Agilent Launches Digital Pathology Scanner in U.S.

Agilent Technologies has launched the Agilent S540MD Slide Scanner System in the United States, a whole slide imaging (WSI) digital scanner that has received FDA clearance. This launch reinforces Agilent's commitment to digital pathology, broadening its portfolio to meet the increasing demand for high-throughput solutions in clinical laboratories.

Pathology laboratories face ongoing pressure to enhance diagnostic efficiency, manage growing sample volumes, and prepare for the adoption of digital and AI-enabled workflows. As laboratories accelerate their digital transformation initiatives, scanning technologies that seamlessly integrate into existing pathology operations while maintaining high performance and reliability are essential.

The Agilent S540MD is engineered for speed and scalability, with a capacity for up to 540 slides, continuous loading, and compatibility with standard racks. The scanner features automated scanning modes and advanced tissue detection, enabling high-volume pathology laboratories to efficiently digitize glass slides and implement digital pathology workflows at scale. This scanner is the Agilent-branded version of the Hamamatsu NanoZoomer S540MD Slide scanner system.

The Agilent S540MD is now available across the United States and in select European markets. This announcement follows the system's introduction in Europe in January 2026 and underscores Agilent's continued investment in digital pathology.