Automated systems for newborn screening
The Immunomat™ is intended for neonatal screening laboratories performing between 400 and 1000 daily determinations. With a maximum capacity of 7 microplates, it optimizes the rate of the laboratory by allowing the processing of different parameters in parallel. The handling of this robust instrument is easy and the software is intuitive to use. The Immunomat greatly facilitates and streamlines routine work to optimize working time.
The Immunomat is validated for the quantitative or qualitative measurement of samples in the neonatal screening of 96-well microplates. It is compatible with most kits in the NEONATAL range from ZenTech. Thanks to the Immunomat, working time and consumable usage are optimized because the majority of the assay steps of the different parameters available are done automatically, with precision and repeatability.
The Immunomat is reliable and capable of multitasking, ensuring easy and efficient use. The analyzer is equipped with an integrated pipetting system, microplate carrier, microplate washer and absorbance reader for enzyme immuno assay (EIA) and colorimetric kits.
The software is used to implement test protocols and also to define and perform worklists. Upon completion of the tests, it is easy to obtain the evaluation of the results of the run of the session using the integrated software. With interface features, exporting results is feasible.
| Detectable diseases (biomarkers) | Congenital hypothyroidism (TSH – T4), Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (17-OHP), Cystic fibrosis (IRT-PAP), Phenylketonuria (Phenylalanine), Galactosemia (TGAL), Leukinosis (Leukin) |
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| Maximum number of plates per session | 7 |
| Sampling method | Disposable tips |
| Number of incubators | 4 independent (Agitator/incubator) + 4 standby positions |
| Detection method | Absorbance |
| Wavelengths | 405 – 450 – 550 – 620 nm |
| Size | 140 cm x 156 cm x 100 cm |
| Weight | 130 kg |
| Certifications | Certified EC – IVDD Directive 98/79/EC |
The Nova M4 automated DBS puncher has a four-plate capacity. It is perfectly suited for neonatal screening laboratories that test two to four parameters.
903® blotting papers provide a safe and proven method to facilitate sample collection, identification and transport. These newborn screening filter papers are subject to very strict quality controls to ensure uniform composition, thickness, absorption and purity.
The ELISA and enzymatic techniques are the standards in neonatal screening. These techniques enable the detection of metabolic and endocrine diseases that may cause developmental delays, or even death, in infants. With early detection, prompt management can be implemented, thereby maximizing the newborn’s chances of growing and developing normally. ZenTech markets nine kits using ELISA and enzyme techniques for the detection of eight diseases. To cater for the needs of each type of laboratory, regardless of size, manual or automated kits are available.
