Designed for labs that work under difficult conditions, this 3-population, 60-test/hour blood cell counter  functions in all environments and continually delivers excellent results at an affordable rate for labs. Extremely reliable, the Countender 20+ exhibits zero technical failures during the first 2 years and a mean time between failures of minimum 2 years on average. Its robustness is its greatest attribute. Featuring 20 parameters and 3 histograms, the COUNTENDER 20+ is equipped with ELENOR, an electronic noise reduction system that ensures very accurate platelet counts. An integrated data management system allows operators to easily compile coordinated reports. This blood cell counter also has one of the lowest consumption rates of reagents on the market. Coupled with simplified maintenance operations and the long shelf-life of SFRI dedicated reagents (up to 36 months), the instrument has low servicing  requirements and significantly reduces the cost of tests for labs.
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The Active-B12 assay from Axis-Shield provides an innovative and highly accurate method for assessing Vitamin B12 status and is now available in the USA. The Axis-Shield assay measures Holotranscobalamin, the bio-active form of the vitamin. Holotranscobalamin represents only 10-30% of circulating B12 but is the only form taken up and utilised by the cells of the body – the Active-B12 assay therefore gives a more accurate assessment of the body’s B12 status. The use of a specific monoclonal antibody for Holotranscobalamin means that the assay does not suffer from the interference from anti-Intrinsic Factor antibodies which can be a medically serious failing of some traditional Vitamin B12 testing methods. The Axis-Shield Active-B12 assay is a standard 96-well ELISA with break-apart strips and is supplied with all required reagents, calibrators and controls. The kit is compatible with liquid-handling automates for higher throughput.
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A new and unique research use only (RUO) assay launched in partnership with Future Diagnostics will help to normalize free vitamin D (FVD) levels despite the effects of variations in Vitamin D Binding proteins (VDBP) that occur in certain pathologies , e.g. pregnancy, liver disease, end stage renal disease and dialysis . Conventional total 25 OH Vitamin D assays by LC/MS-MS or immunoassay can give misleading results in these physiological conditions because these assays utilize a sample pre-treatment step that destroys the VDBP. The DIAsource Free 25 OH Vitamin D ELISA provides a more accurate assessment of the bioactive FVD in the patient sample. The levels of FVD measured in this assay are in the range of 1.1 pg/mL to 40 pg/mL with a 10 uL serum sample.
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The VEDALAB Easy Reader+ is a rapid test quantitative reader including the most advanced and up-to-date technology for in vitro diagnostic use. Key features of Easy Reader+ include flexible user interface offering easy mode and advanced mode; integrated printer and touch screen; optimal communication with USB A, USB B, Ethernet and RS232 interfaces. Data storage of the last 1,000 results with images is provided. This multilingual, battery-operated affordable instrument is currently usable for 34 parameters with more to come.

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A new line of economical general purpose water baths that combine exceptional temperature control with full-featured digital functionality and ease of operation is now available. Designed to accommodate a wide variety of clinical and laboratory applications, these versatile water baths maintain bath temperatures from ambient +5° to 99.9°C with ±0.1° stability and ±0.2°C uniformity. They are available with 2, 5, 10, 20, or 28 litre single chamber reservoirs. In addition to precise temperature control, PolyScience water baths feature a digital temperature readout that displays both the actual bath temperature and set point temperature simultaneously, three user-defined temperature preset buttons for the quick selection of frequently used temperature set points, and an integrated timer. Bath temperature can be displayed in either °C or °F. For added operational convenience, all models include a steeply gabled tilting cover that accommodates glassware of varying heights and permits easy loading and removal of samples while allowing condensate to drain neatly back into the bath. Baths with a 10 litre or large reservoir are also equipped with a reservoir drain. All models come equipped with a diffuser tray and test tube holding rack or racks.

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