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Hunter Accelerated RT-PCR^®

Hunter, the fourth generation Accelerated RT-PCR^® is a real time PCR (RT-PCR) device from InstantLabs® which will launch in the first quarter of 2010. Hunter will initially be available for the Food Safety industry with healthcare-focused pathogen detection available following the FDA regulatory approval process.

OVERVIEW

Hunter is a fully integrated Accelerated RT-PCR^® System with an elegant, modern, finished appearance featuring an “All-In-One” design. The system is a highly integrated, lightweight (7Kg.), portable and inexpensive. The thermo-cycler is capable of rapid heat and cooling cycles with change rates greater than 5^oC/second. The system is intuitively controlled via a touch screen, eliminating the need for an external computer, keyboard and mouse. Hunter is designed as a modern, network-enabled device capable of wired and wireless communication with an integrated barcode reader and fully functional software.

Multiple Assay Disposable Cartridge (MAC)

MACs are capable of testing six individual samples for a single analyte, or 6 analytes from a single sample. For example, a single MAC will run an Influenza panel that includes seasonal, avian (H5N1) and swine (H1N1) flu on a single chip in a single run. In the food safety market, MACs can be configured to meet the needs of the production facility. Individual wells may be utilized for zone testing of a single pathogen or MACs are bar coded for the specific assays included on the cartridge. A simple “swipe” communicates with the Reader-Controller, all the technician need do is verify the test request. The new MAC design is optimized for rapid thermal transfer and optical detection. Lyophilized reagents are integrated into the reaction chambers to allow for easy injection of the “wet” elements of the protocol. MACs are injection molded and robotically assembled ensuring consistent results. The unique “side-view” design enables many of our new innovations in pathogen detection.

Hunter System Features

User Features
High resolution color touch screen display
Icon based user interface
Multiple protocol selection
Sample ID bar coded on chip
Role-based security Authorization
General Laboratory User functions
Administrator/super user functions
User identification linked to test and results
Internal emissions monitoring

Barcode
Internal Bar Code Scanner
Read and load data from disposable
User ID by badge swipe or login/password

Hardware
Rapid Heat and Cooling; 5°C / sec
Power-on self test (POST)
High degree of thermal accuracy +/- 0.1°C
Internal thermal monitoring

Software
Integrated custom logic system
Customized protocol by Administrator
Test results display and export
Date and time stamp
System integrity check
Thermal cycle confirmation
Thermal accuracy confirmation
Excitation and Emission confirmation
System performance and errors reporting
Archive capabilities (internal and external)

Network and peripherals
Wireless and wired networking
High speed USB ports
Direct printer output
Wired and wireless Networking
Ability to network multiple Hunters
Data analysis from one centralized computer
Data storage
On-line software updates

Compact, lightweight & low cost without sacrificing quality

Hunter is only 15.5”w x 11.88”d x 9.5”h (394mm x 301mm x 241mm), weighs 15 pounds(7Kg) and is fully self-contained. Compare that to the current “State-of-the-art”, all of which require external computers and monitors, some also require a centrifuge and pre-heater. Four Hunters’ take less bench space than two traditional devices.

Centralized multi-system monitoring

From its inception, Hunter embraced a network-centric design, the only system on the market today with this capability. One central monitoring station can securely view and control all authorized Hunter units connected to the Internet.

A Platform to Target Multiple Pathogens