Biohit Oyj Class B (BIOBV)

Overview

Biohit Oyj is a pioneering biotechnology company based in Helsinki, Finland, established in 1988. The company focuses on manufacturing and marketing a broad range of diagnostic products and systems worldwide. These offerings are tailored for use across various sectors including research institutions, healthcare, and industry. Biohit Oyj's innovative solutions are designed to address the critical needs in diagnostic analysis, particularly in understanding and managing gastrointestinal diseases, vitamin deficiencies, and conditions like celiac disease and lactose intolerance. Additionally, Biohit Oyj is at the forefront of developing acetaldehyde-binding products aimed at reducing acetaldehyde exposure, which is implicated in several health conditions.

Products and Services

• GastroPanel Unified Test Panel: An advanced stomach health check that assesses the status of the stomach lining and its functionality to aid in identifying potential risks and conditions.
• GastroPanel Four-in-One Stomach Test: This comprehensive test provides crucial insights into gastric health, paving the way for targeted diagnostic and therapeutic measures.
• GastroSoft Software Application: A dedicated software solution designed to assist clinicians and general practitioners with the interpretation of gastric health tests results.
• Biohit Active B12 Test: Specifically developed to measure the levels of biologically active vitamin B12, critical for nervous system health and metabolism.
• BIOHIT Total 25OH Vitamin D Test: Enables the precise determination of an individual's vitamin D status, aiding in the diagnosis of vitamin D deficiency.
• Biohit Calprotectin Test: A diagnostic tool for measuring human calprotectin levels, instrumental in the assessment of inflammatory bowel diseases.
• GastroPanel Quick Test NT: A rapid, quantitative immunochromatographic test for detecting Helicobacter pylori (H. Pylori) and atrophic gastritis, conditions linked with stomach cancer and ulcers.
• BIOHIT Celiac Quick Test: Offers a swift diagnosis of celiac disease, enabling immediate steps to manage the condition through dietary adjustments.
• Biohit ColonView Quick Test: A reliable test for the detection of fecal occult blood, an early indicator of colorectal cancer.
• Biohit Helicobacter Pylori UFT300 and Quick Test Methods: These tests provide fast and accurate detection of H. pylori infection, a major cause of gastritis and peptic ulcers.
• Lactose Intolerance Quick Test: Supports the diagnosis of lactose intolerance directly from a duodenal biopsy specimen, offering a quick route to dietary recommendations.
• Acetaldehyde-Binding Products:
  • Acetium Capsules: Designed for individuals with low-acid or anacidic stomachs, these capsules bind acetaldehyde, reducing its harmful effects.
  • Acetium Lozenge: Aids in smoking cessation by binding acetaldehyde in the saliva, produced as a byproduct of smoking.
• Monoclonal Antibodies: Developed for research in cellular pathology, neurobiology, oncology, and the detection of human gastric biomarkers, contributing significantly to the understanding and treatment of various diseases.