Category: Lab Essentials

Lab Essentials

DNA/RNA Extraction Kit Designed to Simplify Molecular Testing Receives CE-IVD Mark

The kit allows laboratories to extract DNA and RNA from a range of clinical specimens using a single method.

Lab Essentials

Thermo Fisher Scientific Introduces Gibco CHO-K1 Catalog Panel to Boost Biologics Titer and Cell Density

Thermo Fisher Scientific has launched the Gibco CHO-K1 Catalog Panel, a cGMP-ready media portfolio that, in internal studies, demonstrated up to 73% higher titer and 202% higher viable cell density in CHO-K1 fed-batch processes.

Lab Essentials

FDA Authorizes First Standalone Robotic Blood Draw Device

The FDA has authorized Aletta, the first standalone robotic device for automated blood draws in outpatient settings, allowing one phlebotomist to oversee up to three devices to help address workforce shortages.

Biochemicals & Chemical Reagents

Diazyme Laboratories Acquires Carolina Liquid Chemistries

Diazyme Laboratories has acquired Carolina Liquid Chemistries, integrating CLC’s chemistry systems and reagents with Diazyme’s diagnostic technologies to expand solutions for reference and clinical laboratories.

Quality Systems

Bio-Rad Releases New Quality Control Kits for Cell and Gene Therapy

Bio-Rad has launched Vericheck ddPCR kits for quality control in cell and gene therapy manufacturing, offering validated workflows for mycoplasma detection, capsid analysis, and residual DNA quantification.

Lab Automation

Sysmex America Displays New Hematology and Hemostasis Solutions at ADLM 2026

The company showcased its latest automation and informatics platforms designed to improve laboratory efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.

Lab Equipment

MIT Engineers Develop Handheld Device to Collect Viable Cells for Early Cancer Detection

Using microfluidic shear stress, the system detaches living cells from excised tissue to support pathology workflows and downstream diagnostic testing.

Information Technology

Patients Are Seeing Their Lab Results Before Their Doctors. Do They Understand Them?

A recent NYU study finds 68.6% of US adults now access lab results via online portals before clinician review, with comprehension varying by digital literacy and patient-centered communication.

Lab Safety

Modern Lab Eyewear Efficacy Safety Comfort and Standards

Emerging hazards like aerosolized chemicals and laser equipment demand upgraded protection.

Labwear & Consumables

Caresfield Launches Initiative to Address Hemolysis and Supply Chain Risks

Caresfield launched the Resilience-Ready Lab initiative at ADLM 2026, introducing products aimed at improving specimen integrity and supply chain resilience to help labs meet 2026 National Performance Goals.