Radiometer America announced that Radiometer’s next-generation, cassette-based analyzer, the ABL90 FLEX, received 510(k) clearance from FDA. The ABL90 FLEX analyzer is the latest addition to the company’s blood gas line, offering speed and high-throughput in a compact instrument. The ABL90 FLEX delivers blood gas results in 35 seconds, a turnaround time (TAT) unmatched by other blood gas analyzers on the market. The analyzer also processes up to 44 samples per hour.

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An over-the-counter drug for constipation offers superior symptom relief compared with a commonly used prescription agent, results of a systematic review suggest. Polyethylene glycol (PEG) led to greater improvement in stool frequency and form, relief of abdominal pain, and need for additional treatments as compared with lactulose, according to combined data from 10 randomized clinical trials involving more than 850 adults and children. PEG demonstrated superiority in children and adults alike.

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Biohit has expanded its collection of diagnostic tests for gastro-intestinal diseases by launching its ColonView Hb and Hb/Hp quick tests. Developed for a faster detection and prevention of colorectal cancer, the ColonView quick tests are a simple and cost-effective solution. The testing will facilitate the diagnosis of patients with fecal occult blood (a major marker for colorectal cancer and pre-cancerous large adenomas). Also, the tests will help in identification of other diseases associated with bleeding.