The existence of a valid processing validation is also mandatory for class I instruments latest as a result of the MDR. We already take into account the current requirements of the document RDS 007 actualized again in 2020 by the ZLG and of ISO 17664 3nd edition, as well as of course of the FDA Reprocessing guidance.

A special opportunity is aimed at young women who will soon graduate from high school or are already looking for a university degree: The NRW Technikum at the University of Paderborn.

As a proud cooperation partner we look forward to providing many female „Technikantinnen“ with an internship at our Hamelin site. We plan on providing a practical and authentic insight into the work of an analytical laboratory.

LKF supports the worldwide movement of #pinktober and #movember against breast- and prostate cancer in cooperation with our logistic partner #DHL with pink and blue socks for every employee. We hope the movement finds its way to as many people as possible – at work but more importantly at home. The proceeds will be donated to #PinkRibbonGermany and #BlueRibbonGermany. Preventive medical check-ups can identify these diseases at an early stage and increase chances of healing significantly. As a clinical laboratory we know well the value of early check-ups and would like to draw attention to this import theme.

According to the current study, which focuses on the consumption of peanuts, the daily consumption of products from this nut could have a positive effect on cognitive function and stress response in young and healthy people. This is countered by a potential risk from mycotoxins such as aflatoxins and ochratoxin A.