InTest Thermal Blog

Biobanking is an important tool for enhancing medical research and scientific knowledge. Simply put, biobanking is the process of collecting biological samples from a human subject for use in research purposes.

The Covid-19 vaccines have been hailed as a remarkable medical feat as they were developed under ten months since the coronavirus pandemic began.

Traditionally, vaccines have taken from around 10-15 years to be developed. The collaboration of governments, medical companies, and other interest groups has helped ensure that the Covid-19 vaccines roll out under record time.

To say that the last year has been challenging would be an understatement. As health officials advised the public on ways to prevent the spread of the virus and the authorities started lifting lockdowns, the news of new strains of the virus emerged.

Ultra-low temperature freezers, also known as ULT freezers operate at extremely low temperatures, designed to keep items preserved for longer periods of time. They are long-lasting installations that require minimal maintenance while offering good value for money. Here’s why all laboratories should invest in a ULT freezer.

As the cold weather rolls in, health experts in the United States are encouraging people to get flu shots. The influenza virus mimics many of the symptoms of COVID-19 and is problematic for multiple reasons:

More than 11 million people in Canada have been tested for COVID-19, and thousands more are tested each day. To maximize the accuracy of these results, significant care must be exercised while handling and transporting these samples.