Now introduced is a two-component immunoturbidimetric reagent for the determination of hemoglobin A1c on general chemistry analysers. The methodology uses a highly specific monoclonal antibody to hemoglobin A1c to generate increased turbidity in the presence of hemoglobin A1c. With the single R2 component stabilized, mixing two separate R2 components is no longer necessary. This single R2 component provides the consumer with unsurpassed ease of use. Automated hemolysis can be performed on many different chemistry analyzers, providing a totally automated test system. The simple competitive binding principle used in this hemoglobin A1c method provides direct determination of hemoglobin A1c. This eliminates the need to perform a total hemoglobin assay, providing greater accuracy and precision by removing the additive error from performing two assays to achieve a single result. The method can be applied to most general chemistry analysers. This eliminates the need for a dedicated hemoglobin A1c analyser, reducing capital expenditures and labour costs while increasing efficiency and productivity. These hemoglobin A1c reagents are liquid-stable and have been shown to be accurate and precise. Pointe Scientific’s hemoglobin A1c calibrators are referenced to IFCC materials and are also NGSP certified. Hemoglobin A1c controls are also available for use with the new hemoglobin A1c reagent.
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The EDAN i15 portable blood gas and chemistry analyser is specifically designed for quickly measuring various panels of time sensitive tests in critical care settings, e.g. emergency room, intensive care units, anesthesia, respiratory and the operating room. The key features and advantages of the state of the art system include zero maintenance, automatic aspiration of sample, colour graphic display and touch screen intuitive user interface, on-board 2D barcode scanning for patient ID, operator ID, cartridges and QC control information and WIFI network connectivity to HIS/LIS facilities, making it an ideal solution for point of care testing.
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SKYLAB 752 is a fully automated analyser able to process simultaneously up to 7 EIA microplates and 28 IFA slides. The flexibility of the working area makes SKYLAB 752 suitable for any laboratory requirement. It is equipped with an innovative pipetting system: two pipettors working simultaneously and independently. This important feature makes it possible to dispense a whole microplate in half the time it takes with other similar analysers on the market, hence minimizing the drift effect. Standard high-quality disposable tips ensure zero carry over. The innovative and exclusive dispensing technology guarantees precision and accuracy of the results. Disposable high-quality tips are ideal for infectious disease tests (Hepatitis, ToRCH etc). The built-in barcode reader allows sample positive identification and reagents detection. SKYLAB 752’s unique features (such as the possibility to have 5 different buffers on board, as well as being able to carry up to 4 orbital shakers) make it suitable for any kind of ELISA test. Additionally, SKYLAB 752 is equipped with an innovative optical reading system: LEDs, instead of the traditional halogen lamp, guarantee stable reliability of the results.
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For lower- and mid-volume labs, whose budgets are often particularly constrained and where track-based automation may not be the right approach, VersaCell X3 Solution delivers several advantages. The new platform maintains its small footprint and upright design, but now connects up to three Siemens analysers through a single robotic sample interface for increased productivity gains. By supporting a customized mix of chemistry, immunoassay and/or integrated systems and associated assay menus, VersaCell X3 Solution helps labs reduce operator sample handling, better prioritize staff work and eliminate pre- and post-analytical processing—all through one-touch sample management. A conveniently placed priority drawer on VersaCell X3 Solution, situated above existing routine sample drawers, provides eight new STAT positions and frees up 50 sample positions for routine processing, enhancing STAT management and increasing overall sample routing flexibility. Plus, modifications to VersaCell X3 Solution’s signature robotic arm also enable it to support both rounded and flat-bottom tubes, and the incorporation of a docking plate reduces service intervention time for all connected systems, increasing uptime so that labs can continue to deliver results to clinicians on time. A centralized screen on VersaCell X3 Solution provides consolidated, single-operator access to all connected analysers, and further data consolidation is achievable through a connection to Siemens’ CentraLink™ Data Management System.

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