Laboratory Products 57
New Automated Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) Instruments Launched to Help Improve Clinical Performance
BD Diagnostics, a segment of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company), have introduced two new erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) instruments in Europe that standardise analysis for more accurate, timely results and an efficient workflow in comparison to a manual Westergren method. This next generation of BD ESR instruments results in improved patient care in the laboratory or point of care setting. Erythrocyte sedimentation is a commonly used haematology test to measure inflammation and the presence and severity of disease. “Improved automation and efficiency are key to carrying out analytical tests in a busy laboratory. More and more tests are being conducted each year and reduced healthcare spending puts pressure on laboratory resources,” commented Stephen Church, European Medical Affairs, BD Diagnostics -Preanalytical Systems.
Manual ESR testing has the potential for errors during the analytical process. The new BD Sedi-20 and BD Sedi-40 combined with BD Seditainer™ tube technology, standardise analysis to improve accuracy. The BD Sedi-40 has an integrated barcode reader and tube mixer. The barcode reader ensures fast, accurate entry of sample identification information. Sample misidentification is one of the many errors which can occur during the preanalytical phase. The integrated mixer ensures consistent and standardised mixing of the sample, which is critical in order to obtain an accurate result. Moving from an open manual process to an automated closed process will improve healthcare worker safety by reducing the risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens. With an analysis time of just 30 minutes, a 50% reduction in time to result is achieved compared to the gold standard of one hour with Westergren. BD Sedi-20 can perform 20 tests an hour and the BD Sedi-40 can perform 40 tests an hour. The BD Sedi-40 can be connected to a laboratory information system to enable automatic uploading of results.
27901pr@reply-direct.com ADVERTORIAL
Software a Significant Factor in Choice of Laser Diffraction Particle Size Analyser for Commercial Materials Testing Laboratory
CryoFreeze® – Range of Tubes,
Racks and Accessories for use in Cryogenic Preparation and Storage SSI, an American manufacturer of
consumable plastics for laboratory researchers for over 23 years, has launched a comprehensive family of cryogenic storage products designed to provide researchers with consumables needed in the cryopreservation of tissue and cells.
A refreshingly modern and inviting operating environment led independent, commercial materials testing laboratory NSL Analytical Services, straight to the Mastersizer 3000 from Malvern Instruments when it came to choosing a laser diffraction particle size analyser to extend testing capabilities.
“The software really is the shining star of this product,” said Brian Bacher, Technical Specialist at NSL. “It makes the Mastersizer 3000 feel radically different from other systems on the market and a really great instrument to use. I especially like the live trends which make it so quick and easy to compare data sets,” he continued.
“Our customers need particle size and particle size distribution data to optimise their products and the processes used to manufacture them,” continued Mr Bacher. “We made the decision to invest in our own laser diffraction particle size analyser to ensure fast and efficient turnaround in the face of growing demand. Throughout the research and purchasing process, we assessed at least five to six different systems before selecting the Mastersizer 3000,” he concluded.
The Mastersizer 3000 was the newest laser diffraction system assessed by the NSL Analytical Services team, a factor that was most evident from the software interface. With a small footprint and dynamic range of 0.01 to 3500 microns it efficiently delivers precise and robust wet and dry particle sizing for the broadest selection of sample types. The innovative software was designed from the outset to ease the analytical burden and ensure that users of all levels could achieve reliable measurement. It includes features that inform method development and transfer as well as making it straightforward to verify measurement stability in real time.
Added Bacher, “Malvern came recommended by colleagues in the industry but it was the features of the Mastersizer 3000 itself that sold us on the instrument. It enables us to meet our customers’ needs for particle size information in an efficient way and has met our high expectations. We’ve been running for a year now without any reliability issues and with minimal running costs. Most importantly we produce data that can be trusted.”
27868pr@reply-direct.com
The CryoFreeze® family of cryogenic tubes, racks, and accessories was created to provide users with safe and handy solutions for the cryogenic transportation and storage of biological material.
The CF Tubes are comprised of FDA-approved, medical grade polypropylene tubes and HDPE caps. Additionally, the tubes comply with the In Vitro Devices Directive (IVD). Tubes are packaged in resealable stand-up pouches that minimise the use of benchtop space. Contrasting black 100µL graduations on the tubes are easy to view, and researchers have found the prominent writing area to be very useful.
SSI offers internally threaded caps that maximise tube storage within racks and boxes, and also externally threaded caps which are ideal for aseptic technique, as they reduce the risk of cross-contamination. Sizes of the CryoFreeze® tubes range from 1.0 mL up to 4.5mL. Tubes are offered with self-standing stargrip bases or a round bottom design.
To round out the CF cryogenic portfolio of products, SSI offers colored cap inserts, polycarbonate storage racks and a unique workstation.
The CryoFreeze
polycarbonate storage racks are offered in 5 colors, and produced in 25, 81 and 100-well configurations. The CryoFreeze GripRack™ is a ruggedly designed 40-well workstation. It features rubber no-slip grips on the base to hold securely
on the benchtop. Ribs inside the wells of the rack enable tubes with stargrip bases to be easily opened or closed with one hand. An easy to read alphanumeric index on the rack makes for rapid sample identification.
Since 1990 SSI has been developing and producing innovations for life science at their California home office. They operate under an ISO9001 certified Quality Assurance process and deploy state of the art fully automated manufacturing. SSI consumable products are sold through laboratory supply distributors worldwide.
28250pr@reply-direct.com
Silicone rubber O-ring
Large white writing area
High-contrast black 100µL graduations
Stargrip base CF Tubes, Racks and Accessories
Our Cryogenic tubes, racks, and accessories are designed as a complete system to make life in the lab easier.
• Packaged in resealable stand-up pouches
• Easy one-hand tube closure when used in combination with our GripRack™ benchtop rack
non-slip
• Clearly marked graduations and large writing area
• 4 tube sizes; 10 cap colors; internally or externally threaded closure; round or stargrip base options
PCR • Tubes • Racks • Tips Made in the U.S.A.
visit
www.ssibio.com
1456ad@reply-direct.com
WWW.LABMATE-ONLINE.COM
Page 1 |
Page 2 |
Page 3 |
Page 4 |
Page 5 |
Page 6 |
Page 7 |
Page 8 |
Page 9 |
Page 10 |
Page 11 |
Page 12 |
Page 13 |
Page 14 |
Page 15 |
Page 16 |
Page 17 |
Page 18 |
Page 19 |
Page 20 |
Page 21 |
Page 22 |
Page 23 |
Page 24 |
Page 25 |
Page 26 |
Page 27 |
Page 28 |
Page 29 |
Page 30 |
Page 31 |
Page 32 |
Page 33 |
Page 34 |
Page 35 |
Page 36 |
Page 37 |
Page 38 |
Page 39 |
Page 40 |
Page 41 |
Page 42 |
Page 43 |
Page 44 |
Page 45 |
Page 46 |
Page 47 |
Page 48 |
Page 49 |
Page 50 |
Page 51 |
Page 52 |
Page 53 |
Page 54 |
Page 55 |
Page 56 |
Page 57 |
Page 58 |
Page 59 |
Page 60 |
Page 61 |
Page 62 |
Page 63 |
Page 64 |
Page 65 |
Page 66 |
Page 67 |
Page 68 |
Page 69 |
Page 70 |
Page 71 |
Page 72 |
Page 73 |
Page 74 |
Page 75 |
Page 76 |
Page 77 |
Page 78 |
Page 79 |
Page 80 |
Page 81 |
Page 82 |
Page 83 |
Page 84 |
Page 85 |
Page 86 |
Page 87 |
Page 88 |
Page 89 |
Page 90 |
Page 91 |
Page 92 |
Page 93 |
Page 94 |
Page 95 |
Page 96
