Antibiotic Residues in Poultry and Rapid Detection Kit

Antibiotic residues in poultry products are an important concern in food safety and the quality control of animal-derived products. Antibiotics such as beta-lactams, tetracyclines, and sulfonamides are widely used in poultry production for the prevention and treatment of bacterial infections. Failure to observe the appropriate withdrawal period may result in the persistence of antibiotic residues in edible tissues. The presence of antibiotic residues above the maximum permissible limits may raise concerns regarding consumer safety, allergic reactions, and the development of antimicrobial resistance. Therefore, rapid monitoring of antibiotic residues in poultry products is essential for ensuring food safety and product quality.

In this context, the Rapid Test Kit for Detection of Beta-Lactams, Tetracyclines, and Sulfonamides in Poultry, developed by Fartak Teb, is designed for the rapid and simultaneous screening of residues from three major groups of antibiotics in poultry products. The kit is based on the principle of specific receptor–ligand interaction, in which the target antibiotic residues are recognized by highly specific biological receptors with high binding affinity. The specific interaction between the receptors and target compounds on the rapid test platform produces a visible color change, enabling rapid screening of samples.

Due to its rapid analysis, ease of use, minimal requirement for laboratory equipment, suitable specificity, good stability, and point-of-need applicability, this technology provides a practical solution for the rapid monitoring of antibiotic residues in poultry products and the identification of samples suspected of drug contamination.