# Pro-Lab Direct

> Pro-Lab Direct is the direct-from-manufacturer source for CE-marked, ISO 13485:2016-certified in vitro diagnostic (IVD) reagents, equipment, and consumables used in clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and laboratory infrastructure. Operated by Pro-Lab Diagnostics (founded 1989), products ship from Georgetown, Texas. Direct ordering, transparent pricing, no distributor markup.

The catalog covers four practical areas: (1) bacterial identification & latex agglutination (Strep, Staph, E. coli O157, E. coli Non-O157, Salmonella antisera, Oxidase, Indole, Kovacs', Rabbit Coagulase, McFarland Standards, Microbiology Stains); (2) molecular diagnostics & isothermal LAMP (Optigene Genie® instruments, Pro-Mag and Pro-Spin RNA extraction, Mag Pro-32 automation, Pro-AmpRT WNV, Mosquito collection); (3) specimen handling, culture, and storage (Microbank cryovials, Mucolyse sputum digestant, AmnioTest, TransVelopes, Pro-Cult QC organisms, Pro-Cool ULT freezers); (4) lab equipment & consumables (Pro-Safe biosafety cabinets, Fume hoods, Pro-Sterilizer Bacti-cinerator, Pro-Loops inoculating loops, Pro-Tips pipette tips, 96-well PCR plates, nitrile gloves, DBP-free immersion oil, nuclease-free water, Pro-Wipe decontamination, ProRax petri-dish racks).

Manufacturer: Pro-Lab Diagnostics. Headquarters / US distribution: 1301 Blue Ridge Dr Suite 101, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone: +1-512-832-9145. Email: info@pro-lab.us.

## Bacterial Identification & Latex Agglutination

- [Prolex Strep Grouping Kit PL.030](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/strep/): Latex agglutination kit for grouping Lancefield Groups A–G from beta-hemolytic streptococci. 99% sensitivity, 100% specificity in peer-reviewed validation. Results in 60 seconds. CE Marked. $453.32.
- [Prolex Staph Latex Kits PL.080B / PL.1081](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/staph/): Staphylococcus aureus identification including MRSA. 100% sensitivity in bacteraemia study (PMID 34958065). 4-component CMMP technology, results in 20 seconds.
- [Prolex E. coli O157 Latex Kit PL.070B / PL.071B](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/ecoli-o157/): Presumptive E. coli O157 from a single SMAC colony in 2 minutes. Positive and Negative Controls included. CDC-validated 100% sensitivity/specificity. CE + UKCA.
- [Prolex E. coli STEC Non-O157 Kit PL.1070 / PL.070B](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/ecoli-non-o157/): The only complete non-O157 STEC kit covering all six USDA-regulated serogroups (O26, O45, O103, O111, O121, O145). Result in 30 seconds from a direct colony. CE Marked, ISO 13485.
- [Salmonella, Shigella, Vibrio cholerae & E. coli Antisera](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/antisera/): Pro-Lab Diagnostics antisera for serotyping. 2-year shelf life. Cold-shipped in 2 days. Direct pricing — no distributor markup.
- [TestOxidase PL.390](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/testoxidase/): Ready-to-use 0.3% TMPD oxidase reagent. Room-temperature storage, 30-second read, 9-month shelf life. CE/IVD marked.
- [Spot Indole Reagent PL.391-10](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/indole/): CE-marked DMACA spot indole reagent. Unambiguous blue result in 3 minutes. Ambient storage. $43.37 / 10 mL.
- [Kovacs' Reagent PL.375](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/kovacs-reagent/): CLSI M35-A2 aligned. Both filter paper and swab methods validated. Room-temperature storage. 100 mL. $65.27.
- [Rabbit Coagulase Plasma EDTA PL.850](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/rabbit-coagulase/): EDTA-formulated for S. aureus tube and slide coagulase testing. 10 mL–30 mL sizes. From $46.60 ($1.70/test at bulk).
- [McFarland Turbidity Standards PL.2300](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/mcfarland-standards/): Latex-based 0.5–4.0 McFarland standards. Room-temperature stable, no sodium azide, CLSI M02-aligned. Complete set $390.76. No hazmat surcharge.
- [Pro-Stains Microbiology Stains](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/stains/): Gram, ZN acid-fast, Auramine, Cryptosporidium stains. CE-marked IVD. 100 mL to 2 L bottle sizes. In-house manufactured since 1989.

## Molecular Diagnostics, Extraction & Isothermal LAMP

- [Optigene Genie LAMP Instruments + GspSSD2.0 Mastermix](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/optigene/): Molecular results in ≤3.5 min. No thermal cycler required. GspSSD2.0 polymerase outperforms NEB WarmStart 10× in USDA-funded study. Genie II / III / HT. Exclusive North American distributor.
- [Pro-Mag RNA Extraction Kit PLM-2000](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-mag/): Magnetic-bead RNA extraction validated for LAMP, real-time PCR, and RT-PCR. 100 preps, RNase-free QC. ISO 13485.
- [Pure Pro-Spin RNA Extraction Kit PLM-2004](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-spin/): Silica spin-column RNA extraction. 50 preps. Validated for LAMP, real-time PCR, RT-PCR. ISO 13485.
- [Mag Pro-32 Automated Extraction Instrument](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/mag-pro-32/): Automates nucleic acid extraction for up to 32 samples in 15–40 min. Magnetic-bead, UV decontamination. Validated for LAMP and PCR.
- [Pro-AmpRT WNV Isothermal Kit PLM-1008](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-amprt-wnv/): Closed-tube LAMP detection of West Nile Virus on Optigene Genie II/III. 30 min amplification at 66 °C. Anneal-curve confirmation. Research Use Only.
- [Mosquito Collection & Homogenization Kit PLM-2008](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/mosquito-collection-kit/): Pre-filled tubes for mosquito-pool homogenization. Step 1 of the ProAmpRT arbovirus surveillance system. Results in under 30 minutes.
- [DNase/RNase-Free Water PL.5901 / PL.5902](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/nuclease-free/): 1 L sterile bottles, DEPC-free, every lot release-tested for DNase and RNase activity. Same-day shipping.
- [Pro-Wipe Molecular Decontamination Solution](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-wipe/): Inactivates DNase, RNase, and nucleic-acid carryover on lab surfaces. 125 mL ready-to-use. 1-minute contact time.
- [96-Well PCR Plates](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/96-well-plates/): DNase/RNase-free, electron-beam sterilized, cleanroom manufactured. Skirted and non-skirted formats. From $2.33/plate. ISO 13485:2016.

## Specimen Handling, Culture & Storage

- [Microbank Cryovial Storage System](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/microbank/): The most validated organism storage system in clinical microbiology — three peer-reviewed JCM publications, 10-year anaerobe viability data, validated at −20°C. 80 vials, ~25 cultures each. $226.33.
- [Mucolyse Sputum Digestant PL.701](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/mucolyse/): IVD-labeled, ISO 13485:2016 MDSAP certified lyophilized DTT sputum digestant. The compliant alternative to research-grade reagents in CLIA/CAP-inspected labs.
- [AmnioTest PROM Screening PL.901](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/amniotest/): FDA 510(k)-cleared (K914419) sterile nitrazine-impregnated swab for bedside amniotic-fluid sampling. Visual pH color change. Rx only. ~$2.70/test.
- [TransVelopes Biohazard Specimen Bags](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/transvelopes/): The original biohazard specimen transport bag since 1986. OSHA-aligned, heavy gauge, with documentation pocket. 500 bags from $32.97. Custom kit assembly available.
- [Pro-Cult QC Organisms (NCTC/NCPF)](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-cult/): Freeze-dried quality-control strains sourced exclusively from NCTC and NCPF under UKHSA licence. First-generation, UKAS-accredited COA per lot.
- [Pro-Cool -86°C ULT Freezers](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-cool/): Ultra-low-temperature freezers with cascade dual-compressor refrigeration. IQ/OQ/PQ documentation included. Six sizes. 2–4 month lead time.

## Lab Equipment & Consumables

- [Pro-Safe Biosafety Cabinets](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-safe/): NSF/ANSI 49-certified Class II A2 cabinets from $7,571. Class I, II-A2, II-B2, and Class III available. Direct from Pro-Lab Diagnostics USA. No quote required.
- [Pro-Safe Fume Hoods](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/fume-hoods/): Ductless and ducted fume hoods, ISO 13485 quality, transparent pricing, free shipping. From $3,309.
- [Pro-Sterilizer Bacti-cinerator PL.B1000](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-sterilizer/): Infrared microsterilizer reaching 815°C in 5–7 seconds. No open flame, no aerosol splatter. ISO 13485. $408.74 direct, free shipping.
- [Pro-Loops Calibrated Inoculating Loops](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-loops/): Calibrated nichrome wire loops with Cumitech 2A documentation and disposable plastic loops for quantitative urine culture. ISO 13485.
- [Pro-Tips Sterile Filtered Pipette Tips](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/pro-tips/): DNase/RNase/pyrogen-free per Pro-Lab spec. 10 µL to 1250 µL. For standard (non-LTS) tip-cone pipettes. $60 / 10-pack.
- [Nitrile Exam Gloves](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/nitrile-gloves/): ASTM D6319 standard, powder-free, latex-free. $5.99 per 100-glove box. Ships with diagnostic orders.
- [DBP-Free Immersion Oil 50 mL](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/general/): CE-marked for IVD use. DBP-free (REACH-compliant), no residual fluorescence. $39.99/50 mL. Purpose-built for clinical micro labs.
- [ProRax Color-Coded Petri Dish Racks](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/prorax/): Holds 66 standard 90 mm Petri dishes across four color-coded racks (red, green, blue, black). HMWPE construction.

## Blog — Technical Articles

The Pro-Lab Direct blog publishes peer-reviewed, manufacturer-authored articles on clinical microbiology, molecular diagnostics, isothermal LAMP, lab equipment, and public health.

- [Blog Index](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/): All 29 articles, filterable by category (Microbiology, Molecular, Clinical, Public Health, Lab Equipment, Lab Resources, Biotechnology, COVID-19, Products).

### Clinical & Diagnostics
- [Advancing Precision Diagnostics: Isothermal NAAT + Resistance Gene Profiling](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/advancing-precision-diagnostics-the-clinical-utility-of-isothermal-naat-with-resistance-gene-profiling/)
- [The Prolex™ Streptococcal Grouping Latex Kit](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/the-prolex-streptococcal-grouping-latex-kit-a-breakthrough-in-rapid-bacterial-identification/)
- [Premature Membrane Rupture Testing — AmnioTest™](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/premature-membrane-rupture-testing-amniotest/)
- [The Essential Role of Amniotic Fluid in Pregnancy](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/the-essential-role-of-amniotic-fluid-in-pregnancy/)

### Microbiology
- [Rabbit Coagulase Plasma: A Key Tool in Microbial Identification](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/rabbit-coagulase-plasma-a-key-tool-in-microbial-identification/)
- [Understanding Staphylococcus](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/understanding-staphylococcus-a-common-yet-potentially-dangerous-bacterium/)
- [TestOxidase™: Oxidase Testing in Microbiology](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/testoxidase-a-reliable-solution-for-oxidase-testing-in-microbiology/)
- [Microbial Pathogenesis](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/microbial-pathogenesis-understanding-how-microbes-cause-disease/)
- [The Microbiome and Gut Health](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/the-microbiome-and-gut-health-unlocking-the-secrets-to-well-being/)

### Molecular Diagnostics & LAMP
- [What are the Advantages of LAMP?](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/what-are-the-advantages-of-lamp/)
- [Understanding ProAmpHT Isothermal Amplification](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/understanding-proampht-isothermal-amplification-a-breakthrough-in-molecular-diagnostics/)
- [Bioinformatics and Microbial Genomics](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/bioinformatics-and-microbial-genomics-unlocking-the-secrets-of-microbial-life/)

### Public Health
- [Antimicrobial Resistance: A Growing Global Threat](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/antimicrobial-resistance-a-growing-global-threat/)
- [Food and Water Microbiology in Public Health](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/the-importance-of-food-and-water-microbiology-in-public-health/)
- [The Vital Role of Soil Microbiology in Environmental Health](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/exploring-the-vital-role-of-soil-microbiology-in-environmental-health/)
- [Mosquito Season Begins — Vector-Borne Disease Surveillance](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/mosquito-season-begins/)
- [Pro-Lab Diagnostics Paves a Way for Public Health Initiatives](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/public-health-collaboration-0/)
- [Working with Government Agencies — A Biotech CEO's Perspective](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/public-health-collaboration/)

### Lab Equipment & Resources
- [What to Consider When Choosing a Laboratory Freezer](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/what-to-consider-when-choosing-a-laboratory-freezer/)
- [How do Biosafety Cabinets Keep Researchers Safe?](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/how-do-biosafety-cabinets-keep-researchers-safe/)
- [So Your Manager Asked You to Source Gloves for Your Lab](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/so-your-manager-asked-you-to-source-gloves-for-your-lab-a-techs-guide/)

### Biotechnology & Genomics
- [Synthetic Biology and Genetic Engineering](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/synthetic-biology-and-genetic-engineering-innovations-in-biotechnology/)
- [Biotechnology and Industrial Microbiology](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/biotechnology-and-industrial-microbiology-revolutionizing-industries/)

### Products & Customer Stories
- [Microbank® — The Original Bead System](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/microbank-the-original-bead-system/)
- [Hix Farm Brewery Customer Success Story](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/hix-farm-brewery-customer-success-story/)

### COVID-19 (archival, 2020–2021 with 2026 context updates)
- [COVID-19 Molecular Mobile Trailer on Film Sites](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/covid19-molecular-mobile-trailer-reduces-stress-on-major-hollywood-film-sites/)
- [Guidance on Interpreting COVID-19 Testing and Results](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/a-guidance-on-interpreting-covid-19-testing-and-results/)
- [Pro-Lab Validates Detection of All nCoV-2019 Variants, Including Omicron](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/pro-lab-diagnostics-validates-the-detection-of-all-ncov-2019-variants-including-omicron/)
- [Pro-Lab Diagnostics Offers On-Site COVID-19 Testing](https://www.pro-lab-direct.com/blog/pro-lab-diagnostics-offers-on-site-covid-19-testing/)

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## Trust & Quality

Pro-Lab Diagnostics holds ISO 13485:2016 certification (MDSAP-aligned where applicable), CE marking on listed IVD products, FDA 510(k) clearance where indicated (e.g. AmnioTest K914419), and is a UKHSA-licensed reseller of NCTC/NCPF QC organisms via the Pro-Cult line. Validation studies for flagship products (Microbank, Prolex Strep, Prolex Staph, GspSSD2.0) are published in peer-reviewed journals and are referenced on the corresponding product pages.