Category: Hematology & Serology

Hematology & Serology

Study Demonstrates New Tool for Rapid Evaluation of Acute Leukemia Patients

PixCell’s HemoScreen may be used to monitor pathological blood samples, improving treatment process for hematological patients.

Hematology & Serology

First Commercial Covid-19 Seroconversion Panel to Validate SARS-CoV-2 Antibody Assays

The panel consists of 14 units of a unique human plasma sample drawn from a single donor during a developing SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Hematology & Serology

FDA Clears First CBC Analyzer Developed for Point-of-Care Settings

The XW-100 automated hematology analyzer from Sysmex America is intended for use in patients 2 years of age and older who require a whole blood cell count and white blood cell differential.

Blood Banking

FDA Updates Guidance to Address Urgent Need for Blood During the Pandemic

Based on recently completed studies and epidemiologic data, FDA has concluded that current policies regarding certain donor eligibility criteria can be modified without compromising the safety of the blood supply.

Hematology Instrumentation

Nova Biomedical Adds PT/INR Test to Allegro Analyzer

The Allegro and its StatStrip-A companion meter now provide 18 tests to help physicians make therapeutic decisions and adjustments at the point of care.

Serology Instrumentation

Roche Develops Serology Test for Covid-19

The Elecsys Anti-SARS-CoV-2 serology test will support the detection of antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 in patients who have been exposed to the virus.

Coagulation Testing

July 2019 Product Spotlight: AACC Exhibitors Showcase

Innovative products featured by exhibitors at the American Association for Clinical Chemistry 2019 scientific meeting and clinical lab expo.

Transfusion & Transplantation Tests

Von Willebrand Factor Antigen Useful for Assessing Urgency of Liver Transplants

By integrating von Willebrand factor antigen into their planning model, researchers significantly increased the accuracy of predicting the probability of dying while on the waiting list for a liver transplant.