Hologic launches scalable molecular testing in the US and Europe
Summary
Hologic has launched new modular hardware for its Panther molecular testing system, allowing it to scale up to the proper capacity among low- and high-volume testing laboratories, or be customized and grow over time. Now available in the U.S. and Europe, the optional offerings are designed to attach onto the main, automated Panther platform and its workflow—which processes kits for women’s health, sexually transmitted infections, and respiratory and viral diagnostics, as well as other lab-developed tests. “Our laboratory partners seek continuing efficiency and consolidation, and we are observing that trend in real time, with more Panther instruments in the field running multiple assays than ever before,” Hologic’s diagnostic solutions division president, Kevin Thornal, said in a statement. The Panther Link system, meanwhile, collates information such as reagent kit and reflex test orders, alongside inventory monitoring and maintenance checklists. Hologic is also working on customizable Panther Trax, which will physically and electronically connect different instruments together to form a single workflow and increase testing volume.