Through the agreement, Abbott
plans to offer a suite of automation solutions that can be customized to
address key needs within the laboratory, enhancing the consistency and
efficiency of the diagnostic testing process.

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expand its laboratory automation capabilities.

About Varian, Inc .
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650-213-8000, Ext., VWR International, a leader in
the global research laboratory industry, today announced the appointments of
key members of its leadership team . Europe contributes a
significant portion of VWR's current sales and the organization, which Mr .
Brocke-Benz now heads, is designed to encourage a more global approach to
partnering with suppliers for customer solutions. The company's mission is to deliver excellence in
the distribution of scientific supplies., 1310 Goshen Parkway,
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"Improving the quality and process efficiency of the laboratory , through
innovative and simple-to-use technologies, has been the key driver of our
business," said Andrea Pedrazzini, president and chief executive officer,
Inpeco. For more information, visit
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He will also concentrate on expanding VWR's value
added portfolio of services.

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Bryant, vice
president, Global Commercial Operations, Diagnostics Division, Abbott.

Varian, Inc.com. is a leader in the global research laboratory
industry with worldwide sales of over US $3.0 billion. VWR's business is
highly diversified across a spectrum of products and services , customer groups
and geography. Other
important customers include universities and research institutes; governmental
agencies; environmental testing organizations; and primary and secondary
schools .

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"By working with Abbott, we're able to provide a new level of
automation for diagnostic laboratories that capitalizes on the strengths of
Abbott's diagnostic instruments.com .

About Abbott
Abbott is a global, broad-based health care company devoted to the
discovery, development , manufacture and marketing of pharmaceuticals and
medical products, including nutritionals, devices and diagnostics. for $195 million
(subject to a post-closing working capital adjustment).
According to Varian, Inc., the sale of the Electronics Manufacturing
business will allow the company to advance its overall strategy of growing the
Scientific Instruments and Vacuum Technologies segments by focusing all of its
resources on that core business. "During 2006, VWR will concentrate on expanding its services
portfolio and broadening its global presence.

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This group of proven leaders
will ensure that VWR achieves its objectives while raising VWR's market
profile as a global company.

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This gives Abbott the ability to incorporate
technological advancements, including information technology and robotics,
into future automation solutions.com

Media contact:
Lauren Lum
Varian, Inc."

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Investor contact:
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Additionally, Abbott will have access to new lab automation technologies
developed by Inpeco. is a leading worldwide supplier of scientific instruments and
vacuum technologies for life science and industrial applications.varianinc.

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Varian Inc. Completes Electronics Manufacturing Divestiture

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Under the terms of the agreement , Abbott obtains non-exclusive rights to
distribute and market Inpeco laboratory automation equipment worldwide.

About Inpeco
Since 1990, Inpeco has specialized in providing automation solutions to
improve and simplify the process and operations of laboratories. Product quality
and innovation are major goals. to Focus Efforts on Scientific Instruments and Vacuum
Technologies Businesses; to Repurchase Shares

PALO ALTO, Calif.
The company previously announced that it would initiate repurchases of up
to $145 million of its common stock upon successful completion of the
divestiture.

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Abbott
will also offer laboratories additional flexibility by utilizing an open
architecture. With
expertise in automation, robotics, sample and data management , clinical
chemistry and patient-related activities, Inpeco develops and manufactures
products to help laboratories improve operational efficiency.
Ted Pulkownik, Senior Vice President of Strategy, Corporate Development
and Emerging Markets will now assume global responsibilities for all export
activities and geographic expansion outside of North America and Europe.

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Abbott is a global leader in in vitro diagnostics and offers a broad range
of innovative instrument systems designed to enhance laboratory workflow and
productivity.
Matt Malenfant has been promoted to Senior Vice President and President of
North America, Lab Distribution and Services. VWR International affiliates operate in 20 countries and employ
approximately 6,000 people.
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The company announced
on February 7, 2005, that it had entered into a definitive agreement with
Jabil for the divestiture. Varian, Inc. Malenfant will oversee the
Company's initiatives to further drive profitable growth and operational
excellence in North America. The company offers more than 1,000,000 products and services,
from more than 5 ,000 manufacturers, to over 250,000 customers throughout the
world.

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Abbott's news releases and other information are available on the
company's Web site at http://www.
(Nasdaq: VARI) today completed the previously announced sale of its
Electronics Manufacturing business to Jabil Circuit , Inc. That repurchase program is now in effect and replaces a previous
authorization to repurchase up to 1,000,000 shares, under which approximately
800,000 shares were repurchased since the company announced the definitive
agreement to sell its Electronics Manufacturing business on February 7, 2005. The company
provides complete solutions, including instruments, vacuum components,
laboratory consumable supplies, software, training, and support through its
global distribution system. Varian , Inc.

VWR International Inc. Announces Management Appointments

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"Laboratories are looking at automation to help them address labor
shortages, improve safety and reduce errors," said Douglas C. The VWR International Group is
headquartered in West Chester , Pennsylvania.O.

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"Many
of Abbott's diagnostic instruments and software already address some of these
challenges.
Abbott plans to begin introducing its expanded automation offering during
the second quarter of 2005. The
company employs more than 60,000 people and markets its products in more than
130 countries. Varian, Inc.
Manuel Brocke-Benz, has been appointed Senior Vice President and Managing
Director of Europe, Lab Distribution and Services.

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Partnership Addresses Laboratory's Sample Preparation, Handling,
Transportation and Archival Needs

ABBOTT PARK, Ill., Abbott (NYSE: ABT)
announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Inpeco S."
Abbott and Inpeco will partner to design, develop and commercialize
interfaces between Abbott's ARCHITECT(R) and CELL-DYN(R) family of analyzers
and Inpeco's suite of modular, laboratory automation components to create an
enhanced pre/post-analytical workcell, an immunochemistry track workcell, a
hematology track workcell or a customized combination of the three. employs approximately 3,500 people
and operates manufacturing facilities in 12 locations in North America,
Europe, and the Pacific Rim. Box 2656, West Chester, PA 19380-0906.

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Abbott Enters Into Agreement With Inpeco to Expand Laboratory Automation Capabilities

Laboratory-focused designs such as common user interfaces, the
ability to use common reagents among platforms, carryover reduction and clot
detection not only minimize training, but also reduce inventory costs and
sample contamination potential, leading to better results for laboratories,
physicians and, ultimately, patients.com ., Varian, Inc.lum@varianinc. VWR's primary customers work in the pharmaceutical, life science,
chemical , technology, food processing and consumer product industries.
For more information on VWR International , phone 1-800-932-5000, visit
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A. However, this agreement allows Abbott to offer a broader range of
automation solutions that can be customized to support the lab's unique
workflow needs ." Further
information is available on the company's Web site: http://www.

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This open-system approach gives laboratories the ability to
customize a system that best meets their needs.inpeco.com, or write, VWR International, Inc.

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had fiscal year 2004 sales of $724
million (excluding the divested Electronics Manufacturing segment), and its
common stock is traded on Nasdaq under the symbol, "VARI. 3752
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"Matt, Manuel, and Ted are ideally suited to these expanded
responsibilities and we look to their leadership to drive VWR toward more
profitable growth," said John Ballbach, VWR Chief Executive Officer and
President.