Category: Diagnostic Technologies

Diagnostic Technologies

Simplifying Coagulation Testing for Low-Volume Labs with the Sysmex CA-600 Series

The compact, fully automated hemostasis analyzers are designed for routine testing environments and as a reliable backup instrument in larger labs.

Diagnostic Technologies

Thermo Fisher Launches HepatoExpress Kit for Liver Cell Gene Expression Analysis

New kit cuts sample-to-result time to 75 minutes while maintaining sensitivity for drug metabolism studies.

Diagnostic Technologies

What Clinical Lab Leaders Predict for 2026

AI, new diagnostics, and shifting care delivery models are among the clinical laboratory predictions for 2026.

Anatomic Pathology

Meta-Analysis Backs TissueCypher as Strong Predictor of Barrett’s EsophagusProgression

The study consolidating data from six published studies confirms the test outperforms traditional pathology or clinical factors alone in identifying esophageal cancer risk.

Digital Pathology

Valar Labs Partners with PathNet Lab to Expand AI Bladder Cancer Diagnostics

The collaboration will provide urologists and oncologists nationwide access to AI-powered tools for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer management.

Clinical Chemistry

Ozelle Unveils AI-Powered Complete Blood Morphology Solution

The all-in-one diagnostic platform combines hematology, biochemistry, and immunoassay testing in a single run.

Flow Cytometry

BD Partners to Advance Immunotherapy Research Through Flow Cytometry

The company's cell analyzer will enable the investigation of 30-plus cellular characteristics to capture key biological insights and support a planned 1,000-person immune profiling study.

Hematology & Serology

Using Rapid Blood Testing During Surgery to Limit Unnecessary Transfusions

Fast, patient-specific blood test results during surgery can help clinicians decide when transfusions are truly needed.

Immunoassay

DPYD Genotyping Assay Receives FDA Breakthrough Device Designation

The qPCR-based test detects variants that increase risk of severe fluoropyrimidine chemotherapy toxicity.

Mass Spectrometry

Roche Receives CE Mark for Mass Spectrometry Antibiotics Monitoring

The approval expands the company's automated mass spectrometry menu to 39 tests.

Microbiology

Primerdesign Launches Magnetic Bead Extraction Kit for DNA and RNA

The exsig Mag RapidBead Pro kit features a four-step workflow that reduces extraction time to under 20 minutes.

Molecular Diagnostics

BD Expands BD Max System Menu with IVDR-Certified Viasure Assays

Partnership with Certest Biotec adds respiratory and STI molecular diagnostic panels for European laboratories.

Point-of-Care

Roche Receives FDA Clearance for Point-of-Care Bordetella Test

The cobas liat system delivers PCR results in 15 minutes, detecting and differentiating between three Bordetella pathogens including whooping cough.

Urinalysis & Toxicology

New Method Cuts Urinary Tract Infection Resistance Testing Time by 24 Hours

Researchers have developed a direct urine testing approach that bypasses traditional bacterial culture requirements.