Vivaproducts provides supply chain solution for urine protein analysis after Minicon discontinuation
Vivaproducts has announced an expansion of its benchtop concentrator product line to address supply chain gaps following Millipore’s discontinuation of their Minicon concentrators. The company’s BJP concentrator series, which has been supplying hospital and reference laboratories for over two decades, provides essential sample preparation capabilities for gel and immunofixation electrophoresis.
The BJP range facilitates protein concentration from urine and cerebrospinal fluid samples, supporting diagnostic workflows for conditions including multiple myeloma and meningitis. The ultrafiltration membrane-based devices operate without centrifugation and incorporate dead-stop technology to prevent over-concentration of samples.
Sample preparation flexibility
The system accommodates volumes from 1 mL to 10 mL, with capacity expandable to 20 mL via an optional reservoir. Clear volume markings enable precise sample handling and concentration factor determination.
Complementary diagnostic tools Alongside the BJP concentrators, Vivaproducts has introduced Vivafree centrifugal filters as direct replacements for Centrifree filters.
These IVD-approved devices are designed for therapeutic drug monitoring applications, specifically free drug sample separation for compounds such as phenytoin and valproic acid. Early adopters report cost reductions exceeding 35% compared to previous solutions.
The expanded product range maintains continuity of established diagnostic protocols whilst offering workflow and economic advantages. Both the BJP concentrators and Vivafree filters are positioned as drop-in replacements for discontinued Millipore products, requiring minimal protocol adaptation.
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