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Mycobacterial identification: a comparison of molecular detection methods
Molecular techniques have improved the turnaround time of test to identifying mycobacterial organisms. Here. Ann Barrett and colleagues assess the strengths and weaknesses of several methods. (Image: CDC/Dr George P Kubica)
A haematology landmark: the Kettering experience
A milestone event for haematology automation took place in Kettering recently, but to the biomedical scientists this represented so much more than simple numerical success, as Simon Kimber explains.
Optimising urine microbiology: the Whitfield Street Laboratory experience
Streamlined automation in support of urine microbiology has had a significant impact on the staff of, and service provided by, one London laboratory.
Delivering point-of-care testing in a managed service contract
Last October, Maple House in Birmingham was the venue for an event that focused on the management and provision of point-of-care testing in the modern healthcare environment. An informative and thought provoking-workshop, ‘How to Deliver Point-of-Care Testing in a Managed Service Contract’, brought together healthcare companies, VAT experts and legal advisers to discuss the topical issues around the procurement of services by the NHS.
The PQT Conference: a Pathology in Practice event
In May, Pathology in Practice will host the first in a series of one-day conferences designed to provide those in laboratory medicine with the information needed to meet the professional challenges found in the modern healthcare environment.
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Preservation of viral DNA after storage: comparison of two transport systems
Gary Eltringham and Andrew Sails assess two bacterial storage and transport systems for use in the detection of viral DNA, with an analysis of storage conditions and the effect of the presence of contaminating Escherichia coli.
(Image: CDC/Dr Fred Murphy, Sylvia Whitfield)
Biomedical Science Congress: a commercial perspective, past, present and future
Company Members represent a proactive and supportive class of IBMS membership. Here, Mark Reed provides information on this often under-recognised group that does much to strengthen the symbiotic relationship between profession and commerce.
Streamlining blood science workflow through automation
Ninewells Hospital blood sciences laboratory is overcoming the challenges of increasing demand and ever-tighter budgets by implementing automation. Here, Bill Barlett provides an insight into progress on Tayside.
Haemoglobin variant identification using the Thermo Fisher TSQ Quantum Ultra
Sarah Battle and colleagues develop a single method able to screen for and identify haemoglobin variants, include some rare subtypes.
Evaluation of two swab types in the rapid detection of MRSA using a PCR analyser
Recent advances in microbiology automation have seen the increased use of liquid transport swabs. In this comparative assessment of two systems, Kamran Khan and Helen Jones look at suitability in molecular methods.
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Rapid oral anticoagulation reversal and other developments
With over a million UK patients now on oral anticoagulants, the requirement for rapid warfarin reversal therapy is becoming increasingly necessary. Here, transfusion scientist Barry Hill talks to a leading industry specialist about the latest developments.
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Point-of-care urine analysis: independent evaluation at Addenbrooke’s Hospital
The team at Ballymena-based CIGA Healthcare is celebrating after receiving the results of an independent evaluation of its new SURESIGN professional urine analyser and test strips.
Molecular diagnostics: introducing a new company to the United Kingdom
Vela Diagnostics, new to the UK, offers a flexible approach to various same-day testing demands without the need for complex laboratory systems. Richard Pallin explains.
Driving UK laboratories forward with innovation and technological excellence
This year has been a pivotal one for Beckman Coulter, with an expansion of its customer base across a range of laboratory sizes. Here, Leanne Annereau talks about recent successes and future prospects.
Ensuring patient safety during point-of-care diagnostic testing
The coordination of point-of-care blood glucose testing has been enhanced in one south-east trust by the introduction of an integrated system, as Phil Bates explains.
Detection of anti-tTG using chemiluminescence technology
Various immunological methods have been used to diagnose coeliac disease. Here, Charlene Porter, Irene Gray and David Wilson assess an alternative platform for the detection of anti-tTG.
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Urine collection brought up to date
Urine collection has changed little over the past centuries; now, however, vacuum technology is set to improve the situation for patients and the laboratory, as Colin Freeman explains.
Congress exhibition: where worlds and opportunities meet
The Congress programme clearly demonstrates the vital importance of the symbiotic relationship that exists between the commercial sector and the profession it supports. Attendance, however, offers so much more.
Electrochemical assay attracts global interest
The latest diagnostic technology will provide quantitative, laboratory-grade analytical results at the point of sampling, giving accurate answers to important questions and allowing fast decision-making in the field.
Single-step surface and intracellular staining without centrifugation
A new flow cytometry technique from Beckman Coulter is set to speed and simplify whole blood sample preparation, as Norman Maidment explains.
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