Bio-Rad SARS-CoV-2 S gene variant controls
October 2021—Bio-Rad Laboratories has launched SARS-CoV-2 S gene alpha, beta, gamma, and epsilon variant controls.
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Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 1:00–2:00 PM ET
In this webinar, we will examine how immune recognition after allogeneic HCT can influence leukemia relapse and disease progression. The session will highlight the clinical relevance of HLA loss of heterozygosity (LOH), approaches used for its detection, and how LOH findings may support transplant strategies, including considerations for donor selection in subsequent transplantation.
Webinar presenter Alberto Cardoso Martins Lima, PhD, Clinical consulting scientist in histocompatibility,
specializing in allogeneic hematopoietic cell transplantation (HCT) at IGEN/AFIP São Paulo and CHC/UFPR in Curitiba, Brazil
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 12:00–1:00 PM ET
Hear an expert discuss the expanded clinical utility of HER2 IHC scoring in metastatic breast cancer and its impact on your practice
Webinar presenter Michelle Shiller, DO, AP, CP, MGP, FACP, Baylor University Medical Center.
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
Wednesday, July 15, 2026, 1:00-2:00 PM ET
Hear an expert discuss how to integrate Kappa and Lambda in situ hybridization testing into your standard hematopathology workflow to accurately assess B-cell and plasma cell clonality. You will also gain the skills to recognize testing pitfalls in challenging reactive versus neoplastic proliferations and apply ancillary tools to resolve complex cases.
Webinar presenter Xiaojun Wu, MD, PhD, Assistant professor, Director of Hematopathology Section at NCR of Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Pathology, SOM at Johns Hopkins University
Moderated by: Bob McGonnagle, Publisher, CAP TODAY
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Mesa Labs to acquire Agena
October 2021—Mesa Laboratories has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Agena Bioscience for a cash price of $300 million, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. The transaction is expected to be completed by Dec. 31 and is subject to customary conditions, including receipt of applicable regulatory approvals.
Thermo Fisher expands hematology-oncology NGS portfolio
October 2021—Thermo Fisher Scientific announced a suite of Ion Torrent Oncomine immune repertoire assays designed to detect potentially malignant clones of T cells and B cells. Using proprietary Ion AmpliSeq technology, the pan-clonality assays target multiple parts of the B- and T-cell immune receptors using a single reaction with ultra-high sensitivity.
FDA grants EUA to next-gen TaqPath COVID-19 assays
October 2021—Thermo Fisher Scientific announced FDA emergency use authorization of the TaqPath COVID-19 Fast PCR Combo Kit 2.0 and TaqPath COVID-19 RNase P Combo Kit 2.0. Both kits are updated versions of tests, with increased genomic target redundancy to ensure continued accuracy as SARS-CoV-2 mutates.
Cepheid gets EUA for Xpert Xpress CoV-2/Flu/RSV Plus
October 2021—Cepheid received FDA emergency use authorization for its Xpert Xpress CoV-2/Flu/RSV Plus, a rapid molecular diagnostic test for qualitative detection of the viruses causing COVID-19, flu A, flu B, and respiratory syncytial virus infections from a single patient sample. The Plus version of the test provides three gene targets for SARS-CoV-2 detection—N2, E, and RdRP. The test is designed for use on any GeneXpert system and results are delivered in about 36 minutes.
Steripath Micro available for use in children’s hospitals
October 2021—Magnolia Medical Technologies announced the commercial availability of its Steripath Micro Initial Specimen Diversion Device designed for use in children’s hospitals. Steripath Micro is an FDA 510(k)-cleared device with the specific indication to reduce blood culture contamination. The small, lightweight device requires less than 1 mL of blood for patients with limited volumes or difficult intravenous access. The company says Steripath Micro has shown a zero percent contamination rate in two leading children’s hospitals during a three- month period.
BD launches high-throughput molecular dx platform in U.S.
September 2021—BD has launched its FDA-approved BD COR PX/GX system, a fully automated, high-throughput diagnostic platform that integrates robotics and sample management software algorithms to automate the complete molecular laboratory workflow from sample processing to diagnostic test result.
Qiagen, Verogen to provide NGS solutions for human identification
September 2021—Qiagen announced a commercialization partnership with Verogen that will provide customers with tools and comprehensive support for human identification workflows in laboratories.
Roche POC SARS-CoV-2 test gets EUA
September 2021—Roche announced that the FDA granted emergency use authorization for the Cobas SARS-CoV-2 Nucleic acid test for use on the Cobas Liat System. The singleplex, RT-PCR test screens within 20 minutes both asymptomatic and symptomatic persons. The test, for point-of-care use, offers broad strain coverage of SARS-CoV-2 variants.
Verichem carbon dioxide reference materials
September 2021—Verichem Laboratories offers a selection of ready-to-use carbon dioxide reference materials. The five-level standard kit along with an optional level F are intended for calibration and/or calibration verification of clinical systems and are suited for use with ion-selective electrode and wet testing methodologies.