A rapid diagnostic assay combining NG-TEST Blood Culture PREP Kit and NG-TEST CARBA 5 can detect five major carbapenemases directly from positive blood cultures in under 25 minutes, according to a study summary. The approach aims to shorten the time to appropriate antimicrobial therapy for serious bloodstream infections. Because carbapenemases are a key driver of multidrug-resistant Enterobacterales, faster identification can reduce exposure to ineffective regimens and support more targeted stewardship decisions. The clinical impact is linked to workflow feasibility—running directly from positive blood cultures rather than waiting for separate subculturing—potentially improving time-to-action in critical care and hospital microbiology labs.