Sample Prep
News on DNA library prep, labeling, extraction, automation, protein purification & enrichment in genetics, genomics, and molecular diagnostics.
Vitestro Raises €12 million in Series A Round
The developer of an autonomous blood drawing device plans to use the proceeds to support product development, secure EU authorization, and start production.
Standard BioTools Partner Ascendas Genomics Gets Chinese Approval for MDx Systems
The companies partnered in 2017, striking a deal under which Ascendas would develop and commercialize the systems using Standard BioTools technology.
PerkinElmer's Oxford Immunotec Gains FDA Go-Ahead for TB Test Automation
The PerkinElmer subsidiary said its T-Cell Select reagent kit reduces hands-on lab work and cost and simplifies blood sample storage.
MagBio Genomics Gets 510(k) Clearance, CE Mark for Viral Sample Collection Tube
The company said that the tube can be used for the collection and processing of viral samples for clinical molecular testing, including for COVID-19 and influenza.
The firm saw strong non-COVID growth in the quarter across its sample prep, PCR, digital PCR, and next-generation sequencing reagent businesses.