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BioFire Defense specializes in rapid, fully automated PCR testing systems for biodefense, environmental surveillance, and emerging infectious diseases.

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BioFire Defense, a subsidiary of bioMérieux, delivers fully integrated molecular diagnostic solutions for the healthcare, military, and biodefense sectors. Best known for the FilmArray® and SPOTFIRE® systems, the company provides ease-of-use and rapid results for pathogen identification.

Their products are widely used for environmental surveillance, biosurveillance, and clinical diagnostics, helping to safeguard communities against biothreats and infectious diseases with fast and accurate testing capabilities.

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BioFire Global Fever Panel Instructions

November 1, 2025
BioFire Global Fever Panel INTENDED USE The BIOFIRE® SHIELD™ Control Kit for the BioFire® Global Fever Panel contains Positive and Negative External Controls intended for use as assayed quality controls…

BIOFIRE 423744 COVID-19 Test v1.1 User Guide

February 25, 2022
BioFire®COVID-19 Test v1.1 Quick Guide For use with FilmArray®2.0 and FilmArray® Torch Systems UPPER RESPIRATORY DO NOT DISCARD: Important product-specific information For in vitro diagnostic use under Emergency Use Authorization…

424062 BioFire COVID-19 Test Instructions

February 25, 2022
BIOFIRE® SHIELD™ Control Kit for the BioFire® COVID-19 Test REF 424062 (6 pack test) Instructions for Use The Symbols Glossary is provided on page 7 of this booklet. INTENDED USE…

BIOFIRE COVID-19 Test v1.1 User Guide

February 19, 2022
BioFire® COVID-19 Test v1.1 Quick Guide For use with FilmArray® 2.0 and FilmArray ® Torch Systems LOWER RESPIRATORY DO NOT DISCARD: Important product-specific information For in vitro diagnostic use under…

BioFire SHIELD Control Kit COVID-19 Test User Guide

January 27, 2022
BioFire SHIELD Control Kit COVID-19 Test User Guide DO NOT DISCARD: Important product-specific information For in vitro diagnostic use under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) only. Components not included Materials required…

FilmArray Global Fever Panel - RUO Quick Guide

quick start guide
A concise guide for using the FilmArray Global Fever Panel - RUO with BioFire FilmArray Systems. This document outlines the steps for sample preparation, pouch hydration, and running the test,…

FilmArray® Global Fever Panel - RUO Quick Guide

Quick Guide
Quick guide for using the FilmArray® Global Fever Panel - RUO kit with BioFire® FilmArray® Systems for research use only. Includes step-by-step instructions for sample preparation and test execution.

BIOFIRE DEFENSE support FAQ

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  • What types of products does BioFire Defense manufacture?

    BioFire Defense manufactures rapid PCR diagnostic systems, including the FilmArray® and SPOTFIRE® platforms, designed for biothreat detection and disease surveillance.

  • How do I contact BioFire Defense technical support?

    You can reach technical support by calling (801) 262-3592 or emailing support@biofiredefense.com.

  • Are BioFire Defense products intended for diagnostic use?

    Some panels are FDA-cleared for In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) use, while others are designated for Research Use Only (RUO) or Environmental Surveillance. Always refer to the specific product manual for intended use.

  • Where can I find instructions for the FilmArray BioThreat Panel?

    Instructions for Use (IFU) and other technical documents can be downloaded from the BioFire Defense website under the Product Support section.