CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS

Nova Biomedical
www.novabiomedical.com

Nova Biomedical is the world technology leader in the development of fast whole blood analyzers to support the care of critically ill patients. Compared to any competitive alternative, Nova analyzers have the most extensive stat test menus and deliver these tests in the shortest time at the lowest costs. Our pioneering technologies provide the right test menu needed by clinicians at the right cost for administrators. Whether testing is performed in the central laboratory, emergency department, surgery, critical care area, or respiratory care, Nova can help improve patient outcomes while reducing the cost of care.

Horiba ABX
www.horiba-abx.com

Horiba ABX designs, develops and distributes worldwide automated benchtop Haematology and Chemistry analysers. In 2004 ABX demonstrated its increasing commitment to the clinical chemistry market with the development of its first Chemistry analyser, the Pentra 400. Introduced as the successor to the MIRA, the new system is yet another number one for HORIBA ABX since it is the first completely interactive biochemistry analyser.

BD Preanalystical Systems
www.bd.com

BD Diagnostics, a sector of which is Preanalytical Systems, is a leading provider of products for the safe collection and transport of diagnostic specimens. BD Preanalytical Systems offer a complete configuration of tubes, needles, needle holders and safety devices which are optimally designed and tested for controlling preanalytical variability throughout the specimen collection and handling process. The BD VacutainerT range also includes blood gas syringes and a complete range for paediatric and capillary blood collection.

Olympus Diagnostica
www.olympus-diagnostica.com

Olympus Life and Material Science Europa GmbH is a provider of systems for in vitro diagnostics, with a long tradition in the product segments of clinical chemistry, electrophoresis, transfusion testing and laboratory automation. With the development of the AU3000i immunochemistry system and the consolidated AU-CONNECTOR system, Olympus Diagnostica reaches more areas within the clinical laboratories. Olympus Life and Material Science represents Olympus Diagnostics in the territories of Europe, the Middle East and Africa and includes the worldwide "centre of competence" for Olympus clinical chemistry and immunochemistry reagents at its Irish branch (OLMEI). The development and production of the laboratory automation systems OLA2500 and the AU-CONNECTOR are based in Freiburg (Germany) at Olympus Diagnostica Lab Automation (ODL).

Biohit
www.biohit.com

Biohit develops, manufactures and markets liquid handling products and accessories as well as diagnostic test systems for use in research, health care and industrial laboratories. Biohit's liquid handling business includes mechanical and electronic liquid dispensers as well as disposable tips. In addition, Biohit offers services related to the maintenance and calibration of liquid handling products as well as training services on these products. In the diagnostics field, Biohit focuses on the research, development, production, and marketing of products for the screening, prevention, and diagnosis of disease of the gastrointestinal tract. The company's diagnostic products are combined with pipettors, globally used analysis instruments featuring vertical photometry technology and related software to offer comprehensive analysis systems for research and clinical diagnostics.

Helena Biosciences
www.helena.com

Helena has developed a leading reputation in the field clinical electrophoresis, chromatography, immunology and blood coagulation - a position enjoyed in markets from the USA , Europe , Middle East and all the way to South Africa . Helena's expertise has extended into the field of molecular biology and haemostasis, ensuring their place as a market leader in the supply of the most up to date diagnostic techniques.

Trinity Biotech
www.trinitybiotech.com

Specialising in the development, manufacture and marketing of diagnostic test kits, Trinity Biotech's continued success is based on the fact that it consistently achieves standards of excellence in the quality of its performance. The test kits manufactured by Trinity Biotech are utilized in the clinical laboratory and Point-of-care segments of the diagnostic market to detect infectious diseases, sexually transmitted diseases , blood coagulation and autoimmune disorders. The company is also a significant provider of raw materials to the life sciences industry.

Thermo Fisher Scientific
www.thermo-fisher.com

Think Thermo for superior analytical instruments, laboratory equipment, software, services, consumables and reagents. Find better workflow solutions spanning sample preparation, sample analysis, and data interpretation. Thermo Fisher Scientific, a family of global service brands, provide a complete portfolio of equipment, chemicals, supplies and services for research, safety healthcare and science education. Quality consumables and supplies span glassware, plastic ware, vials, tubes, slides and syringes, also chemical filtration, purification and packaging of ultra-high purity solvents.

Jenway
www.jenway.com

Jenway is particularly strong in electrochemistry and optical spectroscopy. Subsequent developments in this field have included colorimetry, nephelometry, UV and Visible spectroscopy and fluorimetry. Applications for the products are diverse and include areas such as food manufacturing, medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural, water related and educational markets . All of the Jenway products have a role to play in environmental monitoring and the increasing international awareness of this together with environmental pollution which has opened up important new areas of activity. Jenway was recently acquired by the Barloworld Group and has been incorporated into the Scientific Division. Jenway now stands alongside brands such as Sterilin, Stuart, Carbolite and Techne.

Quidel Corporation
www.quidel.com

Quidel is a leader in enhancing the health and well being of people around the globe through the discovery, development, manufacturing and marketing of rapid diagnostic solutions at the Point-of-care in infectious diseases and reproductive health. Their products are focused substantially on family health areas of pregnancy, infectious diseases, general health screening, oncology, bone health and autoimmune disorders.

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, a Johnson & Johnson Company
www.jnjgateway.com

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics maintains a leading position in two major market segments, transfusion medicine and clinical laboratories. The Blood Screening segment focuses on the development and commercialization of instrument systems and reagents that screen blood for AIDS and Hepatitis, aimed at ensuring the safety of the world's blood supply. Immunohematology involves marketing and development of instrumentation and reagent systems that enable blood typing, aimed at ensuring patient-donor compatibility in blood transfusions. Clinical chemistry includes a patented microslide technology and systems for use in stat and random access in-vitro diagnostic testing. The company offers a broad menu covering basic metabolites, classical chemistries. special chemistries, proteins, toxicology and therapeutic drug monitoring tests. Immunodiagnostics utilizes (includes) enhanced chemiluminesence technology with systems offering immunoassay testing capabilities across menu categories of thyroid function, reproductive endocrinology, cardiology, anaemia, metabolism, oncology and infectious diseases.

Calypte
www.calypte.com

The mission of Calypte Biomedical Corporation is to develop and market in vitro diagnostic testing solutions that make positive contributions to public health and healthcare worldwide. The urine and oral fluid based tests are designed to be safe, cost-effective and painless, while the blood based tests offer proven solutions in a traditional format. Calypte believe that by offering both non-blood and traditional blood based testing solutions for HIV infection and other chronic diseases, more opportunities can be created for better healthcare worldwide.

Cel-line
www.cel-line.com

The Cel-line brand of microscope slides has been synonymous with innovation, quality assurance, and customer satisfaction. Their comprehensive line of printed slides has become the standard in laboratories worldwide. Cel-line pioneered printed slide technology with the development of HTC (heavy hydrophobic coated) slides. HTC slides prevent cross-contamination and increase microtiter capacities. A more recent innovation, HTC Super Cured, combines the advanced cell attachment and spreading capabilities within the well.

Barloworld Scientific
www.barloworld-scientific.com

Barloworld Scientific is a market leader in the manufacturing and distribution of reusable and disposable plastics and glassware. Azlon, Sterilin, Pyrex borosilicate glassware, Stuart and Emil are all brands included under the Barloworld umbrella providing high quality laboratory consumables. Barloworld glassware is produced at an ISO 9001 accredited plant in Stone, Staffordshire, UK, home to some of the world's most highly skilled scientific glassblowers. This is where the enforcement of strict quality control ensures that products not only meet but surpass international specifications and requirements.