Leading Edge

Our Diagnostics Update Newsletter

Leading Edge is our regular diagnostics update publication that brings you a range of topical articles, user reports, expert opinion, conference reports etc. plus latest developments and product news relating to clinical diagnostics.

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2023 Issue 1

In this issue we’re pleased to announce not one, but two exciting new developments. First and foremost, we are delighted to announce the official launch of our newly developed website. Furthermore, we are pleased to announce that The Alpha Portal is now operational.

2022 Issue 2

Our latest Leading Edge focuses on Solutions for Improved Workflows and Laboratory Efficiency. This is illustrated by customer case studies, including ones on fCAL turbo, pancreatic elastase and the Quantum Blue® therapeutic drug monitoring assays.

2022 Issue 1

The end of 2021 was a time for great celebration at Alpha Laboratories with some exciting live events. Our teams were invited to attend two award ceremonies and from both we came away with the winners accolade. Read more in this issue.

2021 Issue 2

In this issue of Leading Edge we focus on the new fPELA assay, which enables pancreatic testing from the same patient sample as that used for calprotectin. Plus, find out how calprotectin home testing with IBDoc continues to complement Laboratory testing.

2021 Issue 1

This issue looks at Detecting COVID-19 Associated Pulmonary Aspergillosis, the new BÜHLMANN fPELA® turbo on the cobas® c501 and The Benefits of Rapid and Point-of-Care Monitoring of Therapeutic Drugs.

2020 Issue 1

The first issue of the new decade introduces you to a range of new products, including the Factor VIII Inhibitor Testing Kit, the new Chromogenic Factor VIII Assay, and the new fPELA Assay for Faecal Pancreatic Elastase.

Clinical Supplements

Periodically we also publish clinical supplements that help you keep up to date with developments in clinical diagnostics and the benefits for medical staff and patients alike.

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