UK’s largest diagnostics company expands thanks to Ā£50 million HSBC backing
UK’s largest diagnostics company expands thanks to Ā£50 million HSBC backing
UK's largest diagnostics company expands thanks to £50 million HSBC backing
The UK’s largest diagnostics company is set to expand further into international markets thanks to a £50 million funding package from HSBC UK.
Northern Ireland-based Randox, which produces over 4 billion diagnostic health tests annually, will use the funding to support further expansion.
With manufacturing facilities in the UK, Ireland, India, and shortly to include the US, the company is set to export its products to 145 countries through its 18 global offices and worldwide distributor network.
Additionally, the funding will support the continued roll out of new Randox Health clinics throughout the UK, ensuring the company can continue to bring cutting edge diagnostic services direct to the general public.
Moving to HSBC UK has also allowed Randox to streamline its international operations by integrating its banking under HSBC’s global network, facilitating better co-ordination and more efficient management of its overseas businesses.
Dr Peter Fitzgerald, managing director at Randox, said: “The need for a strategic banking partner with sector-specific expertise was crucial in choosing HSBC, and the team’s knowledge and international proposition aligns well with our growth ambitions.
“Being able to export into new overseas markets and grow our clinic network will ensure that more people than ever before can shift away from the traditional model of sickness management to a new era of truly preventative healthcare.”
Rory Clarke, global relationship director at HSBC, said: “We are thrilled to support Randox as it continues its rapid growth, both overseas and here in the UK. This funding will streamline the banking side of the business, enabling it to focus on expanding its international presence and its direct-to-consumer business.”
Randox is set to expand further into international markets thanks to a £50 million funding package from HSBC UK. Pictured, from left, are Rory Clarke (HSBC UK), Adrian Doran (Randox CFO), James Cundy (HSBC UK), Dr Peter FitzGerald (Randox managing director), Cecilia Fortugno (COO Randox Biosciences)
James Cundy, head of corporate and leveraged finance at HSBC, said: “Delighted to be able to support a leading diagnostics company such as Randox. The financing we have provided will help support growth and further R&D in this important area of preventative healthcare.”
Randox has already invested over £400 million in developing its innovative biochip array technology which allows multiple diagnostic tests to be run simultaneously from a single blood sample.
The company manufactures a wide range of diagnostic reagents, tests and analysers for sale globally, with Randox Health’s network of 38 clinics in the UK, Ireland and the US, providing health screening and other services direct to the general public.
For more information, please contact public.relations@randox.com
Technology for a better world: Goodwood Festival of Speed announces exhibitors for FOS Future Lab presented by Randox
Technology for a better world: Goodwood Festival of Speed announces exhibitors for FOS Future Lab presented by Randox
Monday 30th June 2025.
- FOS Future Lab Ambassador Tim Peake will offer “Tim’s Take” on the exhibitors
- Rapping Science Teacher Matt Green to supercharge STEM for a 1,000 students
- Exhibitors including The National Robotarium, Space Forge, European Space Agency, Seabed 2030 and more to wow at the Festival of Speed
- Festival of Speed takes place Thursday 10 – Sunday 13 July.
- Final tickets remain at goodwood.com.
09:00 – 30.06.2025: The Goodwood Festival of Speed presented by Mastercard today unveils an extraordinary technology line-up for its FOS Future Lab presented by Randox exhibition.
The frontier science showcase, curated by Lucy Johnston, explores technology for a better world, whether that be mapping deep space, exploring the depths of the ocean, or demonstrating the very latest uses of AI and robotics.
Over 90,000 visitors are expected at the exhibition across the weekend from Thursday 10 to Sunday 13 July. They’ll have the chance to meet Ameca, a humanoid robot, watch European Space Agency scientists recreate the universe after the big bang, explore a detailed 3-D printed model of Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance, and discover the future of healthcare with Randox.
Long-time Festival of Speed supporters, Atlassian Williams Racing will appear as part of the STEM Lab by EDB for the first time at this year’s event. As well as taking to the Goodwood hillclimb across the weekend, the Formula 1 team will bring an interactive display to the FOS Future Lab campus supported by EBD, the event’s STEM partner, as they highlight next-generation driver protection and give visitors the chance to test their Formula 1 driving reflexes.
Tiktok sensation The Rapping Science Teacher, Matt Green, has been announced as Goodwood’s first Festival Of Speed STEM Ambassador. Matt will support Future Lab’s STEM ambitions, welcoming 1,000 school children on the first day of the event which takes place at the Goodwood Estate in West Sussex.
Matt Green said: “I am thrilled to be the first Festival of Speed STEM Ambassador. It is essential we encourage young people to shape our world and empower more women and girls into STEM careers. At Future Lab I’m leading STEM tours to show science is for everyone. I can’t wait to support this ambition at Future Lab”
Tim Peake said: “Future Lab inspires thousands of visitors every year and is an incredible forum in which to learn about the science and technology driving our understanding of the Universe.”
The 2025 FOS Future Lab exhibition will explore four key themes:
- New Industrial Revolutions featuring breakthroughs in robotics, automation, AI and the pioneering companies powering human-machine collaboration.
- Our Big Blue Dot with cutting-edge technologies deployed on maritime missions enabling humanity to gain a greater understanding of the oceans.
- Exploring Spatial Intelligence showcasing advances in spatial computing, big data visualisation, volumetric modelling, immersive environment creation, and analytical AI tools, taking us to new places.
- Mobility For Humanity exhibiting smart mobility solutions enabling us to explore the unexplored, protect the environment, keep humans safe, support industry and expand humanity’s understanding of the planet and beyond.
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2025 FOS Future Lab Exhibitors
Randox
Randox are showcasing their patented Biochip Array Technology to supercharge clinical decision-making. A large floor and ceiling light installation representing the Randox biochip will be installed at the heart of Future Lab, displaying a living canvas of flowing data points that move in waves above and below guests – the glowing fragments represent hundreds of different health insights only possible with the biochip.
Dr Peter Fitzgerald, Managing Director, Randox said: “Our Future Lab exhibit will showcase how cutting-edge health technologies, science and early detection can empower people to live longer, healthier lives. We’re proud to support a platform that sparks curiosity among future generations of scientists, engineers and innovators.”
Randox Unveils Revolutionary Evidence RABTA
Randox Unveils Revolutionary Evidence RABTA
Friday 27th June 2025.
Randox is proud to announce the launch of its pioneering Evidence RABTA (Randox Access Biochip Technology Analyser), setting a new standard in laboratory diagnostics. A new addition to the Evidence series range of analysers, this state-of-the-art analyser combines advanced Biochip Array Technology with exceptional efficiency, designed to meet the demanding needs of modern laboratories.
Key Features
- High Throughput: Capable of processing up to 60 samples per hour, delivering up to 2,640 test results per hour, and an impressive 19,580 test results per day.
- Random Access: The RABTA analyser offers seamless random access capabilities, designed to perform multiple tests on various samples, eliminating the constraints of batch testing.
- Priority Sampling: The advanced software allows users to assign samples as priority, ensuring rapid processing and reporting of critical results.
- Rapid Results: The time to first result is just 36 minutes, with remaining results released one sample per minute onward. RABTA software intuitively analyses what tests are being run and assigns the order of samples in the most time-efficient way.
- Zero Carry-Over Risk: Utilising single-use tips for aspiration and dispensing, the RABTA ensures no carry-over risk, maintaining high accuracy with every result.
- Multiplex Testing: Innovative Biochip Array Technology enables the simultaneous detection of up to 44 targets from a single patient sample, reducing time and resources needed for diagnostics.
Modules and Workflow
The RABTA analyser features five intuitive modules tailored for specific functions, ensuring easy integration and adaptability for various applications, from diagnostics to advanced research. The modules include reagent, biochip, signal, tip, and sample storage, all designed to maximise efficiency and ensure seamless operation.
Technical Snapshot
- Dimensions: 1300 x 800 x 1800mm (W x D x H)
- Weight: 450kg
- Maximum Sample Throughput: 60 samples per hour
- Maximum Test Result Throughput: 2,640 test results per hour
- Walk Away Time: Up to 2.5 hours
- Time to First Result: 36 minutes
- Sample Types: Serum, Urine
- LIMS Compatible: Uni-directional LIMs
Find out more
Email us: marketing@randox.com
Randox Renews its Sponsorship of the Grand National for a Further Three Years
Randox Renews its Sponsorship of the Grand National for a Further Three Years
Friday 4th April 2025
The Jockey Club is delighted to announce today, Ladies Day of the Randox Grand National Festival, that Randox has renewed its sponsorship of the Grand National for a further three years – taking its backing of world’s greatest chase up to and including the 2029 renewal
Randox, which was founded in 1982 and specialises in the provision of timely and accurate diagnostic testing and promotion of preventative healthcare, first extended its support to the world’s greatest chase in 2017 when One For Arthur was successful.
The sponsorship extension announced today means that Northern Ireland-based Randox has put its name to the Grand National for a total of 12 years – equaling the record length as a title sponsor held by Martell, who backed the great race from 1992 to 2004.
Dr Peter FitzGerald, founder and Managing Director of Randox, said:
“Extending our sponsorship of the Randox Grand National to 2029 reflects our commitment to the promotion of preventative health and well-being across the nation.
Our goal is to enable people to live better for longer and, in doing so, to achieve much wider social benefit. Our comprehensive testing programmes, are now available in 30 clinics across the UK and Ireland, extending to 58 clinics by the end of 2025 and 143 clinics by late 2026 – providing easy access to advanced and cost-effective testing programmes to support prevention and better long-term health. In doing so we are fully aligned with the Government’s and the NHS’s drive to achieve a healthier, more productive society.
I am delighted to be extending our relationship with Aintree, The Jockey Club and the City of Liverpool – this a truly iconic national event, in a great city.
I congratulate Aintree and The Jockey Club in their stewardship of the People’s Race and if our continuing sponsorship helps shift the dial toward a healthier and more prosperous nation, our time and resources will have been well spent.
Dickon White, The Jockey Club's North West Regional Director, added:
“I would like to extend our sincere thanks to Randox for its generous and continued support of the Grand National. We love working with Peter and all the team at Randox, whose passion not only for the Grand National but the whole festival and all the work we do in the community mirrors our own.
While Randox has become synonymous with the People’s Race as its sponsor, what few people will appreciate is just how invested in and passionate they are about these three days and horseracing more broadly. We could not wish for a more loyal partner, whose ongoing commitment extends way beyond the Randox Grand National Festival itself and includes so many events leading up to it.
Their time as Grand National sponsor has already seen some truly memorable renewals of the world’s greatest steeplechase, including Rachael Blackmore becoming the first female jockey to win the race aboard Minella Times in 2021 and the back-to-back victories of Tiger Roll in 2018 and 2019. We look forward to many more memorable moments in the future.”
Jenny and Gemma Saddle up to Support Prostate Cancer UK as Randox Backs Charity at Iconic Grand National Festival
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Jenny and Gemma saddle up to support Prostate Cancer UK as Randox backs charity at iconic Grand National Festival
- Grand National headline sponsor Randox to donate sponsorship rights, including Ladies Day Race title, to help save men’s lives
- Leading men’s health charity to raise awareness of England’s most common cancer across iconic Festival
- Prostate Cancer UK supporters and broadcasters Jenny Powell and Gemma Oaten among Ladies Day special guests
Prostate Cancer UK will deliver life-saving messaging to thousands of racegoers at this year’s Grand National Festival thanks to headline sponsors, Randox.
Randox is donating the sponsorship of the title race to Prostate Cancer UK on Ladies Day on Friday April 4th, and broadcasters and special guests Jenny Powell and Gemma Oaten will be visiting the famous Festival, continuing their support for the leading men’s health charity.
Powell and Oaten will be in the stands to watch the Randox Supporting Prostate Cancer UK Topham Chase, with the Aintree event holding added significance for the duo, whose families have both been affected by prostate cancer. Jenny’s father died of prostate cancer in 2021, while Gemma’s dad, Dennis, is living with advanced prostate cancer.
Jenny Powell, who presents the weekend breakfast show on Greatest Hits Radio, said:
“Losing my dad to prostate cancer was heartbreaking, so I want to use my family’s experience to help others and continue the conversation about the disease.
“My dad was a strong, proud man who never liked talking about his health. His experience taught me that we need to encourage men to have open conversations about prostate cancer risk. That’s why it’s fantastic that Randox has picked Prostate Cancer UK as a charity partner of the Randox Grand National Festival.
“There will be a lot of men watching the racing at Aintree, and one in eight of them will get prostate cancer. That’s a scary statistic, but one that Prostate Cancer UK are working to reverse, and I’m delighted to be supporting the charity on Ladies Day this year.”
Former Emmerdale actress Oaten said:
“My dad is a massive horseracing fan, so being at the Randox Grand National on Ladies Day, supporting Prostate Cancer UK, is really exciting.
“When my dad was diagnosed with Stage 3 prostate cancer, our whole world stopped. Thankfully he’s still going strong today, and sharing his story has hopefully encouraged men like him to go to speak to their GP if they have any concerns themselves.
“Dad’s experience has also allowed me to work closely with Prostate Cancer UK and learn what fantastic work they do; not only in research into the disease, but supporting men and their families living with a diagnosis.
“It’ll be a real honour to represent the charity on Ladies Day, and I can’t wait to see the action at Aintree.”
Laura Kerby, Chief Executive of Prostate Cancer UK, said:
“We’re incredibly grateful to Randox for their generous support, and for providing such a significant platform to shine a spotlight on prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men.
“The Randox Grand National is one of the most iconic sporting events in the world, with the eyes of millions of horseracing fans across the UK firmly fixed on the action at Aintree every year. This partnership will enable Prostate Cancer UK to reach even more men with our lifesaving message and help save lives.”
Dr. Peter FitzGerald, Managing Director of Randox Health, said:
“At Randox, we are committed to improving health outcomes through innovation and early diagnosis, and we are honoured to support Prostate Cancer UK through our Grand National sponsorship. By dedicating the Ladies Day race to this important cause, we hope to drive greater awareness and encourage men to take charge of their health.
“Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men, with risk increasing due to factors such as age, family history, and ethnicity. Early detection is crucial, as the disease often develops without symptoms in its early stages. By raising awareness of these risk factors and the importance of regular health checks, we aim to empower men with the knowledge they need to take proactive steps in safeguarding their health.”
The 2025 Randox Grand National Festival takes place from Thursday, April 3rd to Saturday, April 5th at Aintree Racecourse. The Randox Supporting Prostate Cancer UK Topham Chase will be held on Ladies Day, Friday April 4th, as runners and riders take on the iconic Grand National fences.
For more information on the Randox Grand National and Prostate Cancer UK, visit www.randox.com and www.prostatecanceruk.org.
Be Race Ready: Feel your best with Randox Health
Be Race Ready: Feel your best with Randox Health
Race day at the Randox Grand National isn’t just about the horses—it’s about the excitement, the energy, and the unforgettable experience of spending a day out with friends and family.
With just 3 weeks to go to one of the most iconic events in the sporting calendar, why not take a moment to ensure that you’re “race ready” and feeling your best? Randox Health’s comprehensive health checks are designed to help you stay energized, balanced, and ready to make the most of every moment of race day.
The Randox Grand National: A Day of Fun, Energy, and Excitement
The Randox Grand National is a day filled with excitement, cheers, and celebrations. Whether you’re attending Aintree or watching from home, the energy is infectious. But to truly make the most of the experience, it’s essential to feel your best. Just as the horses are carefully prepared for the race ahead, you too can set yourself up for success by taking control of your health.
Health Checks: The Ultimate Pre-Race Routine
At Randox Health, we believe that everyone deserves to feel their best. Our comprehensive health checks are designed to give you a complete picture of your well-being, so you can stay ahead of the game. Here’s what you can expect:
- Early Detection & Prevention:
Get ahead of potential health issues with advanced diagnostic screenings that catch problems before they become setbacks. - Personalised Insights:
Receive a personalized report on key health indicators—think of it as your personal performance analysis that guides your fitness and lifestyle choices. - Enhanced Performance & Recovery:
Understand how your body responds to stress, nutrition, and exercise. Whether you’re training for a race or just want to boost your everyday energy, knowing your body can help you fine-tune your routine.
How It Works: Simple, Efficient, and Effective
Our process is designed to be quick, efficient, and accessible—even with a busy schedule:
CHOOSE WELLNESS. Visit a Randox Health clinic or order a home test kit – it’s that simple
DON’T MISS A THING. Monitor thousands of health risks before symptoms show, giving you a clear snapshot of your health.
ADVICE THAT MATTERS. Get clear results, expert insights and guidance that makes a difference.
TAKE CONTROL. Make small lifestyle changes that can have a big impact
TRACK YOUR PROGRESS. Retest when you’re ready, see real improvements.
Get Race Day Ready with Randox Health
Race day is one of the most exciting days of the year, and we want you to feel your absolute best while enjoying every minute of it. Book your Randox Health check and get the insights you need to feel your best, recover after the excitement, and enjoy a day that’s full of fun, friends, and unforgettable moments.
To discover more visit: Randox Health | Health Checks & Blood Tests | Home Test Kits Available or get in touch- marketing@randox.com
Randox and Cormay Diagnostics Partner to Provide World-Leading EQA Programmes
Cormay Diagnostics and Randox Partner
Providing World-Leading Quality Assessment Programmes to Laboratories Worldwide
Cormay Diagnostics, a leader in diagnostic solutions, and Randox International Quality Assessment Scheme (RIQAS), a market leader in external quality assessment, have announced a strategic partnership to deliver world-class External Quality Assessment (EQA) programmes to laboratories across the globe.
The collaboration brings together the extensive expertise and experience of both companies to offer laboratories a comprehensive range of high-quality EQA schemes designed to enhance the quality and accuracy of laboratory testing worldwide. The partnership will allow Cormay Diagnostics to distribute and promote the RIQAS portfolio.
Supporting the shared mission of both Cormay Diagnostics and Randox to equip clinical laboratories of all sizes and budgets with cutting-edge technology and high-performance solutions. Helping all laboratories to meet regulatory requirements while boosting confidence in the accuracy of patient test results.
Cormay Diagnostics has over four decades of experience in manufacturing high-quality diagnostic reagents and providing laboratory solutions. The
company’s mission is to empower laboratories with the tools they need to ensure accurate, efficient, and reliable testing for healthcare professionals and patients worldwide.
Learn more: cormaydiagnostics.com
Founded in 1989, RIQAS is the worlds largest international External Quality Assessment Scheme with more than 76,000 laboratory participants spanning over 139 countries. With a product portfolio spanning 38 programmes, RIQAS offers participants a comprehensive yet cost effective solution to meeting regulatory requirements and increased confidence in test system accuracy.
Learn more: randox.com/riqas-external-quality-assessment
The Randox Grand National 2025 Trophy
The Randox Grand National 2025 Trophy
Randox is delighted to present the winner’s trophy for the Randox Grand National 2025. Expertly crafted by renowned Liverpudlian jewellery brand Boodles, this year’s trophy embodies the deep connection between Randox and the world’s most prestigious steeplechase, held annually at Aintree Racecourse. Inspired by Randox’s pioneering Biochip technology, the trophy’s striking design symbolises innovation, scientific advancement, and human endeavour. Subtle details within the craftsmanship also pay tribute to Aintree, seamlessly weaving elements of the iconic racecourse into its design.
Crafted with Purpose
The 2025 Randox Grand National Trophy is a masterpiece of design, seamlessly blending scientific innovation with the rich heritage of the world’s greatest steeplechase. The trophy prominently features a molecular structure and a DNA helix, represented by sixteen spheres and bars, mirroring the sixteen jumps of the Grand National course.
Encircling this intricate design is a stylised horseshoe, honouring the exceptional horses at the heart of this historic event and reflecting Randox’s deep-rooted passion for the sport. The trophy’s base, crafted from green malachite, is crowned with a Biochip-inspired design, inlaid with diamond discs. This element not only pays homage to Randox’s groundbreaking diagnostic technology but also evokes the tradition of incorporating precious gemstones into Grand National trophies throughout history.
Randox Founder and Managing Director, Dr. Peter FitzGerald, a passionate horseman himself, shared his thoughts on this year’s trophy:
“This year’s Randox Grand National Trophy, crafted by Boodles, is a stunning fusion of tradition and innovation. Its design, inspired by both Randox’s advancements in preventative healthcare and the rich legacy of the Grand National, is a fitting tribute to this world-renowned race. We are proud to collaborate with Boodles to celebrate excellence, heritage, and our shared commitment to pushing boundaries.”
Speaking on behalf of The Jockey Club, Dickon White, Regional Director for the West and Aintree Racecourse, stated:
“The Randox Grand National Trophy is a symbol of prestige, achievement, and history, and this year’s design by Boodles beautifully reflects these qualities. Their deep-rooted connection to both artistry and equestrian heritage makes them the perfect partner to create such an iconic piece. The trophy seamlessly blends Randox’s pioneering spirit with the enduring legacy of the Randox Grand National, resulting in a design that is both contemporary and timeless.”
A Return to Legacy
In recent years, Randox has designed the Grand National trophies in-house. However, for 2025, the honour has been entrusted once again to Boodles, a prestigious jeweller with a rich history of crafting Grand National trophies. This collaboration is driven by a shared passion for horse racing between Randox, Boodles, and The Jockey Club. Reflecting on this return to tradition, Michael Wainwright, Chairman of Boodles, shared his thoughts:
“Boodles is delighted to be partnering with Randox to design the 2025 Randox Grand National trophy. This collaboration is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate both the rich heritage of the Grand National and our longstanding connection to Aintree, with our company’s roots tracing back to 1798 in Liverpool, just a stone’s throw from the racecourse. We are honoured to play a part in commemorating this world-famous event with Randox.”
The Randox Grand National takes place 3rd – 5th April, 2025 at Aintree Racecourse.
Learn more here about the 3-day event here: The Grand National 2025 | 3-5 April 2025 | Aintree Racecourse
Randox renews Ulster National sponsorship at Downpatrick Racecourse
Randox renews Ulster National sponsorship at Downpatrick Racecourse
THE Ulster National, run at Downpatrick Racecourse since 1939, is one of the highlights of the racing year in Northern Ireland. It is therefore fitting that locally-based company Randox, whose racing portfolio has included the Aintree Grand National since 2017, has announced the renewal of their sponsorship of the Ulster National for the next five years, from 2025 until 2029. Randox will also sponsor 10 additional races at Downpatrick during each year.
This year’s Randox Ulster National will be held on Sunday, March 30th and is run over a distance of three miles and four furlongs, with a generous prize fund of €50,000.
Previous winners of the Ulster National include some well-known names: Caughoo won the Ulster National in 1945 and 1946 and went on to win the Aintree Grand National in 1947, ridden by jockey Eddie Dempsey and trained by Dublin-based Herbert McDowell. Laffy, owned by HRH Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother won the Ulster National in 1962, while more recently, Pineau de Re won the race in 2013, going on to claim the Aintree Grand National in 2014.
Randox is a global innovative healthcare diagnostics company, based in Crumlin, County Antrim and was founded in 1982 by Dr Peter FitzGerald, a medical scientist and keen horseman. The company’s sponsorship of racing includes the Randox Grand National at Aintree and title sponsorship of the three-day Randox Grand National Festival.
Randox sponsorship at Downpatrick began in 2020, with a five-year term having just come to an end. The renewal of this sponsorship for a further five years is a positive move for the racecourse and will certainly add to the excitement of the Ulster National for the next five years!
Be sure to put Sunday, March 30th into your diary!
Dr Peter FitzGerald CBE, Founder and Managing Director of Randox, said:
“This is an incredibly exciting time to be extending our partnership with Downpatrick Racecourse for the Randox Ulster National. Racing is a sport everyone can enjoy, from all different walks of life, and a partnership with Downpatrick offers us a fantastic opportunity to share our message of preventative health with a wide and engaged audience. The past five years, Randox has expanded into a strong and growing network of clinics across the UK & Ireland giving everyone the access they need to unlock their health. We look forward to the next five years of the Randox Ulster National.”
Ruth Morrison, Manager at Downpatrick Racecourse also said:
“I am thrilled that Randox has committed to extending their sponsorship of the Randox Ulster National at Downpatrick Racecourse for another five years, along with 10 additional races each season. The partnership over the past five years has been fantastic, and we are excited to continue building on that success.”
“Randox’s involvement in high-profile races such as the Grand National at Aintree highlights their dedication to our sport, we are proud to have them as a key partner in our racing community.”
“We would like to thank the FitzGerald Family and Team at Randox for their continued support and we look forward to the 2025 renewal of the Randox Ulster National on Sunday 30th March.”
Rapid Diagnosis of Bacterial Meningitis with Vivalytic
Rapid Diagnosis of Bacterial Meningitis with Vivalytic
Randox Laboratories, in collaboration with Bosch Healthcare Solutions (BHCS) is proud to announce the availability of the new Vivalytic Bacterial Meningitis panel on the Vivalytic platform. This highly advanced multiplex PCR test detects six of the most common bacterial pathogens responsible for meningitis, providing results in under an hour.
Meningitis is a critical medical emergency that requires rapid diagnosis to ensure timely and targeted treatment according to current guidelines (1). Over 2,5 million people are infected globally by meningitis each year, with half of these cases affecting children below the age of 5 (2). Furthermore, 20% of bacterial meningitis cases lead to permanent complications such as hearing loss, seizures or brain damage(3), if immediate treatment is not received, about 50% of cases will be fatal (4).
Enter Vivalytic
With a sample of only 200μl of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF), the Vivalytic Bacterial Meningitis Panel simplifies and accelerates the diagnostic process into 4 simple steps, delivering reliable results within 1 hour to support life-saving clinical decisions with the appropriate antibiotic treatment.
The panel detects key pathogens associated with bacterial meningitis:
| Detectable Pathogens | |
|---|---|
| Escherichia coli K1 | Neisseria meningitidis |
| Haemophilus influenzae | Streptococcus agalactiae |
| Listeria monocytogenes | Streptococcus pneumoniae |
The innovative all-in-one Vivalytic cartridge minimises the risk of contamination and reduces hands-on time for laboratory staff. This new panel aligns with our mission to improve patient outcomes and support healthcare providers with cutting-edge diagnostic solutions.
The Vivalytic Bacterial Meningitis panel is CE-marked and available to order. For further information on rapid diagnosis of bacterial meningitis with Vivalytic, please visit https://www.randox.com/vivalytic-bacterial-meningitis/ or contact your Randox representative.
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- GBD 2019 Meningitis Antimicrobial Resistance Collaborators. Global, regional, and national burden of meningitis and its aetiologies, 1990-2019: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. Lancet Neurol. 2023 Aug;22(8):685-711
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