Automated Chemistry and Turbidity Analyzer
Provides accurate and reproducible results
Chem Well®-T from Awareness Technology Inc, Palm City, Fla, is a fully automated chemistry and turbidity analyzer featuring a random access, open system capable of running 100 tests per hour. The analyzer is optimized for use in low-volume labs, specialty applications, and as a versatile backup system. Chem Well-T’s software is ready to “plug and play” with your PC, and permits the user to program a wide variety of end point and kinetic assays, create custom formatted reports, and monitor results with a complete QC package. The multisegment rack design permits use of a wide variety of reagent and sample containers. The system also features low maintenance design, lifetime IAD optical filters, and minimal consumption of DI water.
Awareness Technology Inc
(772) 283-6540
www.awaretech.com</p>
Benchtop Clinical Chemistry System
Has 10-month mean time between failure
AMS Diagnostics, Charleston, SC, introduces the LIASYS Clinical Chemistry System, a benchtop system designed for physicians’ offices, private laboratories, small hospital laboratories, teaching institutions, and universities with test menu, precision, and performance as typically available from larger systems. Its output is up to 330 tests per hour (200 chemistry +130 ISE). AMS Diagnostics’ clinical chemistry systems feature durable reaction cuvettes that are individually washed and tested by a software-driven QA/QC routine, delivering cost efficiencies without sacrificing test result quality. AMS Diagnostics’ extended warranty plan provides for scheduled preventative maintenance visits.
AMS Diagnostics
(843) 277-1642
www.amsdiagnostics.com
Modular Analyzer Series
Can cover three million clinical and immunoassay tests per year
The cobas® 8000 modular analyzer series from Roche Diagnostics, Indianapolis, increases lab efficiency and throughput, and offers modular flexibility. It is designed for high-workload laboratories and can cover a throughput of more than three million clinical and immunoassay tests per year. One cobas modular analyzer series configuration consists of a core unit, an ISE module, and up to four of the following analytical modules: cobas c 701, a high-throughput clinical chemistry module; cobas c 502, a midvolume throughput clinical chemistry module; and cobas e 602, an immunoassay module. Combinations of these modules offer 24 configurations that provide tailored solutions to meet the needs of individual laboratories. Additionally, each system can be reconfigured on-site to meet the changing needs of your lab.
Roche Diagnostics
(317) 521-2000
www.roche.com
Stat Profile pHOx Series Analyzers
Offers blood gas and critical care test menus
Using a combination of advanced optical and electrode technology, the Stat Profile® pHOx® series analyzers from Nova Biomedical, Waltham, Mass, offer blood gas and critical care test menus in the smallest analyzers currently available. The six-test Stat Profile pHOx menu includes pH, PCO2, and PO2, in addition to measured hematocrit, hemoglobin, and oxygen saturation, to provide a complete picture of lung function and oxygen status. Stat Profile pHOx Plus adds glucose, sodium, potassium, and a choice of chloride or ionized calcium, resulting in a critical care menu in a small instrument. Stat Profile pHOx Plus C offers both chloride and ionized calcium. Stat Profile pHOx Plus L menu includes lactate.
Nova Biomedical
(800) 458-5813
www.novabiomedical.com
Clinical Chemistry System
Offers throughput of 1,800 tests per hour
The ADVIA® 1800 Clinical Chemistry System from Siemens Healthcare, Deerfield, Ill, is a solution for mid- to high-volume chemistry analysis. The system features an extensive menu that allows integration of testing for clinical chemistry, drugs-of-abuse, therapeutic drug monitoring, and specific proteins like Cystatin C and CardioPhase® hsCRP. The system offers a throughput of 1,800 tests per hour; 200 basic metabolic panels per hour; automatic sample retain technology to perform reruns and dilutions without the need to retrieve primary tubes; large onboard refrigerated reagent capacity and optional concentrated reagents to reduce interruptions; and sample integrity checking, including serum indices reporting, short sample flagging, and clot detection.
Siemens Healthcare
(888) 588-3916
www.siemens.com/diagnostics
Automated Lab System
Onboard automation that eliminates manual tasks
The Dimension Vista® 1500 Intelligent Lab system and Dimension Vista® 500 Intelligent Lab system from Siemens Healthcare, Deerfield, Ill, incorporates customer-driven design; integration of four technologies, including state-of-the-art LOCI® technology; and onboard automation that eliminates manual tasks and frees up technologists’ time to address critical issues elsewhere in the laboratory. The systems also offer more than 100 methods processed simultaneously; disease state management from a single primary sample container; common reagent area and packaging; an advanced homogeneous chemiluminescent technology; 10-minute cardiac panel; 16-minute third-generation TSH; automated hands-off calibration and quality control with customizable auto acceptance parameters; and auto-verification of results performed according to user-programmable rules, among other features.
Siemens Healthcare
(888) 588-3916
www.siemens.com/diagnostics
Chemistry Analyzer
Positions for 36 reagents
The Sirrus® chemistry analyzer from Stanbio Laboratory, Boerne, Tex, features positions for 36 reagents and the ability to configure open channels for your esoteric testing needs. Sirrus automatically reads and manages bar coded reagent bottles and sample tubes. The analyzer operates on Windows®-based software. The system can run 400 tests per hour. Dual reagent probes and a dedicated sample probe translate into higher throughput and faster patient turnaround time. The increased efficiency and use of reusable cuvettes translate into lower cost.
Stanbio Laboratory
(830) 249-0772
www.stanbio.com
Integrated Chemistry System Analyzer
Simultaneous chemistry and immunoassay processing
The Dimension® EXL™ Integrated Chemistry System analyzer from Siemens Healthcare, Deerfield, Ill, allows employees to focus on more value-added tasks. The system offers simultaneous chemistry and immunoassay processing to maximize workflow and improve laboratory efficiency. It also has LOCI® Advanced Chemiluminescent Technology, which processes immunoassay tests more quickly while increasing the reliability and sensitivity of test results. Other features include 10-minute cardiac panel; 16-minute third-generation TSH; no reagent or sample preparation by the operator; large onboard capacity, which provides 1½ hours of independent running time; self monitoring with proactive alerts; and reduced water consumption.
Siemens Healthcare
(888) 588-3916
www.siemens.com/diagnostics
Stat Profile Critical Care Xpress
Features onboard, automated controls
HbA1c controls, Pointe Scientific, Stat Profile® Critical Care Xpress (CCX) from Nova Biomedical, Waltham, Mass, measures blood gases, electrolytes, chemistry, hematology, and onboard co-oximetry in a single, compact analyzer. Individual tests include pH, PCO2, PO2, SO2%, hematocrit, hemoglobin, sodium, potassium, chloride, ionized calcium, ionized magnesium, glucose, BUN, creatinine, lactate, and bilirubin. CCX can provide a full 20-test profile from a single 210-µL sample in 2 minutes. CCX offers a number of innovative time- and labor-saving features, including automated maintenance; snap-in sensor and reagent cartridges; and onboard, automated controls. Integrated onboard data-management software allows data capture, manipulation, and reporting, and simplifies regulatory compliance. Stat Profile CCX is the only analyzer with ionized magnesium, BUN, and creatinine.
Nova Biomedical
(800) 458-5813
www.novabiomedical.com
