SIMPLIFYING FOOD SAFETY COMPLEXITIES
Transforming food safety testing with fast, lab-grade accuracy, and ease.
Managing contamination risks, regulatory pressures, and testing delays are major food safety challenges. Combining rapid lateral flow assays (LFAs) with the iaX Intelligent Analyzer, provides an on-site lab-grade testing solution — helping you prevent recalls, ensure compliance, and protect consumers faster than ever.
STREAMLINING FOOD SAFETY TESTING
Overcoming critical pain points in food safety testing
Effective food safety management faces many challenges — from complex contaminants to tight regulations. The use of Lateral Flow Assays (LFAs) combined with the iaX Intelligent Analyzer transform how these challenges are met by delivering fast, accurate, and on-site lab-grade testing to safeguard food quality.
Rapid detection, remove delays
Quick identification of pathogens, allergens, toxins, and residues to reduce delays in product release and avoid shipment hold-ups
Complex and variable sample matrices
Simplified testing that adapts to diverse food types (meat, dairy, produce) with minimal sample prep compared to traditional lab methods
False positives/negatives
Reliable, validated tests that reduce errors and improve confidence in results
Regulatory compliance
Facilitate adherence to ever-evolving food safety standards (FDA, USDA, EFSA) with rapid, documented test results
Resource constraints
User-friendly, onsite testing that minimizes dependence on expensive lab equipment and highly specialized personnel
Supply chain complexity
Enable hazard monitoring at multiple points from raw material intake to finished product to catch contamination early in complex supply chains
Cost and throughput balance
Affordable and fast tests that support high throughput without sacrificing accuracy
Consumer transparency
Support food safety assurance programs that meet growing consumer demands for safety and quality
Contamination prevention
Rapid testing to detect physical, biological, and chemical contaminants, helping to prevent recalls and loss of reputation
Allergen cross-contamination
Onsite screening to avoid allergen presence where not declared, protecting allergic consumers and ensuring label accuracy
Shelf life and storage monitoring
Timely detection of spoilage organisms and toxins to maintain product quality throughout shelf life
Global testing accessibility
Provide accessible testing solutions in locations lacking advanced laboratory infrastructure
FOOD SAFETY TESTING
Onsite lab-grade testing for these critical food safety threats
Detect harmful pathogens, allergens, mycotoxins, and chemical residues — all with lateral-flow tests read by iaX for fast, accurate results that guide immediate action to protect consumers and ensure compliance.
Foodborne Pathogen Detection
- Salmonella spp.
- Escherichia coli (especially E. coli O157:H7)
- Listeria monocytogenes
- Campylobacter jejuni
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Vibrio cholerae, V. parahaemolyticus, V. vulnificus
- Shigella spp.
- Bacillus cereus
- Clostridium perfringens
- Norovirus
- Hepatitis A and E viruses
- Rotavirus, Adenoviruses, Sapoviruses, Astroviruses
- Protozoa: Cryptosporidium spp., Cyclospora spp., Toxoplasma spp.
Mycotoxin Detection
- Aflatoxins
- Deoxynivalenol (DON, vomitoxin)
- Zearalenone
- Fumonisin B1
- Ochratoxin A
Allergen Detection
- Milk proteins (casein, whey)
- Peanut proteins
- Tree nuts
- Egg proteins
- Soy proteins
- Gluten (wheat)
- Fish and shellfish
- Celery
Chemical & Antibiotic Residue Detection
- Pesticide residues
- Antibiotic residues (penicillin, tetracyclines, sulfonamides)
- Emerging detection of heavy metals (lead, cadmium, arsenic)
Note: Assaya does not provide all lateral flow assays directly, but many are available from trusted suppliers and can be qualified for reading by the iaX device if not already compatible. This list shows some of the key food safety hazards and contaminants detectable by Lateral Flow Assays and iaX.
LFA technology combined with iaX delivers rapid, cost-effective, and user-friendly food safety testing directly at production sites, warehouses, and processing facilities — empowering teams to isolate risks, prevent outbreaks, and maintain product quality in minutes.
BENEFITS THAT IMPACT YOUR FOOD SAFETY OPERATIONS
Benefit from our innovative technology
Assaya's iaX Intelligent Analyzer paired with LFAs provide a user-friendly, cost-efficient solution that brings lab-grade testing to your production floor — saving time, costs, and reputations.
Rapid, On-Site Detection
LFAs provide fast results, enabling immediate decision-making to prevent contaminated products from progressing through the supply chain.
The iaX device enhances this by offering smart, automated reading for consistent and reliable interpretation.
Lab-Grade Accuracy
LFAs deliver high sensitivity and specificity comparable to traditional laboratory methods, detecting pathogens, allergens, toxins, and residues accurately.
iaX further enhances accuracy by minimizing human error and providing quantitative or semi-quantitative results.
Ease of Use & Cost-Effective
LFAs require minimal training, no specialized equipment, and are affordable compared to lab-based techniques.
Combined with iaX’s user-friendly interface, this makes advanced food safety testing accessible anywhere in the supply chain, reducing operational bottlenecks and costs.
HOW IT WORKS
How it works
Develop the test as per assay Instructions for Use
Place the assay (cartridge or strip) into iaX Reader. Results will be read in seconds and a positive/negative indicated on the device.
Full results including quantitative equivalents are stored in the cloud for traceability, reporting, and sync to your operational systems.
UNMATCHED FEATURES & BENEFITS
Features that translate into real-world benefits for you
Loaded with features, the iaX Intelligent Analyzer together with LFAs enable rapid, cost-effective, lab-grade testing that transforms operational efficiency.
Precision Accuracy
Optimize accuracy, reduce human error, and benefit from consistent precision reads across sites and teams.
Minutes to decision
Onsite results allow you to act now, not wait until after the time-intensive lab loop.
Move beyond Yes/No
Move beyond binary positive/negative outcomes and benefit from quantitative results with eCT (equivalent Cycle Threshold).
Universal Compatibility
Any brand of LFA can be qualified for use with iaX Intelligent Analyzer. No brand lock-in — one machine does it all.
Results in the Cloud
Test results auto-sync securely to the cloud with full metadata for search, real-time dashboards, and compliance.
Built for field use
Small, portable & robust. Ideal for clinics, farms, ships, factories, airports, ambulances & more. Mains or battery operation.
Optimum Workflows
No more slow manual records. iaX automation enables optimized workflows & higher throughput for large-scale mass testing as required in pandemics.
API / Integration
Automatically push your results data to your EHR/LIMS/ERP and other systems when needed.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about LFAs and iaX in food safety
Explore common questions and concerns to understand how this innovative technology streamlines contamination detection and enhances your food safety efforts.
What are lateral flow assays (LFAs) and how do they work in food safety?+
LFAs are rapid diagnostic tests that detect specific pathogens, allergens, toxins, or residues in food samples. They work by applying a sample to a test strip that reacts with targeted molecules, producing a visual result that iaX readouts enhance with automated, consistent interpretation.
How accurate are LFAs compared to traditional laboratory testing?+
Modern LFAs offer lab-grade sensitivity and specificity, capable of detecting low levels of contaminants. When combined with iaX’s smart reading technology, accuracy is further improved by reducing human error and providing reliable quantitative or semi-quantitative results.
Can LFAs and iaX replace laboratory testing entirely?+
LFAs and iaX are excellent for on-site screening and rapid decision-making but may not replace comprehensive lab tests required for regulatory certification. However, they reduce reliance on labs for preliminary testing, speeding up workflow and lowering costs.
What types of food safety hazards can LFAs detect?+
LFAs can detect foodborne pathogens (e.g., Salmonella, E. coli), allergens (e.g., nuts, gluten), mycotoxins, chemical residues, and spoilage indicators, covering a broad spectrum of contamination risks relevant to food safety.
How easy is it to train staff to use LFAs and iaX?+
LFAs are designed for ease of use with minimal training. The iaX device simplifies result interpretation by automating reading and reporting, enabling even non-expert personnel to conduct reliable testing onsite.
How fast can results be obtained using LFAs and iaX?+
Results are typically available within minutes, enabling immediate action to be taken in response to contamination risks, unlike traditional lab results that can take days.
Are LFAs and iaX compliant with food safety regulations?+
LFAs support compliance by providing rapid screening aligned with regulatory requirements. While lab confirmation may be necessary for some regulatory documents, LFAs help ensure ongoing monitoring to prevent violations.
What is the cost impact of implementing LFAs and iaX?+
LFAs and iaX reduce overall testing costs by minimizing laboratory fees, lowering turnaround times, and preventing costly recalls through early detection. They require lower infrastructure and training investments.
Can LFAs and iaX be used across different types of foods and environments?+
Yes, LFAs are highly adaptable and have been validated for use in various food matrices and environmental samples, making them suitable across the supply chain from raw materials to finished products and surfaces.
How does iaX improve the use of conventional LFAs?+
iaX automates strip reading, reduces subjective interpretation, enhances data capture with digital records, and facilitates consistent, auditable reporting — significantly improving accuracy and traceability in food safety testing.
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