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Applied Spectral Imaging and WaveSense to Cooperate in Molecular Pathology and Cytogenetic FISH

Applied Spectral Imaging
22 Apr 2013

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Applied Spectral Imaging Inc. (ASI) and WaveSense Inc. have entered into an agreement in which both companies will engage in combined sales and marketing of the GenASIs imaging and analysis instrument by ASI and the EpiSEP cell recovery and enrichment solution by WaveSense. The combined solution delivers an integrated cell capturing solution and computerized instrument to detect, image and analyze the captured cells.

“We are excited to be working with WaveSense to deliver combined state-of-the-art computerized imaging and analysis using ASI’s GenASIs platforms with WaveSense’s EpiSEP cell recovery and enrichment product. Our combined offering for molecular pathology and cytogenetics leverages the imaging and analysis accuracy, speed and quality results of GenASIs with the improved workflow, flexibility, efficiency and simplicity of EpiSEP and this, in turn, brings unparalleled value to our customers” said Limor Shiposh CEO of ASI Inc.

“Personalized medicine challenges laboratories to continuously evolve and expand their molecular pathology applications rapidly and cost effectively. WaveSense and ASI platforms provide a straightforward versatile environment for optimizing existing applications or implementing new applications. The diagnostic specificity, diagnostic sensitivity, workflow efficiencies, and robustness that our combined platforms can assert on an application are tremendous. The GenASIs platform is very accessible and user friendly, it expertly complements the simplicity and ease of use of our EpiSEP platform. The new combined platform is ideally suited for containing, imaging and analyzing paramagnetic labeled target cells within the EpiSEP slide.” Said Chris Feistel CEO of WaveSense Inc.

ASI and WaveSense have confirmed the combined solution’s effectiveness in performing semi-automated FISH analysis of paramagnetic labeled target cells. Target cells may be retrieved, enriched, imaged and analyzed in urine, bone marrow, blood, needle aspiration, abdominal ascites, lymph node, culture and pleural effusion specimens.

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Genome AnalysisGenomics, the study of genomes, includes functional genomics, evolutionary genomics and comparative genomics. There are many genomic technologies such as DNA sequencing of whole genomes, computational biology and bioinformatics. DNA and nucleic acids must be isolated and concentrated from cells for analysis with kits, automated analyzers and software. Other useful technologies for studying genomics include PCR, microarrays and electrophoresis.Cellular PathologyCellular Pathology deals with the microscopic analysis of tissue samples and cells. Sample preparation and processing includes fixation, staining, sectioning and slide mounting, using equipment such microtomes and cryostats. In choosing immunohistochemistry and immunocytochemistry kits, consider chromogens, staining method, antibodies, microscopes and imaging.Clinical GeneticsMolecular Genetics covers the analysis of hereditary genetic disease and chromosomal abnormalities. Genetics can be analysed using DNA, RNA, and protein microarrays, PCR, RT PCR and DNA sequencing. Genetic equipment includes genetic workstations, thermal cyclers, cooling blocks and electrophoresis products. Diagnostic kits are used for DNA / RNA extraction and purification.Light MicroscopyLight microscopes or optical microscopes are used to visualize microscale objects under magnification, including cells, clinical specimens and materials. Lab equipment for light microscopy includes confocal microscopes, fluorescence microscopes, zoom and stereo microscopes. Microscope slides and imaging reagents are available for visualizing samples, as well as various microscope stages and incubators for large or temperature-sensitive samples. Find the best light microscopes in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.Precision MedicinePrecision medicine refers to the idea of customized healthcare, where medical decisions and treatments are tailored to the individual patient. Molecular diagnostics, companion diagnostics and Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) play a pivotal role in this approach. UrineThe analysis of urine is important in medicinal, anti-doping, forensic and life sciences applications. The ability to evaluate what someone has ingested through their urine enables fast detection and diagnosis of certain illnesses. FISHCell AnalysisThe analysis of cells allows researchers to understand the factors which contribute to cell health and function. These influencing processes can then be predicted and altered, leading to the development of medication and disease treatments.CytogeneticsBlood AnalysisThe analysis of blood is vital for many areas of life sciences and forensic investigations. Blood samples can be tested for a number of different reasons such as diagnosis, glucose levels, cholesterol and drug testing.

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