•
1 8

InterZebTEC – Zebrafish Health Monitoring System | Microbiological Detection for Aquatics Facilities

$269.00
$269.00
Sale Contact Us
Product Information Product code :

InterZebTEC is the world’s first and only aquatic environmental biological detector designed for zebrafish facilities. It provides ultra-sensitive, standardized microbiological monitoring of aquatic environments, offering early detection of pathogens and supporting improved colony health, research consistency, and facility biosecurity.
Choose distributor
  • Features
  • Specifications
  • Download
  • Video

Features

  • Fully Integrated System - Combines rack, tanks, filtration, monitoring, and control into a single cohesive platform — simplifying setup, operation, and long-term maintenance.

  • Modular & Scalable - Easily expandable to grow with your research program. Available in multiple rack configurations with flexible tank sizes (1L, 3L, 9L).

  • Fully Integrated - Open Platform InterZebTec functions as a complete standalone system or can be integrated into existing aquatic infrastructures, regardless of manufacturer.

  • Sentinel-Free Monitoring Capable - Advanced water quality and environmental monitoring tools reduce or eliminate reliance on sentinel animals, supporting refinement and ethical research goals.

  • Supports Water-Based Health Screening - System water can be easily sampled and sent to laboratories like IDEXX BioAnalytics for diagnostic testing, enabling pathogen monitoring without relying solely on sentinel animals. This approach supports refinement, reduces animal use, and provides rapid insight into system health.

  • Delivered Irradiated Five per Box - Supplied pre-sterilized via irradiation; Filter conveniently fits into a 50ml Conical Bottom Tube for Shipping.

Category Specification
System Type Modular / recirculating zebrafish housing system
System Types For use with Tanks / Stand Alone Racks / Centralized Filtration Systems
Sentinel Support Compatible with sentinel protocols or sentinel-free monitoring via water sampling
Sample Collection Water samples can be collected for third-party pathogen testing
System Compatibility Interfaces with existing aquatics systems and environmental monitoring platforms
Compliance GLP and AAALAC ready
Material Non-toxic laboratory-grade plastic and corrosion-resistant stainless steel
Applications Zebrafish (Danio rerio) / medaka (Oryzias latipes) / Xenopus / killifish / other small freshwater aquatic research species

Brochure

InterZebTec Overview

How Does InterZebTek Work?

InterZebTek is installed on the return line where it drains into a sump or low point. Water passes through three filtration segments which trap debris allowing for rapid biofilm growth. The material was selected to facilitate microbiologic growth for analysis. The filter is installed for a minimum of 5 weeks before it is shipped to a laboratory to monitor the colony. The filters can be easily removed and placed in a 50ml conical tube for shipping.

Request Additional Information

Why Choose InterZebTec?

InterZebTec is the ideal solution for research facilities seeking a reliable, scalable, and future-ready aquatic housing system. Designed specifically for zebrafish and other small aquatic models, it is made of a series of different filter meshes able to reliably collect biological samples, including debris and biofilm. This highly efficient sampling device advances water quality monitoring to improve research outcomes. Whether you’re building a new facility or upgrading an existing one, InterZebTec offers seamless integration, supports both sentinel and sentinel-free health monitoring, and meets the highest standards for animal welfare and regulatory compliance. Backed by decades of experience and comprehensive local support, InterZebTec gives you the confidence to focus on science and not guess on animal health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? We’re here to help

What species can the InterZebTec system?

InterZebTec can be used for microbiologic monitoring of any aquatic species including Zebrafish (Danio rerio), medaka (Oryzias latipes), fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas), killifish (Fundulus spp., Nothobranchius furzeri), goldfish (Carassius auratus), tilapia (Oreochromis spp.), rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), and stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus), as well as amphibians like African clawed frogs (Xenopus laevis, Xenopus tropicalis) and axolotls (Ambystoma mexicanum), and invertebrates such as brine shrimp (Artemia salina), Daphnia, planaria, and sea urchin embryos.

Can InterZebTec integrate with existing aquatics infrastructure?

Yes, the system is designed for flexibility. It can be used as a standalone platform or integrated with existing water treatment and monitoring systems from other manufacturers.

Is the system suitable for sentinel-free health monitoring?

Yes. InterZebTec supports sentinel-free protocols by enabling regular water quality testing and pathogen screening via external labs (e.g., IDEXX), reducing the need for dedicated sentinel animals.

How is the system delivered and sterilized?

InterZebTec components are delivered irradiated for sterility five per pack. The filter media can be shipped or stored in a 50ml Conical Vial.

What support is provided after installation?

Tecniplast offers in-house installation, training, preventive maintenance, and long-term technical support from experienced aquatics specialists.

Can I connect to the unit remotely?

The unit has wifi capability and an external port for connecting to building monitoring systems.

How does the InterZebTec work?

The InterZebTec is specially designed to filter and capture biofilm and microorganisms in research aquatics systems. These can be readily used with Tecniplast aquatics systems or installed on other systems. The retrofit kit includes fittings that

Related Equipment