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Boston Cell Standards secures first FDA clearance for anatomic pathology controls.
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance introduces first immunohistochemistry IHControls panel for evaluating breast cancers.
NovoPath 360 now includes more integrated workflows
Laboratory information systems (LIS) company NovoPath has released enhanced integrated workflows for genetic and molecular testing.
Biotium’s new Gel-Bright offers superior illumination
The Gel-Bright laser diode gel illuminator is more sensitive than blue LED illuminators for red dyes, without UV hazards.
Rapid PCR MRSA/SA testing now available on Vivalytic
Providing a quick diagnosis of methicillin resistance at the point of care, the latest addition to the Vivalytic portfolio of tests not only provides rapid RT-PCR results in 53 minutes but differentiates between methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and methicillin-sensitive S. aureus (MSSA), which promotes targeted therapy.
Rapid detection of Gram-negative bacteria
ViroStat has introduced new antibodies to enable the quicker detection of Gram-negative bacteria.
Clinisys completes combination of Sunquest, HORIZON and ApolloLIMS businesses
The new global brand, known as Clinisys, serves over 3,000 customers in 34 countries.
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Junk DNA may hold the key to neurological disorders
New research has found that there is a link between non-coding DNA and certain neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s and motor neuron disease.
Alexion acquires LogicBio for genomic medicine growth
LogicBio Therapeutics, a pioneering clinical-stage genomic medicine company, has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement under which AstraZeneca Rare Disease will acquire the company.
US partnership brings needle-free blood collection into the home
Catapult Health and Tasso have joined forces to use the Tasso+ self-sampling blood collection device as part of an annual healthcare checkup for employees of some of the USA’s largest corporations and major national health plans.
Illumina’s NovaSeq X Series to rapidly accelerate genomic discoveries
DNA sequencing and array-based technologies company Illumina has launched the NovaSeq X Series of new production-scale sequencers that will push the limits of what is possible with genomic medicine, enabling faster, more powerful, and more sustainable sequencing.
Launch of Synnovis brand is a key development for pathology partnership in London
A pathology partnership performing 32 million tests a year has been relaunched as ‘Synnovis’ – officially heralding the start of a new era for clinicians and patients in south-east London.
The Advancing Healthcare Awards 2023 - open for entries
The Advancing Healthcare Awards recognise and celebrate the work of allied health professionals, healthcare scientists and those who work alongside them in support roles, leading innovative healthcare practice across the UK.
Yourgene Health receives approval for pre-natal screening in Singapore
Yourgene Health, a leading international molecular diagnostics group, has received Health Sciences Authority (HSA) approval for its ION Nx NIPT Workflow in Singapore.
Nucleai and Propath UK announce AI partnership for immuno-oncology
The two companies are joining forces for end-to-end AI-powered spatial analysis of a 30-plex immunofluorescence immuno-oncology panel.
Paige and OptraSCAN partner to streamline digital pathology adoption
Paige and OptraSCAN have announced a partnership to streamline the adoption of digital pathology technology in the United States, European Union countries and United Kingdom.
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences announces call for grant applications
Beckman Coulter Life Sciences has shown its continuing commitment to the next generation of researchers and scientists with a call for registrations for its SPRI Grants for Genomic Research.
Compliance is king for pathology laboratories sourcing diagnostic chemicals
Laboratory professionals’ due diligence on the chemical products used in their diagnostic analysis work is increasingly vital, according to diagnostic stain and reagent manufacturer, Atom Scientific.
HORIBA Veterinary adds new rapid PCR test
HORIBA’s POCKIT Central veterinary PCR analyser E. cuniculi assay enables rapid testing of domestic rabbits for difficult to diagnose microsporidian parasite.
How are laboratories tackling misinformation?
Why opening up communication channels can stop the spread of misinformation. Aleiya Lonsdale, Head of Event at Lab Innovations 2022, discusses how the laboratory community has tried to hold back against the tide of scientific misinformation.
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