Gastroenterology Today Spring 2024

COMPANY NEWS
COMPANY NEWS
We get the gut
Direct Sampling for
Calprotectin Testing with
New CALEX ® Patient Packs
Alpha Laboratories Ltd, a leading provider
of clinical diagnostics and laboratory
supplies, is proud to introduce the latest
advancement in faecal calprotectin
extraction workflows. The CALEX ® Faecal
Calprotectin Collection Kit is an innovative
solution that enables patients to prepare
and return their samples, revolutionising
the traditional stool testing process.
Stabilised samples arrive in the laboratory
ready for processing and analysis.
while significantly improving the speed and
efficiency of stool testing workflows.
Each CALEX Faecal Calprotectin Collection
Kit is designed with patient convenience in
mind. Discretely packaged in a businessstyle
envelope, each kit contains a CALEX
extraction device, patient-specific instructions
for use leaflet (IFU), and a clear grip seal
bag for easy return to the laboratory or GP.
The IFU is written in lay terms and includes
simple instructions with diagrams and links to
instructional videos, ensuring ease of use for
patients with varying sample consistencies.
reporting ease of use and confidence in
sample preparation.
For hospitals and laboratories looking to
enhance efficiency and streamline workflows,
the CALEX Faecal Calprotectin Collection Kit
offers a ready-to-use, standardised solution.
For further information, please visit
www.alphalabs.co.uk/CALEX-pack or contact
Alpha Laboratories on 0800 38 77 32 or
email marketing@alphalabs.co.uk
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In 2014, the introduction of the BÜHLMANN
CALEX Cap, a groundbreaking stool
extraction device, transformed laboratory
workflows. Building on this success, the
CALEX Collection Kit now allows patients to
take control of their own sample collection
process. By eliminating the need for traditional
stool pots, this solution streamlines laboratory
testing processes, maximising efficiency and
resource utilisation.
CALEX is compliant with IATA 650 (UN3373)
regulations, making it suitable for air and land
transportation. This opens up the possibility
of outsourcing pre-analytics to patients'
homes, enhancing safety for laboratories
Furthermore, the stability of samples within
the CALEX system is significantly enhanced
compared to traditional stool samples. With
stability at ambient temperature for up to
7 days, and up to 15 days when stored
at 2-8°C, the CALEX system provides
laboratories with more consistent results and
greater flexibility in testing practices.
The introduction of the CALEX Faecal
Calprotectin Collection Kit has been met with
high levels of acceptance and compliance
among both patients and healthcare
professionals. Preliminary audits have shown
compliance rates of up to 95%, with patients
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Publishers Comment
For over 30 years thanks to trade support, we have been able to provide those working within Gastroenterology Departments
and Endoscopy Units with quarterly copies of Gastroenterology Today free of charge in the knowledge that those receiving
our dedicated publication enjoy having something to pick up and read during their free time. As in the current climate, return on
investment appears to be the buzz word amongst suppliers, we would appreciate you mentioning Gastroenterology Today
when enquiring about products advertised.
In respect of this current issue we would like to thank the following companies for their advertising support as without their
contribution towards our print and postal costs this issue would not have been published. Alpha Laboratories, Biohit, Steris,
Infai, Micro Tech, Nordic, Tillots.
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UK-VSL3-2400004. Date of Preparation: Feb 2024.
1. Cancello R, et al. Nutrients 2019, 11, 3011.
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2. Vecchione A, et al. Front Med. 2018;5(59). doi: 10.3389/fmed.2018.00059.
30 3. Nordic Pharma VSL# attribution survey, 2023.
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