As part of our on-going development programme, we have recently introduced CAT-ID™ – a one disc test for the simple screening of carbapenemase-producing-Enterobacteriaceae (CPE). With no measurement required, CPE screening could not be easier as results can be easily interpreted via simple observation. CAT-ID™ can also be used in conjunction with Mast Carbapenemase Detection Set (D70C) and mastdiscs™ AST – Temocillin, for confirmation of KPC, MBL and OXA-48 enzymes.
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Sclavo Diagnostics International now offers a complete system for coagulation named KOS. Sclavo KOS 1 is a single channel coagulation analyser, while KOS 2 is a dual channel system. They can be used with all of the company’s coagulation reagents which have the applications ready for both instruments. KOS 1 & KOS 2 support clotting, chromogenic or immunoturbidimetric assays and are easy to operate. KOS 1 uses microvolumes (75 μl total) and is a compact, light weight instrument. KOS 2 allows double determination and PT+APTT profile testing. It also features a magnetic reagent stirrer and a dual stopwatch function. The Sclavo coagulation reagents are a complete line for diagnostic screening and special tests with applications developed for automated systems.
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Designed for urinalysis testing with the Mission urinalysis reagent strips, the updated Mission U500 analyser includes over 15 strip combinations, 8 builtin languages, and the ability to input colour and clarity all accessible through the new LCD colour touch screen. The Mission U500 urine analyser tests up to 500 tests/hour to fit medium/large volume sample testing. The analyser handles 14 different parameters including Microalbumin, Creatinine, and Calcium. The results are delivered via printouts with the ability to store up to 2,000 test results in the analyser’s memory searchable by test number, patient ID, date, STAT results, and QC results. The Mission U500 urine analyser offers professional accuracy combined with trusted technology, delivering confidence in results in any clinical setting.
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This ultra-low temperature freezer is designed to offer laboratories a greener solution: less power consumption, less noise and higher efficiency without compromising the integrity of samples. The Thermo Scientific TSX ultra-low temperature freezer features natural refrigerants for lower environmental impact and higher cooling efficiency. Due to its intuitive design, the TSX freezer uses up to 50 percent less energy than conventional refrigerant ultra-low freezers and delivers temperature uniformity that continuously adapts to a laboratory’s environment. Conventional ultra-low temperature freezers use single-speed compressors that continually cycle on and off , resulting in poor temperature recovery following door openings. The TSX ultra-low temperature freezer is equipped with the unique V-Drive technology. When conditions are stable, the V-Drive is designed to operate at a low speed to reduce energy consumption while maintaining a uniform temperature. When dealing with frequent door openings or when samples are added to the freezer, the control system detects the activity and increases the drive speed to bring temperatures quickly back to the set point. The V-Drive also helps limit sound output to 46 db(A), making the TSX freezer up to 20 times quieter, comparable to a conventional refrigerator. For busy labs, the constant, disruptive noise created by compressors can compromise communications and create a less–than-ideal working environment. The freezer also utilizes water-blown foam insulation, which eliminates the off -gassing typical of urethane-insulated freezers. Additional product features include a 600-box sample capacity to maximize storage within a 1.06m2 footprint, intuitive touch screen interface for access to vital freezer information, and on-board computer and USB port for data storage and exchange. The TSX freezer is now available in Europe in a 50 Hz version.
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