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Roche Receives FDA Clearance For Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 And 2 Tests

Roche (SIX: RO, ROG; OTCQX: RHHBY) announced today that it has received clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its IgG Antibody to herpes simplex virus (HSV) types 1 and 2 assays for use on cobas® modular platforms. The tests are intended for use with sexually active individuals and expectant mothers as an aid in the presumptive diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV-2 infection. 

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Choose from ten fixed volume SoftGrip pipettes covering 0.2 µL to 1 mL. All pipettes have color-coded plunger buttons and labels for easy volume identification.

It spins volumes.

With six-liter capacity and an innovative range of rotors, carriers, and adapters, this versatile centrifuge can handle multiple high capacity applications. Ideal for bioprocessing and clinical and blood sample preparation, the J6-MI is the standard for quiet and convenient operation.

PRP-X300 is a polymeric column packing for the separation of alcohols and organic acids.

Pure-Fit® SC is an innovative new connective technology that makes it possible to create true sterile connections anywhere – even outside the clean room environment.

The QAII Station has been designed to ensure each tested dissolution apparatus conforms with mechanical specifications.

Amsphere™ A3 is a next generation Protein A chromatography resin for advanced protein separation in downstream processing of therapeutic antibodies manufacturing. With high capacity resin, Amsphere™ A3 has an overall improved process robustness, flow characteristics, optimized impurity removal, productivity and resin lifetime.

From the leaders in microplate washing, BioTek introduces the world’s first deep well microplate washer that aspirates and dispenses into 96- and 384-well plates ≤50 mm in height.
Cross- Flow Filtration mineral (inorganic) membranes and systems for bioprocessing and separation of biomolecules (e.g. monoclonal antibodies); especially for UF/DF filtration step in downstream processing.

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Bioprocess With The Bozenhardts is back, with a fresh episode packed with advice from Herman and Erich on the selection of filling systems for biopharmas. Listen in as the Bozenhardts give us an update on the process, logistics, and administration trends that are informing filling system decisions today, and offer direction on making choices that will prepare you for the fast-advancing therapies of tomorrow.

Beckman Coulter's Randall Lockner, marketing manager for centrifugation, explains the highlights of the floor model ultracentrifuge, the Optima X Series.

Bio-Rad now offers two very high capacity ion exchangers: Nuvia S, which can be used for capture and/or intermediate polishing; and Nuvia Q, which can be used for intermediate and/or final polishing.

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