RECENT PRODUCT NEWS

The new XP26PC liquidhandling calibration device from Mettler Toledo is a fast, user-friendly system for calibrating singlechannel micropipettes. In just a few seconds, it can calibrate dispensed volumes as low as 1 ∞L, which complies with the ISO 8655 standard.

Complete with comprehensive on-board software for qualitative, quantitative and kinetic applications, integral shaking and extensive memory for both results and methods storage, the Anthos MultiRead 400 standalone reader offers versatility, reliability and fast reading times.

Image analysis is one of the fastest growing methods for particle characterisation, offering the measurement of particle shape in addition to size. In support of this increasing trend, Whitehouse Scientific has developed a new range of glass calibration microspheres.

The comprehensive test menu on SebiaÆs Capillarys system now extends to the identification and quantification of haemoglobinopathies, including Γ-thalassaemia and sickle cell anaemia.

Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched a new range of single-shot moulded ultrarigid polypropylene 96-well polymerase chain reaction (PCR) plates, which means that scientists can eliminate the problem of disruption to workflow caused typically by plate warping. The Thermo Scientific ABgene SuperPlate range comprises skirted and semiskirted plates manufactured from a single material in a single process.

Computer Imprintable Label Systems (CILS) has launched its new CIL 9100R range of durable yet removable labels that are ideal for labelling glassware that needs to be re-used. This saves time and inconvenience when trying to remove conventional labels.

In a study by the Carolinas Medical Centre, North Carolina, USA, Inverness MedicalÆs Clearview Simplify D-dimer rapid test has been shown to be as effective in diagnosing pulmonary embolism as is quantitative laboratory testing. The research, presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress in Sorrento, Italy, details how the qualitative Simplify test not only ôdemonstrated similar diagnostic accuracyö, but is more versatile for rapid point-of-care use in emergency departments.

Don Whitley Scientific has announced a new addition to its comprehensive microbiology product range. Biomic V3, manufactured by US company Giles Scientific, automates the reading and interpretation of British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy (BSAC) antibiotic susceptibility test plates and commercial identification test panels for bacteria and yeast.

Millipore has unveiled its new state-ofthe- art website. Powered by a fast, robust search engine, the new website integrates scientific taxonomy and content, allowing customers to find what they need by application, product type, pathway diagrams or research topic.

Nikon has expanded its Eclipse series with the new LV-Universal Design Microscope (UDM). Bringing together NikonÆs renowned CFI 60 and CFI LU60 infinity optics, the LV-UDM has a truly modular design, and allows seven different contrast techniques to be selected.

A revolutionary test for the detection of mutations associated with colorectal cancer has been launched by Randox. This early, patient-friendly test allows the analysis of DNA in stool samples without the need for dietary or medication changes.

Applied Biosystems has announced the worldwide commercial availability of the SOLiD system, the companyÆs nextgeneration DNA sequencing platform.

Carl Zeiss has added a flagship stereomicroscope to its range with the launch of the SteREO Discovery V20.

Oxoid has launched a new direct immunofluorescence test for the rapid detection and identification of human metapneumovirus (hMPV) in human clinical specimens. With results in less than 30 minutes, and requiring only standard microbiological equipment, IMAGEN hMPV enables clinical laboratories of any size to screen for this important cause of acute respiratory tract illness.

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Absolute Vision, a specialist developer of data matrix and optical code reading solutions, has launched the BioScan Solo Pro, a compact, high-speed single-tube code reader with an integral two-line display and keypad.

Abbott Diagnostics has developed a panel of congenital assays for its popular Architect platform. These assays can be used for the detection of human cytomegalovirus (CMV), Toxoplasma gondii and rubella virus.

Inverness Medical has introduced two rapid diagnostic tests for the detection of influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) û Clearview Exact Influenza A & B and Clearview RSV. The Clearview range of rapid respiratory tests delivers reliable results so unnecessary treatment, hospitalisation and administration time can be eliminated.

Qiagen offers a comprehensive range of PCR and RT-PCR products and has now added a fast-cycling PCR kit and a special refrigerator-stored DNA polymerase to its range of standard, hot-start, multiplex, long-range and high-fidelity end-point PCR kits.

Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched ABgene SmartCap mats to provide biomedical scientists with a fast and effective capping option for cluster tubes. SmartCap mats have a wide temperature range and are the only non-pierced septum plug seals currently available in the life sciences that can be stored down to vapour phase liquid nitrogen.