A large-scale project for the detection of microorganisms on surfaces in the General ICU of the Naval Hospital of Athens (NNA) has been successfully completed.
The aim of the project was to optimize cleaning and disinfection procedures, contributing to a safer hospital environment for both patients and staff.
The project implemented metagenomic analysis, a modern molecular method for detecting microorganisms at the species level. The method also enables the parallel identification of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) genes.
All samples were analyzed in our laboratory in Thessaloniki, which is accredited according to ISO 17025. This certification ensures that the results are based on internationally recognized standards of quality, accuracy, and reproducibility—critical elements for decision-making in healthcare.
This represents another step toward the implementation of cutting-edge technologies in clinical practice, with a clear impact on public health and the prevention of hospital-acquired infections.
