RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

GE Healthcare has introduced illustra triplePrep, a kit for the rapid and simultaneous isolation of genomic DNA, RNA and total denatured protein from a single undivided sample in less than one hour.

Oxford Gene Technology (OGT) has launched the latest versions of its CytoSure family of high-resolution oligonucleotide arrays, offering even more coverage than before for cytogenetic syndromes and accurate whole genome aberration detection.

The Primo Star iLED fluorescence microscope from Carl Zeiss detects tuberculosis (TB) pathogens four times faster and with 10% greater sensitivity than traditional brightfield microscopes, while offering a rugged, inexpensive and energy-efficient format. Key to the performance is the integration of an energy saving light-emitting diode (LED) light source with the high-quality Zeiss optics.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is marking the second century of man-made plastics by offering valuable ways to trial Thermo Scientific ABgene PCR and QPCR plates through a Plate of the Month initiative.

Now that winter has arrived and we find ourselves faced with the season of respiratory infections, Quest Biomedical can offer products that can help to diagnose these particular diseases very effectively.

Oxoid offers a range of diagnostic tools for the detection of respiratory disease caused by influenza virus types A and B. The Xpect Flu A&B test (pictured) detects and differentiates influenza types A and B directly from nose and throat swabs, and provides a clearly visible result that is easily interpreted in just 20 minutes. No specialised equipment or expertise is required.

Ipsogen has launched MapQuant Dx HER2 test. Developed on the MapQuant Dx microarray diagnostic platform, MapQuant Dx HER2 measures a set of HER2-amplified genes that correlate with HER2 protein expression. This new HER2 test provides reliable, intelligible and decisive information for pathologists, oncologists and patients.

Scientific research requiring environmental monitoring can now be achieved more easily with the new Dickson multi-feature digital display temperature and humidity data loggers with push-to-start and push-to-stop functions. A temperature-only version is also available.

Lab Pal has been developed and tested specifically for laboratory conditions. This label printer is ideal for identifying samples permanently, legibly and accurately.

The DS2 is a state-of-the-art enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) processor with features often only found on high-capacity ELISA platforms.

Using the latest version of VenturiOne flow cytometry data analysis software, up to 400 files can be analysed concurrently in less than 10 seconds. This speed is a direct result of the multiprocessor technology that lies at the heart of Applied Cytometry’s VenturiOne concept. In addition, VenturiOne v3 also produces significantly enhanced reports, generated from within the software.

Anachem has introduced Bambanker, a serumfree medium designed to improve cell recovery rates. Bambanker enables long-term storage of cultured cells directly at –80°C and in liquid nitrogen. The medium can be used to freeze and preserve valuable and sensitive tumour or nontumour culture cells.

Microbiology specialist Lab M has launched the first product in its new range of dehydrated culture media for the isolation of Cronobacter sakazakii. Formerly known as Enterobacter sakazakii, this largely environmental organism has been associated with serious infections in newborns fed on infant formula milk.

Don Whitley Scientific has launched ASpecT, a fully-automated inoculating and streaking device. The system processes liquid samples efficiently for microbiological analysis using up to nine types of culture media simultaneously.

Millipore has announced the availability of the new Elix Advantage water purification system, which provides highquality pure water from the tap. Featuring Millipore’s patented Elix electrodeionisation technology, coupled with a ‘green’ design philosophy, the Elix Advantage system offers users the best in pure water, quality and convenience.

Inverness Medical has introduced its new TECHLAB C. DIFF QUIK CHEK COMPLETE rapid test as an in vitro diagnostic aid for Clostridium difficileassociated disease (CDAD).

Thermo Fisher Scientific now offers indelible black alphanumeric grid referencing as a standard feature on the ABgene 96-well non-skirted polymerase chain reaction (PCR) plate (AB-0600-L). This makes it easier for users to identify individual wells by eye. The raised black letters are an integral part of the plate and are unaffected by rubbing or temperature changes during processing, ensuring that the lettering remains clearly visible at all times.

Starna has introduced a new DNA quality control standard in an easy-to-use liquid vial (1.5 mL) that provides Starna’s DNACON 260/280 reference material in a consumable format suitable for use in ‘drop technology’ systems.

Nikon Instruments’ A1 series of confocal laser scanner systems is now enhanced by the launch of the A1Si spectral detector option, which provides fast 32-channel spectral imaging with speeds of up to 16 fps at 512 x 64 pixels and real-time spectral unmixing. This cell-friendly system offers the ultimate solution for reducing light exposure during multiprobe studies, capturing full spectral data in just one fast scan.

Cisbio Bioassays has launched Chromoa, its chromogranin A enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) diagnostic tool. The new kit complements Cisbio’s existing chromogranin A radioimmunoassay (RIACT) kit and can be used by all laboratories for the detection and monitoring of neuroendocrine tumours.