ATHINA® Identifier
ATHINA® Identifier is a lightweight, robust biological agent identifier able to process samples using either Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Reverse Transcriptase (RT), Immunoassay (IA), or a combination of these technologies in a single consumable. The ATHINA® Identifier is designed for use in non-traditional environments like mobile and remote laboratories that do not require infrastructure. The ATHINA® Identification provides for a unique platform of simple sample to answer with no sample preparation and can be operated by non-technical personnel. It accepts aerosolized and
surface samples, and it is compatible with standard buffers.
Availability: Commercially Available
| Manufacturer |
| Chemring Detection Systems |
| Product Name |
| ATHINA® Identifier |
| Detection Category |
| Biological |
| Detection Principle |
| Molecular;Immunological; |
| Detection Method |
| Polymerase Chain Reaction;Assays; |
| Application |
| Forensics; |
| Equipment Type |
| Instrument |
| Product Synopsis |
| ATHINA® Identifier is a lightweight, robust biological agent identifier able to process samples using either Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), Reverse Transcriptase (RT), Immunoassay (IA), or a combination of these technologies in a single consumable. The ATHINA® Identifier is designed for use in non-traditional environments like mobile and remote laboratories that do not require infrastructure. The ATHINA® Identification provides for a unique platform of simple sample to answer with no sample preparation and can be operated by non-technical personnel. It accepts aerosolized and
surface samples, and it is compatible with standard buffers. |
| Availability |
| Commercially Available |
| Technology Readiness Level (TRL) |
| 9 |
| User Feedback Sources |
| Indifferent/No user feedback |
| Dimensions |
| 14.6 x 9.6 x 12.6 in. (37.08 x 24.38 x 32 cm) |
| Weight |
| <30 lbs.; 28 lbs. (12.7 kg) |
| Power Requirements |
| Lithium Battery; AC/DC Line Power; 110 to 240VAC (50-60Hz) and 10-30 VD; BB-2590 Lithium-Ion Battery (12 hours) |
| Transportability |
| Person-Portable |
| Ruggedness |
| Waterproof/Resistant; Dust; Vibration/Shock; MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461/462 |
| Operating Conditions |
| 0 to 40°C ( 32 to 104 °F) |
| Consumables |
| >$1,000/year; Identification Cartridges |
| Solvents/Reagents |
| Compatible with standard buffers |
| Available Accessories |
| None |
| Data Analysis Support Equipment |
| Full color LCD, MIL-STD-1472, capacitive
touchscreen |
| Expected Operational Life |
| Indefinite |
| Shelf Life |
| <5 years; Consumables: 2.5 years at room temp |
| Tested For Biological Agents |
| 46 different threats: Vegetative Bacteria, spore-forming bacteria, viruses, toxins |
| Other Biological Targets |
| Yes |
| Number of Library Entries |
| 46 |
| Sample Introduction |
| Biological Sample; Aerosol |
| Sensitivity/Detection Limits |
| ng; Immunoassay: Bacteria 10,000 org/ml, Virus 15,000 org/ml, Toxin: 1 ng/ml
PCR: Bacteria 1,000 org/ml, Virus 1,500 org/ml |
| False Positive Rates |
| Less than 2% |
| Start Up Time (From Cold Start To Sample Ready) |
| 2 minutes |
| Response Time (Sample Application To Output) |
| >15 minutes; Configurable from 45 to 120 minutes |
| Software Control |
| On-board |
| Training Required |
| <1 day training |
| Training Available |
| Yes |
| Manuals Available |
| Yes |
| Warranties |
| Yes |
| IATA Shipping Restrictions |
| Yes; Lithium ion battery |
