Medipan GmbH is a German family-owned company specializing in medical diagnostics, particularly through immunological digital techniques for the rapid and accurate diagnosis of autoimmune diseases. Established in 1992, Medipan operates in over 70 countries, offering manual and automated test kits, including ELISA, radioimmunoassay, immunofluorescence assays, lateral flow, and LINE/Dot assays.

The akiron® NEO is a compact benchtop immunofluorescence analyzer designed for automated digital imaging of processed slides to support the diagnosis of autoimmune diseases. Utilizing AI-based software, it enables objective pattern recognition and intensity evaluation of ANA, ANCA, and dsDNA in approximately 35 seconds. The system offers standardized evaluation of various immunofluorescence assays, including CytoBead® technology for antigen-specific antibody quantification. Its small footprint and user-friendly interface make it suitable for routine diagnostic services in laboratories with limited space.