Leica Biosystems, a Danaher company, has announced the global launch of the HistoCore LIGHTNING C Laser Cassette Printer, designed to help pathology laboratories standardize critical histology workflows, improve traceability and move from sample to answer with greater speed and certainty. 

The HistoCore LIGHTNING C Laser Cassette Printer delivers fast, consistent and durable specimen identification at the very start of the histology workflow. Designed for use with validated Leica Biosystems cassettes, the system uses high-quality UV laser printing to produce clear and durable markings, including barcodes and 2D codes, to support reliable traceability as samples move from processing through diagnosis. With printing speeds of up to 2.5 seconds per cassette and capacity for up to 600 cassettes, laboratories can optimize throughput, reduce bottlenecks and maintain workflow continuity, even under growing demand. 

By eliminating the need for ink and ribbons, the system helps laboratories reduce maintenance requirements, minimize downtime, and lower total cost of ownership. Automated color recognition and LIS compatibility further optimize operations by matching cassette color to predefined templates, reducing manual intervention and helping prevent identification errors so laboratories can standardize critical foundational workflow steps. 

Cassettes included are intended for in vitro diagnostic use only. 

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