November newsletter

In this November edition of our e-newsletter, we bring you the latest advancements and updates from InActiv Blue. First, learn how rigorous testing can help combat the spread of bird flu in cattle and poultry with our cutting-edge buffers. Then, find out how you can be among the first to test our upcoming whole blood RNA stabilization tube. Lastly, discover the many benefits of standardized saliva collection with our CE-marked Blue Collect? solution. Dive into the details below!

Stopping Bird Flu: Rigorous Testing with InActiv Blue

The ongoing outbreaks of H5 bird flu in poultry and U.S. dairy cows, along with several human cases in dairy and poultry workers, highlight the urgent need for effective solutions. At InActiv Blue, we offer collection and transport buffers that inactivate influenza H5N1 in just 5 minutes while stabilizing RNA to reduce false negatives.

Our CE-IVDR buffer InActiv Blue (or RUO version DNA/RNA Defend) has been rigorously tested with a Belgian field isolate of the 2.3.4.4b clade. We also invite you to explore our upcoming CE-IVDR DNA/RNA Defend Pro?, a buffer that supports rapid antigen testing and direct RT-qPCR workflows—eliminating extraction, cutting costs, and improving turnaround time.

Ready to enhance your diagnostics? Contact us to try our buffers and learn how they can support your efforts to contain avian influenza.

Looking for Testers: Whole Blood RNA Stabilization Tube

We are excited to launch our whole blood RNA stabilization solutions, designed for 30 days of RNA stability. Affordable and made with Belgian quality, this innovative solution is perfect for researchers looking to ensure the highest sample integrity.

Why Choose DRD Blood?

• Successful RNA stabilization: Preserves excellent RNA integrity and ensures stable molecular quantification of mRNA.
• Freeze-thaw stability: Tested across five freeze-thaw cycles without compromising RNA quality.
• Affordable and reliable: A cost-effective alternative to existing products, offering Belgian quality you can trust.
• Flexible format: Either 1.25 mL venous blood collection or 50 μL capillary blood collection.

Want to be among the first to try it? Send us a direct message for samples, detailed information, or answers to any questions you may have. Let’s bring better solutions to the lab together!

Standardized Saliva Collection with Blue Collect?

Simplify saliva collection with Blue Collect?, our CE-marked, patient-friendly solution for easy saliva collection, either at home or in the clinical settings. This innovative device offers sveral key advantages:

Why Blue Collect?

? Effortless self-collection: Even children as young as 5 and older persons can use it with ease.

? Clear volume indication: Easily monitor saliva volume in the transparent container.

? Inert material: Ensures no inhibition of RT-qPCR for reliable results.

? Compact and effective: Requires only 1.3 mL of saliva, perfect for large-scale screenings.

? Reduced viscosity: Combine with InActiv Blue? tubes for improved sample handling.

Did you know? 90% of patients prefer Blue Collect? over traditional nasopharyngeal swabs!

Learn more about how Blue Collect? can elevate your diagnostics and research.