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INOVA Diagnostics Launches BIO-FLASH, A Rapid-Response Chemiluminescent Analyzer

24 Jan 2013

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INOVA Diagnostics is pleased to announce the full commercial launch of BIO-FLASH, a rapid-response chemiluminescent analyzer for use by clinical reference and hospital laboratories. This signals the global release of BIO-FLASH along with QUANTA Flash reagents for autoimmune disease diagnostic testing.

BIO-FLASH is a technologically advanced analyzer which offers full automation of a broad menu of highly accurate QUANTA Flash immunoassays for autoimmunity testing. Tests that previously required significant hands on time can now be automated on an intuitive and rapid system with BIO-FLASH. BIO-FLASH and the QUANTA Flash reagents are classified as moderately complex under the Clinical Laboratories Improvements Act (CLIA), making the system accessible to a wide range of laboratories and their staff. The first result is generated in as little as 30 minutes, with additional results generated one per minute thereafter.

BIO-FLASH incorporates chemiluminescent technology, representing an important advance in accuracy and precision for immunoassay testing. Other benefits of the BIO-FLASH system include an increased analytical measuring range, onboard dilution and stored calibration. A comprehensive menu of QUANTA Flash reagents is available today, including tests to aid in the diagnosis of Celiac Disease, Vasculitis, Antiphospholipid Syndrome and Connective Tissue Diseases. This menu will continue to expand as INOVA develops additional autoimmune assays that fully leverage the many advantages of BIO-FLASH.

BIO-FLASH has been well received by hospitals and clinical reference laboratories. Dr. Marvin Fritzler, whose laboratory at the University of Calgary uses BIO-FLASH, commented, "BIO-FLASH has dramatically enhanced the workflow and decreased turnaround times for autoantibody testing at our facility. The user-friendly interface allows rapid adoption by laboratory staff members. We are looking forward to an expanding catalogue of immunoassays developed by INOVA."

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ImmunologyImmunological techniques measure and characterize immune responses. Immunology kits and analysis systems often use techniques such as ELISA, radioimmunoassay (RIA) and immunodiffusion assays, Immunohistochemistry, and flow cytometry. Immunologists use equipment such as flow Cytometers, plate readers, plate washers and fluorescent microscopes.Clinical ChemistryBiochemistry (or clinical chemistry) involves the analysis of bodily fluids using chemical tests. Techniques used include HPLC, chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, immunochemical, electrophoresis, turbidometric / spectrophotometric assay, MRI and ISE analysis. Tests are often carried out on plasma or serum but urine (urinalysis) and fecal specimens are also processed.Clinical MicrobiologyMicrobiology is the study of microorganisms including protists, prokaryotes, fungi, and, often, viruses. Microorganisms are a useful research tool as genetic vectors and, in immunology, for antibiotic susceptibility testing, cellular biology and genetics. Microorganisms commonly grow readily in incubators with microbial culture media; this can contain chromogenic supplements to differentiate between cell lines. Estimate your culture’s density of microorganisms with colony counters, or screen and select colonies for desirable clones with automated colony pickers. Additionally, equipment is available to monitor environments for the presence of microbes and identify with microbial identification instruments. Find the best microbiology products in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.ChemiluminescenceImmunoassayImmunoassays are laboratory tests that utilize antibody-antigen interactions to detect specific substances. They are widely used in diagnostics for detecting diseases, drug testing, and environmental monitoring. These assays offer rapid, sensitive, and precise detection of biomarkers, making them invaluable in clinical and research labs. Browse our peer-reviewed product directory to compare immunoassay systems, read user reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.Celiac Disease

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