Microbiology & sterility
Endotoxin (LAL) reader
An incubating photometer that holds LAL reactions at 37 °C and measures the change in absorbance or turbidity over time. Software turns the reaction onset time into an endotoxin concentration in EU/mL using a standard curve.
- Pharmaceutical
- Biotech
- Medical devices
- Dialysis and hospital pharmacy
- Research laboratories
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance checklist
Each use
- Check temperature reaches 37 °C
- Keep the plate carrier clean and dust-free
Monthly
- Back up data and review the audit trail as per data integrity SOP
Six-monthly / annual
- Temperature and photometric checks
- Manufacturer service and optical cleaning
- Software periodic review
SAFETY
Safety precautions
Before you work on the Endotoxin reader
- LAL reagents and endotoxin standards are low hazard, but follow the safety data sheets.
- Dispose of plates as lab waste as per the SOP.
- Hot depyrogenation glassware (250 °C ovens) needs heat-resistant gloves.
In LimsPulse · Calibration Management
Keep every Endotoxin reader in control: usage logs, calibration and maintenance schedules, and automatic blocking of overdue instruments.