DecalMATE Automatic fixation and decalcification system for bone tissues

Need good results? Start with good preparation. DecalMATE is a new tool to enable histotechs to “tailor” thei fixation/decalcification process to the specific characteristics of their bone tissue specimens. For the first, time automatic protocols for fixation/decalcification of bone tissues are available to the modern laboratory for improved diagnostic quality and consistency of results plus faster turn-around time. The operator is guided by the intuitive, user-friendly software on the touch screen control terminal. The unit consists of a resistance heated, temperature controlled process cavity,...

Optimize, standardize, automate and document your decalcification protocols Vented reagent cabinet Tanks for: • Fixation • Decalcification • Water rinsing Exhaust Fixation/decalcification cavity with cover Work board Working area with acid resistant coating 2 USB ports for full documentation 7” Touch screen terminal OPTIMIZED MOLECULAR STUDIES AUTOMATIC PROCESS FLOW RAPID TURNAROUND TIME HIGH PROCESS FLEXIBILITY FULL DOCUMENT

This is decalcification the way it should be All major parameters influencing these all important pre-analytical steps can be controlled, optimized, automated and documented. TEMPERATURE Fixation and decalcification temperature can be set between 20-55°C for optimization of the process. MAGNETIC STIRRING (AGITATION) The calcium ions that have been removed can saturate the solution around the specimen. Continuous stirring assures a consistent flow of fresh decalcifier onto the bone surface, accelerating the decalcification process: (Bone) Ca++ REAGENTS All product surfaces involved in the process...

SPEEDING UP DECALCIFICATION WITH EDTA For faster decalcification time, the process with EDTA is best carried out at a pH value of 7.2-7.4. Milestone has developed an innovative, pure EDTA solution, based on a stoichiometric mixture of bibasic and tribasic EDTA to reach this pH value without the addition of an acid/base buffer. The combination of increased temperature, stirring and the MoL-DECALCIFIER, during the decalcificacion phase allows fixation, decalcification and processing of bone marrows within 48 hours. Fixation Total Time DecalMATE protocols for bone marrows (Ø 1.8mm) Optimized Molecular...

DecalMATE unique features HIGH FLEXIBILITY Possibility to use different decalcification reagents: - Strong mineral acids - Weak organic adics - Chelating agents Possibility to use different racks. Possibility to use dufferent fixation/decalcification temperatures. SAFE Closed fixation/decalcification cavity with safety switches. Safety switches: shield open, cavity open. FAST 24 hours turn around time for bone marrow. Up to 30 standard cassettes can be fixed/decalcified simultaneously. FULL DOCUMENTATION USB port enables both updating of software and downloading of event logs. Technical specifications...