Roche metabolite-testing reagent sets for iron and phosphate

Roche has launched metabolite-testing reagent sets to determine the concentration of iron and phosphate, two parameters relevant for cell growth and productivity during fermentation processes.

The tests are designed for applications in research and bio-manufacturing process development and will allow the measurement of iron (complexed iron /Fe³⁺ ions) and phosphate on Cedex Bio instruments. The instruments and testing portfolio are designed to optimise process development and monitoring of bio-pharmaceutical production, particularly when using chemically defined media.

The tests can be easily installed by barcode reading through the user supporting the flexible testing concept. Offered as liquid-stable formulation, they are ready for use and do not require manual dilution or pipetting steps. With their increased precision, accuracy and long calibration intervals, the iron and phosphate tests offer convenient testing with less hands-on time for users.