The science of point-of-care diagnostics
08 October, 2008
Economical, fast point-of-care diagnoses are on the cusp of reality. However, before these disposable lab-on-a-chip systems become part of every doctors’ repertoire in Australia, radical changes will have to be woven into the Medicare system and pathologists are unlikely to relinquish their monopoly on performing these tests willingly. In this article, ICT Results looks at how close to reality the science of point of care is.
On-site, handheld DNA analysis
23 September, 2008
Researchers are creating automated micro-fluidic devices which can do macro-chemistry at the microscale. The lab-on-a-chip DNA analyser wll be able to complete DNA tests away from the laboratory in a fraction of the current time required.
Online rheometry comes of age
05 August, 2008
Rheology Solutions will be manufacturing an online rheometer developed by CSIRO Industrial Physics. The process control rheometer can be operated in an inline or online configuration and used to measure the viscoelastic properties of a process fluid in real time.
Syringe filters
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Phenomenex Australia
Phenomenex has added regenerated cellulose (RC) syringe filters to its Phenex line. By removing particulates from the sample, the filters prevent build-up and blockage of chromatography columns and frits while minimising wear and tear on injection valves.
Microcentrifuge rack
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Interpath Services Pty Ltd
SSI has introduced the IsoFreeze MCT rack for microcentrifuge tubes to its range.
Cooling and heating
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Rheology Solutions Pty Ltd
The Thermo Haake EZ Cool 80 circulator is a versatile option for laboratory cooling and heating needs from -10 to +80°C. Its bathless design minimises the evaporation of temperature fluid during daily use. The stainless steel circulator is both quiet and robust, making it suitable for laboratory use.
Single-use laboratory plastics
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: VWR International Pty Ltd
Formerly part of Barloworld Scientific, Sterilin is a newly formed independent business, specialising in the manufacture of single-use laboratory plastics.
30-place microcentrifuge
01 August, 2008 | Supplied by: Eppendorf South Pacific Pty Ltd
Eppendorf has released the 5430, a 30-place microcentrifuge. Users have the choice of eight different rotors, for tubes from 0.2 up to 50 mL, microtest plates, deepwell plates and slides.
High vacuum pump technology
06 July, 2008 | Supplied by: http://www.javac.com.au
Designed and manufactured in Australia, the VECTOR rotary vane vacuum pumps present a versatile product line, offering high performance in most applications in the industrial, scientific or refrigeration vacuum fields.
Solid phase extraction
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher Scientific
The Thermo Scientific HyperSep Retain polymeric solid phase extraction (SPE) range delivers high recovery levels and high reproducibility. The products provide sample preparation options for a wide range of applications and provide enhanced retention for a wide range of analyte types.
Sterile centrifuge and microcentrifuge tubes
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher Scientific
LabServ sterile centrifuge tubes have easy-to-read black graduations which are accurate to ±2% with a large white writing area.
Disposable pipettes
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Thermo Fisher Scientific
The LabServ Serological pipettes use optically clear polystyrene and fit most brands of pipette controllers.
Sample concentration system
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Eppendorf South Pacific Pty Ltd
Featuring an LCD and user-friendly control panel, the Concentrator plus is designed for concentration, drying and purification of biomolecules.
Differential electrometer
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: SDR Scientific
Warner Instruments has introduced the HiZ-223 dual-channel differential spectrometer. It is a high input impedance amplifier featuring two small active headstages that allow the first stage of amplification to take place at the electrode site.
Filter unit
01 July, 2008 | Supplied by: Merck Pty Limited
The nylon Net Steriflip device features a streamlined design that provides easy cell manipulation and high performance in a variety of applications. This device allows quick separation of large volumes of cellular material, providing a short recovery time to collect isolated cells.
