Designed to enhance workflow and streamline processes to help laboratories quickly, reliably and cost-effectively meet ever-increasing workload demands, the ADVIA Chemistry XPT System is a fast system for the high-volume laboratory with a throughput of up to 2400 tests per hour. It achieves predictable turnaround times through a combination of micro-volume technology and aliquot retention. Sample aliquots are readily available onboard for testing and retesting; there is no need to return the tube to the system. The system also includes VeriSmart Technology, a combination of hardware and software checks to help ensure high-quality test results, and can be connected to the company’s CentraLink Data Management System, which streamlines workflow across automation, IT and instruments, and Siemens Remote Service (SRS).

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The new PlasmaPrep-12 centrifuge is suitable for use in both the hospital and laboratory. It is designed for STAT serum/plasma separation and is perfect for coagulation studies. Enabling fast blood separation and easy to use, it is controlled by a microprocessor with four pre-programmed spin times. These include the Platelet Poor Plasma mode providing serum or plasma separations in three minutes and the Platelet Rich Plasma mode providing platelet rich plasma in just 30 seconds.

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New CILS-8100X labels naturally conform/bond to curved surfaces without detaching….

● Technically developed CILS adhesive for all laboratory environments and labware surfaces.

●  Unique CILS computer printable surface coating for ‘in-lab’ Laser & Thermal Transfer data printing!

●   Perfect for: Tubes, vials, Cryo-vials, Petri-dishes, Glass beakers, Barcoding, IVF liquid straws, Clinical trials, Bottles, beakers, etc.

●   Labels resistant to: Extreme Temperatures (-80°C to +155°C), Freezer storage, Laboratory solvents, Cleaning Agents, Water baths, Humidity & Moisture, Repeated Handling, etc.
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Blood lactate concentration is directly related to the availability of oxygen: when the amount of oxygen is inadequate in cells and tissues (hypoxia), the anaerobic carbohydrate metabolism leads to lactic acidosis. So, lactic concentration is increased in any type of tissue hypoxia, such as severe congestive heart failure, shock of any etiology (septic, cardiogenic…), severe anemia or monoxide carbon intoxication. Lactic acidosis can also happen in favourable tissue oxygenation, as in leukemia and solid tumours where the cause may be excessive lactate production by the neoplastic tissue. Other causes include poorly controlled diabetes or severe hepatic insufficiency. Lactate levels may also increase during intense exercise, causing a transitory and benign lactic acidosis. A cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) lactate test may be ordered, along with a blood lactate test, to help distinguish between viral and bacterial meningitis. Increased levels also occur in any clinical condition associated with reduced oxygenation of brain and/or increased intracranial pressure. This new lactate reagent is based on the Lactate Oxidase/Peroxidase method, which is more convenient for random access–type equipment because of its long stability on board and lack of cross contamination when compared with the Lactate Dehydrogenase method.
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V-Chromer III is a slide stainer with a pre-programmed standardized May-Grunwald Giemsa staining protocol. Protection of personnel and environment is supported by the utilization of charcoal filter for evaporation control while odours are neutralized. Featuring minimal reagent consumption, the instrument prevents contamination of reagents thanks to a drip system and doesn’t require connection to a water supply and drainage system.
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