Buyer’s Guide of Products and Services
for Pathologists
Last revised 18 July 2008
New products/services announcements
List of advertisers, Antibodies, Billing, BLOGs, Book publishers, Computer systems and software, Consulting, Consumer Goods, Cryostats, Cytology processing, Diagnostic testing, Digital Pathology, Furniture/workstations, Grossing, Journals, Laboratories, Microscopes, Microtomes, Microwaves, Molecular biology, Photography, Reagents and Instrumentation, Speech-recognition, Tissue Arrays, Tissue Processors
Elekta - IMPAC Medical Systems, Inc.
Leica Microsystems, Biosystems Division
Lippincott
Williams & Wilkins (LWW)
Pathology Service Associates, LLC
Small Business Computers of New England:
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Biocare Medical is a unique manufacturer and supplier of immunohistochemical and histopathology products, monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies, and automated staining equipment. BIOCARE produces detection reagents for HRP and AP. These reagents are formulated to be highly specific using proprietary technology. Our detection kits are available for clinical and research purposes. BIOCARE antibodies are optimized for IHC and formulated to provide maximum sensitivity while minimizing background staining. BIOCARE laboratory equipment includes an automated stainer, slide drying oven and a pressure cooker for HIER, the patented Decloaking Chamber. We are continually researching the most innovative and cost-effective diagnostic solutions and state-of-the-art equipment. Call Murray Anderson, Sales Supervisor at 925-603-8019 or email murray@biocare.net or contact@biocare.net for more information.
Covance is a provider of gold standard Signet™ immunopathology antibodies, detection chemistries and ancillaries. Monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies are offered for immunohistochemistry on formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues and for a variety of other assays. These antibodies are available in pre-diluted and concentrated formats, providing ease-of-use and reproducibility in both manual and automated staining. Detection chemistries, chromogens, counterstains and buffers are also available in a range of kit volumes to meet your laboratory needs. Covance’s antibody portfolio also includes antibodies for neurodegenerative disease, cell biology and a variety custom immunology services. For more information contact Angela Thomas, Immunopathology Product Manager, at 800.223.0796 or angela.thomas@covance.com. Visit our website at www.covance.com
Exalpha Biologicals produces and sells products for Life Science Research, including monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies, for use in immunohistochemistry, western blot, ELISA and Flow Cytometry. We offer over 800 products and, through collaborations with other scientists as well as our own in-house R&D programs, Exalpha continues to bring leading edge products to market. Our family of CD antibodies combines quality and performance with reasonable prices to make our CD antibodies the best value in the market today. Our family of Proliferation products offers easy all-in-one kits or stand alone antibodies to quantitate proliferating cells. Take a look at our website or call us at 800/395-1137 for additional information.
Invitrogen offers a comprehensive product portfolio of novel, high-quality Zymed® primary antibodies and detection reagents for immunohistochemistry. In addition to products for IHC, we also offer CISH probes, which allows the pathologist to analyze genetic aberrations in the context of the surrounding tissue morphology using standard bright-field microscopy. Our FDA-approved SPOT-Light® HER2 CISH Kit may be used to help select breast cancer patients for Herceptin® therapy. For a complete list of Invitrogen products for the anatomic pathology laboratory, please visit www.invitrogen.com/pathology.
Leica Microsystems, Biosystems Division. With our new Biosystems Division, you now have a single source for histology – from tissue cassettes to microtomes to IHC automation to Novocastra™ antibodies and reagents. For each individual histology step, there is a product to provide you with years of dependable service and high-quality results. For your entire histology laboratory, there is an integrated workflow ready to cut turnaround times and optimize productivity.
Of course, you need more than quality products. That’s why Leica Microsystems also delivers the services you need. Whether it’s a routine maintenance call, a request for IHC applications support, or advice on products for Lean workflows: Leica Microsystems is the one partner you need to call. www.leica-microsystems.com
Ventana Medical is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of medical diagnostic instrument and reagent systems providing leading-edge automation technology for use in slide-based diagnosis of cancer and infectious disease. Our products are found in hospital-based histology laboratories, independent reference laboratories, and the drug discovery laboratories of some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government labs, and medical research centers. For more information please visit our website at www.ventanamed.com or call us at 800.227.2155.
PathSync: It's time to streamline management of pathology labs/practices, from clinicians' offices, through your AP lab for report generation, to billing out claims -- all of which translates into cash. It's time for PathSync. Through our Web-based Practice Manager product line, you will finally integrate technical and revenue features into one powerful toolkit that puts you in control of your practice from end to end. PathSync unites two products, Lab Manager and Billing Manager, to deliver the seamless, fully transparent system that pathologists have long needed to increase efficiency and effectiveness. For more information, please contact Karen Hammerberg, Director of Sales-West, 310-795-1257, hammerberg@hotmail.com or Chad Scribner, Director of Sales-East, 937-440-9044, cscribner@pdmstl.com.
Pathology Service Associates, LLC: PSA is a leading provider of pathology billing and collection services, practice marketing support, and business support services to independent pathology practices. Formed exclusively for pathologists by pathologists, PSA is dedicated to providing comprehensive business solutions to visionaries and leading pathology practices seeking to gain a competitive advantage within their markets. While supporting your choice to remain independent, PSA enables you to participate in a cooperative environment with pathologists nationwide. PSA's services assist pathology practices in optimizing collections, facilitating additional referrals, acquiring new technology at preferred pricing, and exchanging knowledge with peers across the US, while avoiding compliance pitfalls. Contact Randal Sanderson, rsanderson@psapath.com
Ethical Pathology BLOG: The purpose of this blog is to serve as a forum where those who wish to improve the current pathology environment may come to lurk or contribute. If those who visit assist patients to get better healthcare without unnecessary testing, if medical costs can be reduced, if professionalism (i.e. fiduciary duty to patients) can be furthered, if regulatory agencies can create a more level playing field on which competition leads to better service to society, this blog will have succeeded. Click here to visit.
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW) is a leading international publisher for physicians, nurses, specialized clinicians, and students. LWW provides essential information for healthcare professionals in print and electronic formats, including textbooks, journals, CD-ROM, via Intranets and the Internet. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is part of Wolters Kluwer Health, a leading provider of information for professionals and students in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, science, and related areas. WK Health is a division of Wolters Kluwer, NV, a multinational publisher and information services company.
Computer systems and
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Systems-Anatomic Pathology page
Elekta - IMPAC Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of oncology IT solutions that streamline both clinical and business operations to help improve the process of delivering patient care. IMPAC's Pathology Information System, PowerPath®, is a comprehensive information system that enables anatomic pathology laboratories to integrate and streamline their diagnostic, management, and business needs through a single, simple-to-operate software suite. PowerPath is installed in more than 400 institutions, including leading academic medical centers, hospitals and reference laboratories. Contact 888-GO-IMPAC or sales@impac.com for more information.
Lifepoint informatics provides a complete turnkey suite of IT connectivity products for Anatomic Pathology, Hospital, Reference and Independent Laboratories. Our Labtest.com on-line ordering and resulting system helps your lab connect, compete and comply. Our Lifepoint InfoHub connects your LIS/AP system to your client’s EMR systems securely and accurately. For more information, contact www.lifepoint.com, telephone: 866-LABTEST or email: jredding@labtest.com.
PathSync: It's time to streamline management of pathology labs/practices, from clinicians' offices, through your AP lab for report generation, to billing out claims -- all of which translates into cash. It's time for PathSync. Through our Web-based Practice Manager product line, you will finally integrate technical and revenue features into one powerful toolkit that puts you in control of your practice from end to end. PathSync unites two products, Lab Manager and Billing Manager, to deliver the seamless, fully transparent system that pathologists have long needed to increase efficiency and effectiveness. For more information, please contact Karen Hammerberg, Director of Sales-West, 310-795-1257, hammerberg@hotmail.com or Chad Scribner, Director of Sales-East, 937-440-9044, cscribner@pdmstl.com.
Small Business Computers of New England: Provider of customized low cost information management solutions for anatomic pathology labs including tissue and GYN reporting. Contact Gene Calvano, gene_calvano@sbcne.com.
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Pathology Service Associates, LLC: PSA is a leading provider of pathology billing and collection services, practice marketing support, and business support services to independent pathology practices. Formed exclusively for pathologists by pathologists, PSA is dedicated to providing comprehensive business solutions to visionaries and leading pathology practices seeking to gain a competitive advantage within their markets. While supporting your choice to remain independent, PSA enables you to participate in a cooperative environment with pathologists nationwide. PSA's services assist pathology practices in optimizing collections, facilitating additional referrals, acquiring new technology at preferred pricing, and exchanging knowledge with peers across the US, while avoiding compliance pitfalls. Contact Randal Sanderson, rsanderson@psapath.com
Vachette Pathology: Are you content with your current income? Can you afford to lose more money? Do not settle for less. More than 450 individual pathologists nationwide trust us with their financial oversight and practice management. Imagine; someone who has a successful track record negotiating with managed care, someone that solves your billing and payment problems and guarantees to help you put more money back into your pocket. Vachette Pathology is a Pathology Practice Management Firm that specializes in managing your financial bloodline. You do not have to change billing agents to increase your income. You simply have to manage the process. To start taking back your income today, contact Mick Raich toll free at 866-407-0763 or at mraich@vachettepathology.com “Who’s watching your wallet?”
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of interest to pathologists and laboratory personnel.
Amazon.com. Electronics, apparel, computers, books, DVDs and more
Best Buy. Electronics, music, movies, computers and more.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Sakura Finetek USA. Our full line of Tissue-Tek® histology instrumentation and consumables include Tissue Processors, Embedding Systems, Microtomy and Cryotomy instruments, and Stainers and Coverslippers. Sakura is committed to changing the future of Pathology. Please visit our website at www.sakuraus.com for more details on our product portfolio, or contact Mr. Gilles Lefebvre, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations at 1-800-725-8723, Extension 7872 or glefebvre@sakuraus.com.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Quantimetrix Corporation develops and manufactures innovative clinical diagnostic products for domestic and international distribution including Lipoprint®, the only test for measuring LDL subfraction cholesterol. Our core control products include urinalysis, general chemistry, specialty chemistry, and whole blood controls. Our control products are liquid, ready to use, with long-term stability. Other quality products include electrophoresis systems, diagnostic assays, and OEM products. For more information, please visit us at www.4qc.com.
Ventana Medical is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of medical diagnostic instrument and reagent systems providing leading-edge automation technology for use in slide-based diagnosis of cancer and infectious disease. Our products are found in hospital-based histology laboratories, independent reference laboratories, and the drug discovery laboratories of some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government labs, and medical research centers. For more information please visit our website at www.ventanamed.com or call us at 800.227.2155.
Aperio is digitizing pathology. We provide systems and services for digital pathology, which is a digital environment for the management and interpretation of pathology information that originates with a digital slide. Aperio’s award-winning ScanScope® slide scanning systems and Spectrum™ digital pathology information management software improve the efficiency and quality of pathology services for pathologists and other professionals. Applications include education, remote viewing, archival and retrieval, basic research, and image analysis. Contact us at 760.539.1100 or visit us at www.aperio.com.
Bioimagene is a leading provider of total imaging solutions for pathologists, researchers and drug developers in clinical diagnostics and life sciences. Our mission is to bring affordable digital pathology to every pathologist in every laboratory worldwide. Our systems automate pathology workflows for acquisition, analysis, management, archival, reporting and sharing of tissue images. Our solutions can significantly boost productivity, ensure accuracy and reduce bottlenecks in all aspects of lifescience workflows. Contact us at (408) 207-4200 or (877) 724-6244, email us at info@bioimagene.com or visit us at www.bioimagene.com.
Mopec is known world-wide for the innovative functionally of their products. Mopec designs, engineers, manufacturers and installs custom Pathology Laboratory Equipment, delivering full service solutions for all your facility needs. We feature fume handling equipment, stainless steel cabinets, refrigeration, dissecting instruments, transport carts, stationary/elevating pedestal downdraft workstations, rotating pedestal tables, short pedestal tables, L-Shaped downdraft workstations, backdraft/dualdraft workstations and elevating backdraft workstations. Everything carrying the Mopec name is ergonomically designed and engineered for the pathology environment. All of our workstations and tables can be customized and fabricated to meet the specific requirements of your facility. For more information, visit us at http://www.mopec.com/ or call us at 800.362.8491.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Mopec is known world-wide for the innovative functionally of their products. Mopec designs, engineers, manufacturers and installs custom Pathology Laboratory Equipment, delivering full service solutions for all your facility needs. We feature fume handling equipment, stainless steel cabinets, refrigeration, dissecting instruments, transport carts, stationary/elevating pedestal downdraft workstations, rotating pedestal tables, short pedestal tables, L-Shaped downdraft workstations, backdraft/dualdraft workstations and elevating backdraft workstations. Everything carrying the Mopec name is ergonomically designed and engineered for the pathology environment. All of our workstations and tables can be customized and fabricated to meet the specific requirements of your facility. For more information, visit us at http://www.mopec.com/ or call us at 800.362.8491.
Photodyne Technologies manufactures top of the line computerized macro photography systems for grossing, pathology, histology and other scientific applications, using high resolution digital cameras. Various models are available, and the company specializes in custom designs, usually at no extra charge. These state of the art macroscopic (gross) imaging units revolutionize the picture taking process in the laboratory. The systems enable even non-photographers to take professional quality photos in seconds. The patented, state-of-the-art systems are used by hundreds of leading hospitals, universities, medical examiner offices and research institutes worldwide. The included proprietary software allows one to take pictures directly from the computer. All attributes of the camera are controllable from the computer as well, and the image is viewable in real time on the screen, allowing adjustments before the picture is taken. The picture is then transferred directly to the computer and is stored on the computer’s hard drive for editing, archiving, or email as an attachment like any other image file via the internet. Visit us online at www.photodyne.com or contact us at 800-660-2147 or hrzc@earthlink.net.
Sakura Finetek USA. Our full line of Tissue-Tek® histology instrumentation and consumables include Grossing workstations, Tissue Processors, Embedding Systems, Microtomy and Cryotomy instruments, and Stainers and Coverslippers. Sakura is committed to changing the future of Pathology. Please visit our website at www.sakuraus.com for more details on our product portfolio, or contact Mr. Gilles Lefebvre, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations at 1-800-725-8723, Extension 7872 or glefebvre@sakuraus.com.
Advances in Anatomic Pathology
American Journal of Clinical Pathology
American Journal of Forensic Medicine & Pathology
American Journal of Surgical Pathology
Annals of Clinical Microbiology and Antimicrobials
Annals of Diagnostic Pathology
Applied Immunohistochemistry & Molecular Morphology
Archives of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
Clinics in Laboratory Medicine
Diagnostic Microbiology and Infectious Disease
Diagnostic Molecular Pathology
Egyptian Journal of Medical Laboratory Sciences
Experimental and Molecular Pathology
Experimental and Toxicologic Pathology
International Journal of Experimental Pathology
International Journal of Gynecological Pathology
Journal of Clinical Forensic Medicine
Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis
Journal of Comparative Pathology
Journal of Cutaneous Pathology
Journal of Molecular Diagnostics
Journal of Neuropathology and Experimental Neurology
Journal of Oral Pathology & Medicine
Laboratory Investigation is the official journal of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology. Laboratory Investigation is available as both a print and online journal and is dedicated to the publication of original research that significantly advances the understanding of human and experimental disease including basic biology papers with a relevance to experimental or clinical aspects of disease. The journal also publishes papers detailing relevant advances in technical methodology. Visit the journal website at www.laboratoryinvestigation.org.
Modern Pathology is the official journal of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP). Modern Pathology is available as both a print and online journal. After 18 years, the journal's main focus remains the publication of peer-reviewed original papers reporting innovative clinical and translational research in the pathology of human disease. Visit the journal website at www.modernpathology.org.
Neuropathology and Applied Neurobiology
Pathology and Oncology Research
Pathology – Research and Practice
Seminars in Breast Disease: Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Oncology, Pathology, Radiation Oncology, Surgery
Seminars in Diagnostic Pathology
The American Journal of Dermatopathology
ARUP Laboratories is a national clinical and anatomic pathology reference laboratory and an enterprise of the University of Utah and its Department of Pathology. ARUP offers over 2,000 tests and test combinations, ranging from routine screening tests to highly esoteric molecular and genetic assays. Rather than competing with its clients for physician office business, ARUP chooses instead to support clients’ existing test menus by offering highly complex and unique tests, with accompanying consultative support, to enhance their abilities to provide local and regional laboratory services. To contact your local ARUP Business Development Manager, please email salesrequests@aruplab.com or call (800) 242-2787, ext. 2231.
Clarient Diagnostic Services is a national cancer testing services laboratory, providing services for the characterization, assessment and treatment of cancer. We work closely to collaborate with our community pathology clients by providing them the testing needed to accurately diagnose cancer as well as provide their oncologists with the best treatment options for their patients. We provide a full range of services including IHC, flow cytometry as well as FISH and molecular testing. Our offerings include all service levels—from just performing the technical aspects of an assay, such as running a stain, to complete tumor work-up and consultation services. Contact Client Services at 1.888.443.3311 or visit www.clarientinc.com .
Celestron. Since manufacturing its first telescope in 1960, Celestron has grown to become one of the world's leading telescope makers and enjoys brand-name recognition among serious amateur astronomers for superior optics, outstanding design, and innovative technology. In keeping with this reputation, Celestron microscopes combine the highest quality precision optics with mechanical designs that are state-of-the-art. Celestron professional microscopes are designed for microbiology, pathology, entomology, dermatology, dental usage, veterinary use, and everyday analysis of specimens through advanced research. All Celestron microscopes use high quality glass optics and the bodies are made of metal. Please visit www.celestron.com for more information.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Sakura Finetek USA is leading the revolution in Pathology with the Tissue-Tek® Xpress Rapid Tissue Processor and the AutoTEC® Automated Embedding System. Together these technologies allow your laboratory to achieve new levels in productivity. Our full line of Tissue-Tek® histology instrumentation and consumables include Tissue Processors, Embedding Systems, Microtomy and Cryotomy instruments, and Stainers and Coverslippers. Sakura is committed to changing the future of Pathology. Please visit our website at www.sakuraus.com for more details on our product portfolio, or contact Mr. Gilles Lefebvre, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations at 1-800-725-8723, Extension 7872 or glefebvre@sakuraus.com.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Milestone Medical is the technological leader in Microwave Accelerated Tissue Processing. Milestone manufactures instrumentation and accessories that enable Histologists and Pathologists to achieve the highest level of productivity, while maintaining their flexibility and safety. Milestone’s family of rapid microwave lab stations allow tissue samples to be processed in a fraction of the time as compared to conventional methods, allowing for same-day diagnosis. They also offer a line of digital imaging equipment for grossing stations and autopsy rooms. These systems serve as a comprehensive method of storing macroscopic images of all specimens examined in the laboratory, providing an invaluable diagnostic database for routine grossing, teaching, and research. For more information, please visit our website by clicking here.
Biochain Institute, Inc. is a sample preparation company for biomedical research, diagnosis, and drug discovery. We are the market leader in providing high quality products of tissue sections, tissue arrays, cDNAs, proteins and genomic DNAs and RNAs from well-documented biomaterials, including normal and diseased samples from human, animal and plants. We also invent and commercialize novel processing and preparation of biomaterials tools, such as frozen tissue arrays, technologies in isolating DNA, RNA and protein simultaneously from the same samples, specialized tissue assays, the compartmental protein isolation kit, and the cell-lysate compatible qRT-PCR kit. Our integrated platform of technologies and products in biomaterials has greatly benefited our customers in biomedical research, diagnosis, and drug discovery. Contact us at 888/762-2568, info@biochain.com or visit us at www.biochain.com.
Scarab Genomics was established in 2002 and has bioengineered the Clean Genome® E. coli by deleting over 15% of the E. coli K-12 genome. Using synthetic biology methods, the K-12 genome was rationally designed by making a series of precise deletions, which included the elimination of non-essential genes, recombinogenic or mobile DNA, and cryptic, virulent genes. This genome reduction optimizes the E. coli strain as a biological factory, providing enhanced genetic stability and improved metabolic efficiency. These properties make the Clean Genome the E. coli strain of choice for a wide spectrum of applications ranging from routine cloning to production of biological material for therapeutic purposes. For more information, call (608) 257-1624, email info@scarabgenomics.com or visit us at www.ScarabGenomics.com.
Photography / Macrophotography
Photodyne Technologies manufactures top of the line computerized macro photography systems for grossing, pathology, histology and other scientific applications, using high resolution digital cameras. Various models are available, and the company specializes in custom designs, usually at no extra charge. These state of the art macroscopic (gross) imaging units revolutionize the picture taking process in the laboratory. The systems enable even non-photographers to take professional quality photos in seconds. The patented, state-of-the-art systems are used by hundreds of leading hospitals, universities, medical examiner offices and research institutes worldwide. The included proprietary software allows one to take pictures directly from the computer. All attributes of the camera are controllable from the computer as well, and the image is viewable in real time on the screen, allowing adjustments before the picture is taken. The picture is then transferred directly to the computer and is stored on the computer’s hard drive for editing, archiving, or email as an attachment like any other image file via the internet. Visit us online at www.photodyne.com or contact us at 800-660-2147 or hrzc@earthlink.net.
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Biocare Medical is a unique manufacturer and supplier of immunohistochemical and histopathology products, monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies, and automated staining equipment. BIOCARE produces detection reagents for HRP and AP. These reagents are formulated to be highly specific using proprietary technology. Our detection kits are available for clinical and research purposes. BIOCARE antibodies are optimized for IHC and formulated to provide maximum sensitivity while minimizing background staining. BIOCARE laboratory equipment includes an automated stainer, slide drying oven and a pressure cooker for HIER, the patented Decloaking Chamber. We are continually researching the most innovative and cost-effective diagnostic solutions and state-of-the-art equipment. Call Murray Anderson, Sales Supervisor at 925-603-8019 or email murray@biocare.net or contact@biocare.net for more information.
Centerchem, Inc. offers assays for coagulation and fibrinolysis diagnostics as well as specialty biochemicals. The Pefakit® line of test kits from Pentapharm, Ltd. includes assays for PiCT®, in-TDT®, APC-R Factor V Leiden, Factor XIII, TAFI and Reptilase®. With the addition of the QuikCoag™ line from BioMedica Diagnostics, we now offer assays for PT, aPTT and Fibrinogen. Centerchem also distributes specialty biochemicals for the research, development and production of in vitro diagnostic products and pharmaceuticals. These include highly purified snake venom proteins, peptide substrates, synthetic and natural protease inhibitors and Prionex®, The BSA Alternative™. Visit www.centerchem.com or call 203-822-9800 for information.
Covance is a provider of gold standard Signet™ immunopathology antibodies, detection chemistries and ancillaries. Monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies are offered for immunohistochemistry on formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues and for a variety of other assays. These antibodies are available in pre-diluted and concentrated formats, providing ease-of-use and reproducibility in both manual and automated staining. Detection chemistries, chromogens, counterstains and buffers are also available in a range of kit volumes to meet your laboratory needs. Covance’s antibody portfolio also includes antibodies for neurodegenerative disease, cell biology and a variety custom immunology services. For more information contact Angela Thomas, Immunopathology Product Manager, at 800.223.0796 or angela.thomas@covance.com. Visit our website at www.covance.com
Exalpha Biologicals produces and sells products for Life Science Research, including monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies, for use in immunohistochemistry, western blot, ELISA and Flow Cytometry. We offer over 800 products and, through collaborations with other scientists as well as our own in-house R&D programs, Exalpha continues to bring leading edge products to market. Our family of CD antibodies combines quality and performance with reasonable prices to make our CD antibodies the best value in the market today. Our family of Proliferation products offers easy all-in-one kits or stand alone antibodies to quantitate proliferating cells. Take a look at our website or call us at 800/395-1137 for additional information.
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Invitrogen offers a comprehensive product portfolio of novel, high-quality Zymed® primary antibodies and detection reagents for immunohistochemistry. In addition to products for IHC, we also offer CISH probes, which allows the pathologist to analyze genetic aberrations in the context of the surrounding tissue morphology using standard bright-field microscopy. Our FDA-approved SPOT-Light® HER2 CISH Kit may be used to help select breast cancer patients for Herceptin® therapy. For a complete list of Invitrogen products for the anatomic pathology laboratory, please visit www.invitrogen.com/pathology.
Leica Microsystems, Biosystems Division. With our new Biosystems Division, you now have a single source for histology – from tissue cassettes to microtomes to IHC automation to Novocastra™ antibodies and reagents. For each individual histology step, there is a product to provide you with years of dependable service and high-quality results. For your entire histology laboratory, there is an integrated workflow ready to cut turnaround times and optimize productivity.
Of course, you need more than quality products. That’s why Leica Microsystems also delivers the services you need. Whether it’s a routine maintenance call, a request for IHC applications support, or advice on products for Lean workflows: Leica Microsystems is the one partner you need to call. www.leica-microsystems.com
Sakura Finetek USA is leading the revolution in Pathology with the Tissue-Tek® Xpress Rapid Tissue Processor and the AutoTEC® Automated Embedding System. Together these technologies allow your laboratory to achieve new levels in productivity. Our full line of Tissue-Tek® histology instrumentation and consumables include Tissue Processors, Embedding Systems, Microtomy and Cryotomy instruments, and Stainers and Coverslippers. Sakura is committed to changing the future of Pathology. Please visit our website at www.sakuraus.com for more details on our product portfolio, or contact Mr. Gilles Lefebvre, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations at 1-800-725-8723, Extension 7872 or glefebvre@sakuraus.com.
Ventana Medical is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of medical diagnostic instrument and reagent systems providing leading-edge automation technology for use in slide-based diagnosis of cancer and infectious disease. Our products are found in hospital-based histology laboratories, independent reference laboratories, and the drug discovery laboratories of some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, government labs, and medical research centers. For more information please visit our website at www.ventanamed.com or call us at 800.227.2155.
Voicebrook. “What’s your speech strategy?” Voicebrook’s VoiceOver Enterprise offers a proven speech recognition solution which is designed to integrate with your Pathology reporting system. We offer proven integration with systems from Cerner, Misys, GE, IMPAC, Meditech, SCC and others. VoiceOver has been deployed at a wide range of healthcare organizations with installations ranging from single-user to multi-hospital groups. Our many successes result from a deep knowledge and experience with pathology workflow and systems, coupled with a complete package of professional services from strategy and planning through implementation, customization, one-on-one training and on-going professional support. See how we can help you get results with speech recognition. Contact us at Pathology@voicebrook.com or 866-VOICE-XP for a no-obligation demo.
Tissue arrays / tissue sections
Biochain Institute, Inc. is a sample preparation company for biomedical research, diagnosis, and drug discovery. We are the market leader in providing high quality products of tissue sections, tissue arrays, cDNAs, proteins and genomic DNAs and RNAs from well-documented biomaterials, including normal and diseased samples from human, animal and plants. We also invent and commercialize novel processing and preparation of biomaterials tools, such as frozen tissue arrays, technologies in isolating DNA, RNA and protein simultaneously from the same samples, specialized tissue assays, the compartmental protein isolation kit, and the cell-lysate compatible qRT-PCR kit. Our integrated platform of technologies and products in biomaterials has greatly benefited our customers in biomedical research, diagnosis, and drug discovery. Contact us at 888/762-2568, info@biochain.com or visit us at www.biochain.com .
IMEB Inc. For 25 years, we have been the largest provider of used and refurbished pathology instruments, including all current makes and models. Our experienced staff of biomedical engineers ensures that all instruments we sell will offer you many years of reliable service. Our inventory consists of Microscopes, Microtomes, Cryostats, IHC Slide Stainers, Tissue Processors, Embedding Centers, Coverslippers, Microwaves, Grossing Work Stations and Cytology processing equipment (Thin Prep, TriPath and Cytospins). We also provide a complete line of supplies for this equipment. Please visit us at www.imebinc.com, call us at 1-800-543-8496 or 760-761-0836, or email john@imebinc.com.
Leica Microsystems, Biosystems Division. With our new Biosystems Division, you now have a single source for histology – from tissue cassettes to microtomes to IHC automation to Novocastra™ antibodies and reagents. For each individual histology step, there is a product to provide you with years of dependable service and high-quality results. For your entire histology laboratory, there is an integrated workflow ready to cut turnaround times and optimize productivity.
Of course, you need more than quality products. That’s why Leica Microsystems also delivers the services you need. Whether it’s a routine maintenance call, a request for IHC applications support, or advice on products for Lean workflows: Leica Microsystems is the one partner you need to call. www.leica-microsystems.com
Milestone Medical is the technological leader in Microwave Accelerated Tissue Processing. Milestone manufactures instrumentation and accessories that enable Histologists and Pathologists to achieve the highest level of productivity, while maintaining their flexibility and safety. Milestone’s family of rapid microwave lab stations allow tissue samples to be processed in a fraction of the time as compared to conventional methods, allowing for same-day diagnosis. They also offer a line of digital imaging equipment for grossing stations and autopsy rooms. These systems serve as a comprehensive method of storing macroscopic images of all specimens examined in the laboratory, providing an invaluable diagnostic database for routine grossing, teaching, and research. For more information, please visit our website by clicking here.
Sakura Finetek USA is leading the revolution in Pathology with the Tissue-Tek® Xpress Rapid Tissue Processor and the AutoTEC® Automated Embedding System. Together these technologies allow your laboratory to achieve new levels in productivity. Our full line of Tissue-Tek® histology instrumentation and consumables include Tissue Processors, Embedding Systems, Microtomy and Cryotomy instruments, and Stainers and Coverslippers. Sakura is committed to changing the future of Pathology. Please visit our website at www.sakuraus.com for more details on our product portfolio, or contact Mr. Gilles Lefebvre, Vice President Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations at 1-800-725-8723, Extension 7872 or glefebvre@sakuraus.com.
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