POLYTECH SA is excited to announce the launch of BioLab 1, an innovative portable laboratory kit designed to measure the antioxidant capacity of drinks and beverages. Designed and produced in Greece, BioLab 1 provides all the necessary equipment and a user-friendly application to guide users through the testing process step by step.
Science Facts: The Importance of Antioxidants
Free radicals are highly unstable molecules formed naturally during exercise and the body’s conversion of food into energy. Environmental sources such as cigarette smoke, air pollution, and sunlight can also expose the body to free radicals. These molecules can cause oxidative stress, a process that may trigger cell damage and is linked to various diseases, including cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and eye conditions like cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.
Antioxidants, whether man-made or natural, prevent or delay some types of cell damage by counteracting oxidative stress. Diets rich in vegetables and fruits, which are good sources of antioxidants, have been shown to be healthy. Common antioxidants include vitamins C and E, selenium, and carotenoids such as beta-carotene, lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin.
Overview of BioLab 1
BioLab 1 was created to provide a simple, cost-effective laboratory tool for accurately estimating the antioxidant effect of commonly consumed drinks and beverages, such as coffee, tea, juices, wine, beer, and sodas. The kit uses a simplified method based on the DPPH technique, ensuring high accuracy in results.
BioLab 1 combines low cost, portability, and simplicity to meet the needs of internal testing, measurement, and determination of antioxidant capacity in various drinks and beverages. This is particularly beneficial for producers, bottlers, and distributors who seek to improve or maintain the quality of their products by understanding their antioxidant properties.
Product Features
Comprehensive Kit
BioLab 1 includes all the necessary equipment and instruments for conducting antioxidant capacity tests. The specially developed BioLab V1.0 application guides users through each step of the testing procedure, ensuring ease of use and accuracy.
Consumables Included
The BioLab 1 kit comes with the following consumables needed to perform the tests:
- Methanol (150 ml)
- Pipette tips (2 sets / 20 pcs)
- DPPH
- Eppendorf tubes (50 pcs)
Developed in Collaboration with Experts
The BioLab V1.0 software application was developed jointly by Polytech SA and Professor of Biochemistry Dr. D. Kouretas, Ph.D., ensuring that users benefit from expert knowledge and precision in antioxidant measurement.
Conclusion
The launch of BioLab 1 marks a significant advancement in the ability to measure and understand the antioxidant capacity of beverages. By providing an accessible, portable, and accurate tool, POLYTECH SA continues to support scientific research and quality control in the beverage industry.
For more information on BioLab 1 and how it can benefit your laboratory or production process, please contact POLYTECH SA.
POLYTECH SA remains committed to leading innovation in scientific tools and educational equipment. The BioLab 1 is a testament to our dedication to quality, affordability, and user-friendly design.