BD BACTEC™ FX40 Automated Blood Culture System

The BD BACTEC™ FX40 Blood Culture System is a compact automated microbiology instrument designed for the incubation and detection of microbial growth in blood culture specimens. The FX40 uses BD's established fluorescence detection technology and sophisticated detection algorithms to identify positive blood cultures. It has a capacity of 40 blood culture vials at a time, making it particularly suitable for lower-volume laboratories and decentralized blood culture testing locations. Its vial-activated workflow, visual indicators, touchscreen interface and barcode scanning capabilities are designed to simplify laboratory workflow and reduce hands-on time. BD also supports connectivity and data-management capabilities for blood culture observation and reporting. The compact design can allow the FX40 to be positioned closer to blood collection locations, supporting earlier incubation instead of waiting for specimens to reach a central microbiology laboratory. BD specifically identifies applications such as emergency departments and satellite laboratories for this decentralized approach. Key Features Fully automated blood culture growth and detection platform 40-vial simultaneous capacity Advanced fluorescence detection technology Automated continuous monitoring Vial-activated workflow Integrated barcode scanning LCD touchscreen interface Visual status indicators Compact footprint Modular and scalable configuration Supports blood culture observation and data management LIS connectivity capabilities BD EpiCenter™ data-management compatibility Blood Volume Monitoring capability with appropriate software Suitable for satellite blood culture workflows Designed for reliable microbiology laboratory operation Specification Details Brand BD BACTEC™ Manufacturer BD Model BACTEC™ FX40 Product Code 442296 Product Type Automated Blood Culture System Application Microbial Growth Detection in Blood Cultures Capacity 40 Vials Detection Technology Fluorescence Monitoring Automated / Continuous User Interface LCD Touchscreen Barcode Scanner Yes Visual Status Indicators Yes LIS Connectivity Supported BD EpiCenter Compatibility Supported Blood Volume Monitoring Available with appropriate BD software Scalable Configuration Yes GTIN 00382904422967 Quantity 1 Instrument