Modern Thermoelectrics Designed for Point of Care Testing (POCT)
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Point of Care Testing enables accurate, real-time diagnostic test results within an hour. PCR point of care testing requires sophisticated thermal cycling that can withstand rapid temperature changes. The PowerCycling PCX Series features next generation material and a robust module construction to speed up PCR testing and provide long-life operation.
Real-Time PCR requires a high number thermal cycles to replicate DNA. PCR Thermocyclers utilize thermoelectric coolers to precisly manage set point temperatures and ramp rates. Mechanical stresses that occur during heating and cooling cycles quickly degrades standard thermoelectric coolers.
Laboratory equipment require precise temperature control to protect electronics or to control processes where temperature matters. The Nextreme Performance Chiller combines energy-efficiency with powerful cooling capability to meet the needs of modern laboratory equipment - all in a compact form factor.
Point of care testing allows medical staff to perform real-time testing in the doctor’s office or at home. This contrasts with traditional medical laboratory testing that needs to be shipped out to a central testing center and take days to get results. Bringing testing and diagnosing closer to the patient is all an effort to improve healthcare.
Temperature stability within the point of care testing device is the key to achieve reliable results. Because conductivity varies when blood temperature changes, blood sample’s temperature must be accurately controlled.