A complete range of kits for the testing of urinary proteins is available. Such tests are particularly useful from a diagnostic viewpoint, providing important information for the diagnosis of renal diseases, monitoring and differential analysis of proteinurias. All reagents are latex-based, ready-to-use and validated according to the international CLSI protocols. Within the range, urinary-Transferrin, urinary-Albumin (micro-albuminuria), and urinary-IgG, are of paramount importance. Albuminuria is one of the most important markers for damages to the endothelium. Pathological levels of urinary albumin (micro-albuminuria) are present in diabetes, hypertension, and during the early stages of preeclampsia. Transferrin and albumin together are pathognomonic of selective glomerular proteinuria. If the IgG levels rise the glomerular proteinuria becomes non selective. The accuracy guaranteed by the method allows correct calculation of the Cameron index (ratio between IgG clearance and transferrin clearance). The urinary proteins kits are available as both turbidimetry and nephelometry. The dedicated product lines include calibrators and controls whose assigned values are in accordance with International Scientific Committee’s guidelines. All urine testing products from Sclavo are available in specific formats and packaging developed for all Sclavo Systems (Sclavo Palio, Dirui, Konelab), Sclavo EasyNeph (nephelometry), in addition to the multi-purpose format. Along with specific proteins kits, the company offers a dedicated kit for testing total urinary proteins, highly sensitive to both tubular proteins, as well as Bence-Jones proteinuria, ensuring reliable and accurate results.
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Laboratory automation solution
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaFor lower- and mid-volume labs, whose budgets are often particularly constrained and where track-based automation may not be the right approach, VersaCell X3 Solution delivers several advantages. The new platform maintains its small footprint and upright design, but now connects up to three Siemens analysers through a single robotic sample interface for increased productivity gains. By supporting a customized mix of chemistry, immunoassay and/or integrated systems and associated assay menus, VersaCell X3 Solution helps labs reduce operator sample handling, better prioritize staff work and eliminate pre- and post-analytical processing—all through one-touch sample management. A conveniently placed priority drawer on VersaCell X3 Solution, situated above existing routine sample drawers, provides eight new STAT positions and frees up 50 sample positions for routine processing, enhancing STAT management and increasing overall sample routing flexibility. Plus, modifications to VersaCell X3 Solution’s signature robotic arm also enable it to support both rounded and flat-bottom tubes, and the incorporation of a docking plate reduces service intervention time for all connected systems, increasing uptime so that labs can continue to deliver results to clinicians on time. A centralized screen on VersaCell X3 Solution provides consolidated, single-operator access to all connected analysers, and further data consolidation is achievable through a connection to Siemens’ CentraLink™ Data Management System.
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BeneSphera Brand Hematology Analyzers
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaAvantor™ Performance Materials offers BeneSphera™ brand hematology analysers for human or veterinary applications, available in select markets* in Europe and Asia.
Together with J.T.Baker® brand reagent products from Avantor, BeneSphera™ brand hematology analysers can help your testing operation achieve optimal performance.
BeneSphera™ brand hematology analysers from Avantor enable you to perform in vitro examination of specimens derived from the human body. These reliable, easy-to-use analysers are capable of monitoring a 3-part differential population.
Avantor also offers the BeneSphera™ brand 3-part differential VET hematology analyser – capable of analyzing specimens from eleven species of animals.
Both analysers have a throughput of 60 samples per hour and only need 9.6 µL of whole blood sample volume to provide twenty parameters and three histograms.
Visit: www.avantormaterials.com/Diagnostics-Global for more information
or send us an email: avantor.emea@avantormaterials.com
*For availability and more information, contact your local Avantor Account Representative or distributor.
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LACTATE SCOUT+
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaLactate Scout+ for simple, accurate and reliable lactate measurement in three easy steps. The pocket-size device is easy to use, requires just a 0.2 ul of capillary blood and delivers results within 10 seconds.
New features and functionality now mean the device can be used in new medical applications – launching at Medica 2013.
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Urine analyzer for medium size laboratories: fast, reliable and accurate
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaThe new LabUReader Plus 2 semi-automated Urine Analyzer is designed to fulfill the requirements of medium size laboratories by reading and evaluating the LabStrip U11 Plus urine test strips with 500 tests/hour throughput. Easy operation via touch screen, continuous loading and fast processing of test strips and auto start functionality accelerate urinalysis and provide maximum efficiency. Advanced, patented measurement technique guarantees fast and accurate results. User friendly software ensures flexible testing and reporting options as well as effective data management. Manual entry of color and turbidity data improves clinical utility. Advanced quality control functions and operator management ensure a high level of compliance and security. Automated result and worklist transmission is enabled by LIS connectivity. More accurate data entry and reduced transcription errors can be achieved by optional barcode reader and external keyboard. Continuing its predecessor’s mission, the new LabUReader Plus 2 features simple operation, cost efficiency, and high quality.
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Calcium-Cresolphtalein reagent
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaCalcium in the sample (serum, plasma or urine) reacts with o-cresolphtalein complexone (o-CPC) forming a coloured complex that can be measured by spectrophotometry. BioSystems covers different calcium CPC presentation kits adjusted to different analysers as well as manual presentations which include an aqueous primary standard. Despite this, it is recommended to calibrate using a biochemistry calibrator, bovine-(18011) or human-(18044) based. The calcium concentration values for all serum reference materials provided for this new method are the same as for the MTB method.
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Kits for urinary protein testing
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaA complete range of kits for the testing of urinary proteins is available. Such tests are particularly useful from a diagnostic viewpoint, providing important information for the diagnosis of renal diseases, monitoring and differential analysis of proteinurias. All reagents are latex-based, ready-to-use and validated according to the international CLSI protocols. Within the range, urinary-Transferrin, urinary-Albumin (micro-albuminuria), and urinary-IgG, are of paramount importance. Albuminuria is one of the most important markers for damages to the endothelium. Pathological levels of urinary albumin (micro-albuminuria) are present in diabetes, hypertension, and during the early stages of preeclampsia. Transferrin and albumin together are pathognomonic of selective glomerular proteinuria. If the IgG levels rise the glomerular proteinuria becomes non selective. The accuracy guaranteed by the method allows correct calculation of the Cameron index (ratio between IgG clearance and transferrin clearance). The urinary proteins kits are available as both turbidimetry and nephelometry. The dedicated product lines include calibrators and controls whose assigned values are in accordance with International Scientific Committee’s guidelines. All urine testing products from Sclavo are available in specific formats and packaging developed for all Sclavo Systems (Sclavo Palio, Dirui, Konelab), Sclavo EasyNeph (nephelometry), in addition to the multi-purpose format. Along with specific proteins kits, the company offers a dedicated kit for testing total urinary proteins, highly sensitive to both tubular proteins, as well as Bence-Jones proteinuria, ensuring reliable and accurate results.
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Colorectal cancer screening test
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaBiohit is introducing the new ColonView Hb and Hb/ Hp tests, which are intended for simple detection of fecal occult blood in stool samples. The detection of blood is based on sensitive and specific immunochemical detection of human hemoglobin or hemoglobin/haptoglobin complex. The principal application of the tests is to screen for lower gastrointestinal pathologies, such as colorectal cancers and large adenomas that bleed. The quick and simple, one-step lateral flow tests require no dietary restrictions and give results in only 15 minutes.
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Immunochemical fecal occult blood test
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaVarious Fecal occult blood tests (FOBTs) are available, however, many have a high rate of inaccuracies and false positives. The Hemosure iFOBT (FIT) -fecal immunochemical test- doesn’t require drug or diet restrictions, only one test is needed and it has a higher patient compliance rate. A rapid, convenient and odourless qualitative, sandwich dye conjugate immunoassay, the test employs a unique combination of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies to selectively identify elevated levels of human hemoglobin as low as 50 ng / mL in five minutes. It is a useful aid in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding in a number of GI disorders, e.g. diverticulitis, colitis, polyps, and colorectal cancer. The immunochemical test is specific to human hemoglobin and reduces false positives while offering the correct level of specificity and sensitivity for accurate reading.
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Liquid chemistry controls
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaContaining 100 analytes all within one vial, Acusera Liquid Assayed Chemistry Premium and Premium Plus drastically reduce the number of individual controls a laboratory needs to run, whilst ensuring highly accurate results. The controls contain a unique combination of proteins, lipids, immunoassays, cardiac markers, therapeutic drugs and routine chemistry analytes. High levels of CRP and key proteins eliminate the need for multiple controls. The controls are assayed, with clinically significant values provided for a range of analysers at key decision points. Available in three concentration levels covering the full clinical range, the controls are liquid for ease of use and highly stable when stored at -20 to -70°C with open vial stability of up to 7 days at +2-8°C. Manufactured using high quality human-based serum, ensuring performance that closely mirrors patient samples, these true third party controls enable unbiased and independent assessment of analytical performance.
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Human African Trypanosomiasis test
, /in Product News /by 3wmediaHuman African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) or sleeping sickness is a life threatening neglected tropical infection affecting rural population in sub-Saharan Africa. The disease causes severe neurological disorders often leading to death if not treated. Since years, HAT control has been facilitated by the Card Agglutination Test for Trypanosomiasis (CATT/T.b.gambiense), which is particularly suited for large scale screening. But now, with the steadily decreasing prevalence of HAT, specificity becomes a critical parameter. Furthermore, the target population lives in precarious conditions (without electricity) and this test must be robust enough to be carried out in very difficult conditions. A new diagnostic test stable at ambient temperature, cheap and that can be performed with minimal training is the best solution. To fulfil all these requirements, Coris BioConcept has developed the “HAT Sero K-SeT”, which has been successfully validated in the DR of Congo (specificity of 98,6 % ; sensitivity of 98,5 % ; n=493).
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