arrive, it may be too late to save valuable experiments.
The Solution: Flip Mycoplasma
Fuse Diagnostics developed Flip Mycoplasma to overcome these limitations with a test that is rapid, easy, and lab-friendly.
Key benefits include:
- No complex instrumentation required
- Ambient storage and ready-to-go format
- Results in just 12 minutes
- Molecular detection of Mycoplasma rRNA16S
- Minimal hands-on time
- Simple visual readout
The workflow is intentionally straightforward:
1. Add the sample
2. Incubate briefly (10 minutes)
3. Flip the test and read the result
This simplicity makes it easy to integrate routine Mycoplasma testing into everyday lab work without the complexity of traditional molecular methods.
Why Labs Prefer It
By making testing faster and simpler, Flip Mycoplasma allows labs to:
- Detect contamination earlier
- Test more frequently without disrupting experiments
- Make faster decisions during ongoing experiments
- Reduce the risk of failed or repeated experiments
Proven in Leading Labs
Flip Mycoplasma has already been adopted by research institutions in the UK (including the University of Cambridge) and USA (including Harvard University). It is soon to be launched in New Zealand exclusively via Ngaio Diagnostics. Researchers consistently praise its speed and ease-of-use:
“The kit is so simple to use, it was really quick.” — Lab Manager, University of Cambridge
“It takes much less time than our current test and was very clear and straightforward to use.” — Researcher, Imperial College
“I got on with these really well, they were quick and straightforward.” — Senior Researcher, University of York
Take the Next Step
Routine Mycoplasma testing no longer needs to be a bottleneck. Flip Mycoplasma empowers labs to work faster, smarter, and with greater confidence in their results. If you are interested in trying it – contact us to learn more or request a free sample today.