Category: Diagnostic Technologies

Diagnostic Technologies

10x Genomics and Lausanne University Hospital Partner for Cancer Diagnostic Research

The collaboration will use single-cell and spatial biology platforms to identify biomarkers that predict treatment response in solid tumors.

Diagnostic Technologies

Shimadzu Launches GCMS-TQ RX Series for High-Performance Analysis

The new triple quadrupole gas chromatograph mass spectrometer incorporates artificial intelligence and automated method creation to improve laboratory workflows.

Diagnostic Technologies

The Cyclospora Outbreak Is Putting Laboratory Testing to the Test

As Cyclospora infections surge in the US, laboratories face increased pressure to quickly differentiate cases, with the CDC reporting 1,947 confirmed infections and 98 hospitalizations across nine states as of July 24.

Anatomic Pathology

Ibex Earns European Certification for Complete Breast Pathology AI Suite

Ibex Medical Analytics has received IVDR certification for its breast cancer diagnostic tools, completing regulatory approval for ER, PR, and Ki67 tests, according to a company press release.

Digital Pathology

Global Study to Evaluate Syndromic PCR Testing for Infectious Diseases

Seegene has launched the Global Million Clinical Study to collect real-world data on the clinical utility of syndromic PCR testing for infectious diseases, aiming to inform future global diagnostic standards.

Clinical Chemistry

Siemens Healthineers Adds Capillary Blood Testing to Core Lab Analyzers

Siemens Healthineers has added CE-marked capillary blood testing for 24 assays to its Atellica core lab analyzers, enabling labs to use finger prick or heel stick samples in place of standard venipuncture.

Flow Cytometry

ARUP Laboratories Launches Spectral Flow Cytometry Test for Multiple Myeloma Monitoring

The assay is designed to detect minimal residual disease with greater sensitivity than conventional flow cytometry.

Hematology & Serology

Questions Labs Are Asking Before Investing in Hemostasis Systems

As laboratories weigh new hemostasis investments, Sysmex experts discuss the questions that can help guide system selection.

Immunoassay

Alamar Gains Rights to Develop Clinical Alzheimer’s Blood Tests Using ALZpath Antibody

ALZpath and Alamar Biosciences have expanded their partnership, granting Alamar commercial rights to use ALZpath’s pTau217 antibody in clinical blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease.

Mass Spectrometry

Thermo Fisher Highlights New FDA-Cleared Diagnostics at ADLM 2026

The company is showcasing newly cleared tests and platforms for multiple myeloma, lung cancer, connective tissue disease, and other laboratory applications.

Microbiology

Study to Evaluate One-Hour Testing for Drug-Resistant Infections

The Fleming Initiative and Cepheid have launched a 30-month study in England to compare rapid molecular and traditional culture screening for drug-resistant carbapenemase-producing Enterobacterales in hospital settings.

Molecular Diagnostics

Labcorp Launches Consumer Genetic Health Panel for Hereditary Risk Assessment

Labcorp has announced the upcoming launch of the Marker by Labcorp Genetic Health Panel, which will analyze 163 genes linked to over 100 medically actionable conditions, with results supported by licensed genetic counselors.

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

Beckman Coulter Launches DxU 1800 Automated Urinalysis System to Streamline Lab Workflows

The automated urinalysis system integrates chemistry and microscopy to help labs manage higher testing volumes and reduce manual reviews to under 3%, according to the company.