Fusion Bacteriology Suite

The Techcyte Gram stain solution is an AI-assisted screening tool that can help laboratory technologists read Gram stained slides more efficiently and accurately using our AI-based algorithm, lab-optimized workflow, and LIS integration.

It may be used to identify bacteria, cells, and yeasts from Gram stained slides.

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Challenge & Solution

Direct microscopic examination of gram-stained slides has several disadvantages, including the cost and time it takes to perform the analysis via microscope, technician fatigue, distraction, and operator bias.

With our Gram stain solution, labs have the potential to reduce the time and effort it takes to perform Gram analyses and obtain greater inter- and intra-operator consistency and accuracy, using a more ergonomic computer monitor.

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Sample types

Altered Skin/Wound Swabs
Biopsies/Tissues/Aspirates
Body Fluid Smears
Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Cytospun Body Fluids
ENT
Genitourinary
Pus
Respiratory
Synovial Fluid

Techcyte is a software-only company, and we believe success depends on strong partnerships with leading hardware manufacturers. Our platform is compatible with all major scanners. As a trusted distributor of top whole slide scanners, we can help you find the perfect fit for your lab’s unique needs.

Features

State-of-the-art platform
AI-proposed images of bacteria and objects of interest, grouped by class and sorted by confidence
Customizable semi-quantitative prevalence scoring thresholds
Digital archiving & storage of slides

Presents “Smart” FOV placed where objects of interest are concentrated
Automatically calculates presence, prevalence, and predominance of bacteria and yeast
Automatically detects sample rejection criteria
All digital LIS integration

Benefits

May improve accuracy, efficiency, or consistency of gram analyses
Technologists can quickly eliminate negative slides
Increased contribution margin per test
More time is available for analyzing abnormal cases
May reduce technologist stress and fatigue
May help with the hiring and retention of technologists

From our collaborators

The AI Journey in Microbiology: An Approach to Evaluation, Validation, Implementation, and Monitoring for Success

Dr. Bobbi Pritt and Alex Donadio, Mayo Clinic

Transforming Gram Stain Analysis with AI: A Case Study from Mayo Clinic

Brochures

Fusion Bacteriology Suite: Brochure

Fusion Bacteriology Suite: QSG

Clinical Research \| Suitability	Clinical
User Customizable \| Application-Specific Algorithms	No
Imaging Modality Supported	Digital files from digital scanned bright field microscopy
Supported Assay Types	N/A
Research Use Only Applications	Gram stain analysis
IVD \| Clinical Applications	Gram stain analysis
TMA Support	N/A
On-Premise Deployment	No
Open Source	No
File Formats \| Supported	Pramana DICOM and OME-TIFF ,