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VICAM ANNOUNCES EXTENSION OF PRODUCT LINE TO INCLUDE FAST-FLOW TEST FOR OCHRATOXIN
Wide bore column for ochratoxin testing provides even greater speed and accuracy
WATERTOWN, MA (November 10, 2003) –– VICAM, a world leader in agricultural biotechnology and bioseparations, has introduced a new HPLC-only test for the detection of ochratoxin using wide bore immunoaffinity columns. OchraTest™ WB joins AflaTest™ WB and ZearalaTest™ WB in demonstrating VICAM’s commitment to improving mycotoxin testing and responding to HPLC customer needs. The wide bore of the OchraTest WB column is designed exclusively for HPLC use and provides a faster flow rate, affording even greater speed during the detection of ochratoxin.
About Ochratoxin
Ochratoxin A is a mycotoxin produced by the fungus Aspergillus ochraceous and
also by several species of Penicillium fungi. Frequently found
in green coffee, ochratoxin A will remain present even after the roasting
process. Ochratoxin A is also commonly found in barley, oats, wheat,
sorghum, rice, and figs. Ochratoxin A has been known to cause kidney
damage in animals and is a known carcinogen for both humans and animals.
About OchraTest WB
OchraTest WB functions identical to VICAM’s original HPLC-use OchraTest™,
using immunoaffinity column chromatography to isolate and detect ochratoxin
in beer, green coffee, roasted coffee, corn, milo, feeds and wheat. WB
columns have a total volume of 3mL, compared to the total volume of 1mL
found in VICAM’s regular columns. Wide bore columns allow for a
faster flow rate preferred by many laboratories.
OchraTest WB is also sensitive, detecting levels of ochratoxin as low as 0.25 ppb. The wide range enables measurement up to 300 ppb.
Availability and Pricing
Orders are currently being accepted for OchraTest WB. Pricing information
may be obtained by contacting VICAM or your local VICAM distributor.
About VICAM
VICAM is a world leader in agricultural biotechnology and bioseparations.
VICAM delivers improved animal reproductivity, increased agricultural
productivity, and safeguarded food quality with patented bioseparations
and detection products worldwide. Their products include detection,
measurement, and separations technologies for veterinary reproductive
applications, foodborne carcinogens, and living cells. To date, VICAM
has applied its technologies to 18 products and 3 prototypes. VICAM
supports a global scientific and distribution presence to develop,
market, sell, and service their products in 97 countries worldwide.
For more information, contact Jennifer Smith at VICAM, 313 Pleasant
Street, Watertown, MA 02472 U.S.A.
All VICAM products are protected by worldwide patents and trademarks.
Contact:
Jennifer Smith
Manager of Corporate Communications
VICAM
Tel: +1.617.926.7045
Fax: +1.617.923.8055