A range of new assays has been released by Siemens for use on the ADVIA Centaur and IMMULITE XPi 2000 systems. The range includes anti-CCP used as an aid in the evaluation of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) and the first automated quantitative thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI) assay used in the diagnosis of Graves’ disease. The ADVIA Centaur anti-CCP assay is for use in the semi-quantitative determination of the IgG class of autoantibodies specific to cyclic citrullinated peptide (CCP) in human serum and plasma, aiding with the diagnosis of RA. The assay provides 96% specificity for an early accurate diagnosis of RA, ensuring improved patient care by allowing timely intervention and treatment. The Siemens IMMULITE 2000 XPi thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI) assay specifically detects thyroid stimulating antibodies, which are the hallmark of Graves’ disease, unlike the commonly used TRAb assay which detects both stimulating and blocking antibodies. This makes the assay highly specific, to aid in the disease’s diagnosis. With a clinical sensitivity and specificity of 98.3% and 99.7% respectively, it ensures laboratories can provide a fast, easy and specific diagnosis. The addition of the new assays to the existing extensive range will help laboratory staff integrate testing into routine workflow, reducing the need for send-away testing. This enables laboratories to reduce operational costs and time, as well as becoming more productive and efficient.
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The Stanbio Chemistry Procalcitonin (PCT) LiquiColor Assay enables the quantitative determination of PCT in serum samples, EDTA or lithium heparin plasma samples by latex enhanced immunoturbidimetric methodology. Procalcitonin is a marker for bacterial infection and sepsis and has been recognized as an important adjunct marker in the diagnosis of sepsis. Fast, accurate and convenient, the test provides a precise result, which correlates well with established methodology, within 10 minutes and requires just 20 µL of sample. The reagents may be used on almost any liquid-based chemistry analyser with open-channel capability. In addition, the reagent kit, calibrator and control sets are all available separately. The assay can be performed on a customer’s existing chemistry analyser with the same collection tube used for analysis of other chemistry tests.  Therefore, it will provide optimized lab workflow by eliminating the need to split a sample or have a dedicated off-line workstation. These features will provide any lab with a cost-effective solution for PCT testing.

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Randox offers an extensive range of diagnostic reagents, giving biochemistry laboratories the opportunity to advance their routine and niche testing

Randox has been providing laboratories with revolutionary diagnostic solutions for over 30 years. Our experience and expertise has facilitated the creation of a leading product portfolio of diagnostic reagents which are internationally recognised as being of the highest quality.

Randox offer more than 100 clinical assays, covering testing panels such as antioxidants, cardiac, coagulation, diabetes, drugs of abuse testing, lipids, renal function, specific proteins and therapeutic drug monitoring.

Furthermore, the Randox reagents range goes beyond routine chemistries. At Randox we re-invest significantly in research and development to ensure we meet the ever changing needs of the laboratory. As a result, the automated biochemistry reagents range from Randox is extensive and includes sLDL, Lp(a), H-FABP, Cystatin C, Adiponectin, Bile Acids, D-3- Hydroxybutyrate, NEFA, TAS and Zinc.

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Based on a dual system of nephelometry and turbidimetry test with high sensitivity, the QR-1000 fully automatic CRP analyser utilizes a replaceable laser device and integrated  detection system and offers a large detecting range. Testing speed is 60T/Hour and the tests may be run on peripheral whole blood, venous whole blood, serum or plasma samples. The analyser automatically detects the remaining reagent volume and calculates the number of tests available.
All results are shown on the same screen, which can be printed. Conversion of HCT value in whole blood makes result uniform in whole blood and serum. Other features include a 5.6 inch LCD touch screen, an integrated barcode scanner, a 3 RS232C interface for data transmission to an external printer or external barcode scanner and unlimited result storage.

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The FDA-approved EUROPattern system provides fully automated evaluation of indirect immunof luorescence tests for anti-nuclear antibodies (ANA), antineutrophil antibodies (ANCA) and now also Crithidia luciliae (CLIFT), EUROPLUS antigens and cellbased assays (e.g. anti-neuronal antibodies). The EUROPattern system consists of a fully automated microscope with slide magazine and advanced diagnostic software for rapid recording, interpretation and archiving of IFT images. Up to 500 analyses can be processed in 2.5 hours, corresponding to 18 seconds per field. Slides are correctly identified by means of matrix codes. The controlled LED in the microscope provides over 50,000 hours of constant light intensity, ensuring highly reproducible results. Positive and negative results for the substrates are clearly differentiated by the powerful software. Crithidiae evaluation is based on specific kinetoplast fluorescence rather than just dark-light classification, increasing reliability. Different ANA, anti-cytoplasmic and ANCA patterns are reliably identified, even if more than one antibody is present. Furthermore, the software provides titre designations with confidence values. Images from further substrates such as liver, kidney and stomach or the new anti-Zika assay can be automatically recorded and archived. Images and results are viewed at the PC screen, and can be checked retrospectively at the microscope if necessary. The software consolidates all results into one report per patient and also compares new findings with previous records. Different user levels provide a hierarchical review of results, thus increasing security. The software can be fully integrated into existing laboratory software (LIS) for a streamlined laboratory routine.
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