Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics Introduces MicroScan WalkAway plus Microbiology Systems
December 20 2007 - 9:00AM
PR Newswire (US)
Delivering advanced automation to microbiology laboratories
DEERFIELD, Ill., Dec. 20 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Siemens Medical
Solutions Diagnostics today announced the introduction of the
MicroScan(R) WalkAway(R) plus Systems for mid- and high-volume
clinical diagnostic microbiology laboratories. (Logo:
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070904/SIEMENSLOGO ) The
systems are the only instruments in the market that offer
simultaneous automation of overnight, rapid and specialty panels
that test for both gram negative and gram positive bacteria. The
WalkAway plus Systems also offer advanced automation features that
improve laboratory productivity by decreasing system maintenance
activity. The two new instrument models - a 40- panel capacity
model for medium-volume laboratories and a 96-panel capacity model
for high-volume laboratories - will replace the current WalkAway SI
40 and 96 Systems. "We remain committed to addressing the
challenges of today's clinical laboratory," said Jim Reid-Anderson,
president and CEO, Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics. "This new
innovation for the microbiology laboratory allows customers to
improve laboratory workflow and productivity while helping them to
continue advancing the quality of patient care in their
facilities." The Siemens' MicroScan technology was introduced as
the first advanced technology based on the sound microbiology
principles of true minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) testing.
This principle remains the most sensitive method to determine
bacteria's susceptibility to antibiotics. The new WalkAway plus
Systems combine proven MIC technology with new automated features,
including automated maintenance and dial-up system diagnostics
capability. Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics has nearly 60
MicroScan panels of tests, with up-to-date antibiotics including
overnight, rapid and specialty panels. The Company was the first to
offer an automated identification and susceptibility testing system
cleared for improved detection of the emerging resistant bacterium
Vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (VRSA). About Siemens
Medical Solutions Diagnostics Siemens Medical Solutions Diagnostics
is the leading clinical diagnostics provider in the world. The
company offers healthcare providers the broadest range of
diagnostic products and services that are used for diagnosing
medical conditions, monitoring patient therapy and providing
quality health care. Siemens' comprehensive portfolio of solutions
and highly responsive service are designed to improve clinical
outcomes, streamline workflow and enhance the operational
efficiency of clinical laboratories around the world. Visit
http://www.siemens.com/diagnostics. About Siemens Medical Solutions
Siemens Medical Solutions is one of the world's largest suppliers
to the healthcare industry. The company is a renowned medical
solutions provider with core competence and innovative strength in
diagnostic and therapeutic technologies as well as in knowledge
engineering, including information technology and system
integration. With its laboratory diagnostics acquisitions, Siemens
Medical Solutions will be the first fully integrated diagnostics
company, bringing together imaging and lab diagnostics, therapy,
and healthcare information technology solutions, supplemented by
consulting and support services. The company delivers solutions
across the entire continuum of care -- from prevention and early
detection, to diagnosis, therapy and care. Siemens Medical
Solutions employs more than 49,000 people worldwide and operates in
130 countries. According to IFRS, in the fiscal year 2007 (Sept.
30), Siemens Medical Solutions reported sales of euro 9.85 billion,
orders of euro 10.27 billion, and group profit of euro 1.32 billion
(preliminary figures, unaudited). Further information can be found
by visiting http://www.siemens.com/medical.
http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20070904/SIEMENSLOGODATASOURCE:
Siemens Medical Solutions CONTACT: Amanda Naiman, Siemens Medical
Solutions, +1-610-448-4531, Web site:
http://www.usa.siemens.com/medical
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