The ventana benchmark special stains product guide is a reference document which includes product specific information about benchmark special stains kit components and reagents, a visual demonstration of the protocol options for each assay, and information about optimizing staining performance for the benchmark special stains automated staining platform. Blanca irons foster parent the bair foundation linkedin. Automated for use on the ventana benchmark special stains instrument, the gram staining kit aids pathologists in the most basic classification of bacteria into grampositive and gramnegative bacteria in fixed tissue samples. Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. This fleld guide is intended to be an educational supplement, not a substitute for product labeling. Automated for use on the ventana benchmark special stains instrument, the gram staining kit aids pathologists in the most basic classification of bacteria into grampositive and gramnegative bacteria in fixed tissue sampl. Manufacturer specifications benchmark ultra, ventana please note.
Ventana has announced the global launch of the ventana gram staining kit. Staining protocols for immunohistochemistry ihc idh1. By colouring otherwise transparent tissue sections, these stains allow highly trained pathologists and researchers to view, under a microscope, tissue morphology structure or to look for the presence or prevalence of particular cell types, structures or even microorganisms such as. Expected results acidfast bacteria bright red background light blue. The gram staining kit is the newest addition to the ventana product offerings on the highly successful, fully automated benchmark special stains platform launched in mid2012.
Ventana benchmark special stains system roche diagnostics. Many antibodies have manual protocols that use a low ph citrate antigen retrieval, but 99% of antibodies on the ventana use higher ph edta antigen retrieval. The ventana system software uses an intuitive user interface to operate the benchmark special stains instrument. Loosely defined, heatinduced epitope retrieval hier is a pretreatment procedure often used prior to immunohistochemistry ihc or in situ hybridaization ish procedures to improve staining by modifying the molecular conformation of target. This product is intended for in vitro diagnostic ivd use. System software uses an intuitive user interface to operate the benchmark special stains instrument. Bb 6085a product guide bmk ss field guide v3 germany. Upon antibody incubation perform ventana standard signal amplification, ultrawash, counter staining with one drop of hematoxylin for 4 min and one drop. Jan 03, 2012 the clinical value of special stains duration. Familiarity using 3 methods of ihc using the sequenza immuno station manual method, ventana benchmark xt, and leica bondmax. Tissue diagnostics ventana innovative diagnostic instruments. This website is intended for healthcare professionals only. Roche ventana benchmark ultra slide stainer rankin. The ventana benchmark special stains system combines automated individual slide staining with a comprehensive assortment of readytouse assays, for a complete special stains solution.
This connection delivers remote troubleshooting and training, software upgrades over the internet, and overtheshoulder help from roche service experts. The ventana benchmark special stains system roche diagnostics. Reduce manual processes and improve your lab capabilities by allocating your skilled laboratory professionals to higher value contributions. Hoffmann money laroche in benchmark 4b5 4b5antibody.
Benchmark special stains automated slide stainer afb iii alcian blue. Benchmark special stains deparaffinization solution 10x. Rhhby, a member of the roche group, innovates and manufactures instruments and reagents that au. Other methods of staining use immunohistochemistry or in situ hybridization to target specific proteins. Roche ventana benchmark ultra slide stainer the roche ventana benchmark ultra slide stainer with new ultimate reagent access ura is the worlds first platform that allows laboratories to process individual immunohistochemistry ihc and in situ hybridization ish samples as soon as they arrive in the lab. Ventana is the industry leader 2 in the special stains instrument market, and this next level of instrument automation will dramatically enhance testing efficiency over manual processes.
Ventana benchmark special stains general reference guide 1. The instrument is for automatic preparation of tissues throughout process of baking deparaffinisation up to staining, which allows to increase the menu of tests that will. Automated for use on the ventana benchmark special stains instrument, the gram staining kit aids pathologists in the most basic classification of bacteria into grampositive and gram. With this latest addition to the benchmark family of instruments, ventana is introducing a special stains system that dramatically enhances testing efficiency over manual processes, enabling. Ventana launches fully automated gram stain on the. The ventana mmr ihc panel is comprised of five primary antibodies used to detect the mmr proteins mlh1, pms2, msh2 and msh6 and mutated braf. Ventana caregiver remote support establishes a twoway communication link between the benchmark special stains instrument and the roche customer support center. Alyssa peters ht ascp, dp histotechnologist ii children. Tissue processing record time gross cassette verification. Nexes special stainer the market leader in its class, enhancing performance for labs nationwide for more than a decade. Arup laboratories celebrates new stateoftheart diagnostic. Reduced risk decrease technician risk with reduced exposure to harmful chemicals. The benchmark special stains system saves technician time by automating common tasks such as baking, deparaffinisation and staining, while readytouse assays. Ventana launches ventana gram staining kit technology.
The benchmark special stains instrument is operated by the ventana system. Possibility to connect up to 8 instruments like nexes special stains, xt gx one computer. Ventana benchmark special stains automated slide stainer eliminates manual processes and temperature dependencies with automated deparaffinization and independent slide heating for histology. Labs everywhere trust the nexes special stainer to keep their staining process productive, consistent, and safe. This enhancement allows labs to quickly respond to. Overview of heatinduced epitope retrieval hier techniques and devices. Ventana antiher2neu 4b5 rabbit monoclonal primary antibody ventana her2 4b5 is intended for the semiquantitative detection of her2 antigen in sections of formalinfixed, paraffinembedded normal and neoplastic breast and gastric tissue on a ventana automated slide staining device.
Nov 21, 2018 ventana benchmark special stains general reference guide 1. Special stains is a critical part of the lab workflow, and the benchmark. Ventana, a member of the roche group, announced the unveiling of its new stateoftheart benchmark special stains system during a ribboncutting ceremony at arup associated regional and university pathologists laboratories in salt lake city, utah. Information intended for the general public can be found on. This manual, in its printed version, is the main reference source used by the technical staff and personnel of the department. Ventana benchmark special stains automated slide stainer. Mar 15, 2012 ventana benchmark special stains automated slide stainer eliminates manual processes and temperature dependencies with automated deparaffinization and independent slide heating for histology labs. Ventana launches ventana gram staining kit technology networks. The benchmark special stains instrument is operated by the ventana system soft ware with an intuitive user interface. Refer to the package insert and operator manual for primary informat. Source for information on ventana medical systems, inc international directory of company histories dictionary.
Ventana, a member of the roche group, today announced the global launch of the ventana gram staining kit1 automated for use on the ventana benchmark special stains instrument, the gram staining kit aids pathologists in the most basic classification of bacteria into grampositive and gramnegative bacteria in fixed tissue. Biz tucson special report ventana medical systems by. Eliminate manual processes and slide batching with readytouse reagents, automated deparaffinization and. Histochemical special stains using the ventana benchmark special stain machine. Ventana banchmark gx represents instrument of the latest generation for automated tissue preparation and staining, whose main features are quality, flexibility, reliability and productivity. Anybody who has performed ihc, if, ish, or fish staining manually knows that the process involves multiple applications of rinses, washes, and incubations. Productivity features such as the ability to run any test next to any other test and bulk and waste uid sensing will improve turnaround time and optimize work ow. Now, new features give you reliable results plus greater staining flexibility. Productivity features such as the ability to run any test next. Grow your capabilities with benchmark special stains platform the ventana benchmark special stains platform offers a new level of automation for special stains. Ventana benchmark special stains general reference guide. Simple lipids sp20 h oil red o hepatitis b surface antigen sp67 ha orcein pas positive structures e. Ventana benchmark special stains automated slide stainer eliminates manual processes and temperature dependencies with automated. Watch this revealing demonstration of manual staining workflow vs.
Oct 22, 20 tucson, az prnewswire ventana medical systems, inc. The benchmark special stains slide staining system reduces technician time by mechanizing usual tasks such as baking, paraffin removal, and staining, while the accessible assays increase technician safety by cutting down exposure to harmful chemicals and support quick, precise, consistent results. Automated for use on the ventana benchmark special stains instrument, the gram staining kit aids pathologists in the most basic classification of bacteria into grampositive and gramnegative. The kit offers two counterstain options and testing protocol flexibility to meet pathologists individual preferences. Ventana benchmark special stains system diagnostics. Benchmark special stains automated slide stainer reagent catalog.
Ventana launches fully automated gram stain on the benchmark. Tucson, az prnewswire ventana medical systems, inc. Ventana introduces the benchmark special stains platform. An intro to routine and special staining in histopathology. Please confirm that you are a medical professional before accessing the. Manufacturer specifications benchmark lt, ventana please note. None of the equipment posted for sale on is owned by medwow, should you have any questions regarding a specific item, please direct them to the appropriate seller by making use of the available communication channels on the items page. The benchmark special stains instrument is operated by the ventana system software with an intuitive user interface. Ventana is all about innovation in anatomic pathology, said mara g. The content on this website is intended for healthcare professionals only. Refer to the package insert and operator manual for primary information regarding your special stains kits and instrument operation. Manual processes and temperature dependencies are eliminated through auto mated deparaffinization and independent slide heating.
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