Clinical chemistry analyzers are an indispensable tool in modern laboratories. Advanced chemistry analyzers are used to test for electrolytes, enzymes and proteins in samples of serum, plasma, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids. Designed to meet the varied testing needs of medium to high throughput laboratories, Olympus / Beckman Coulter AU680 analyzer is integrated with several advanced features that help to streamline laboratory workflow. This analyzer offers prominent benefits such as automation options, extended analytical reach and reduced operating costs.
This chemistry analyzer model offers a fully automated HbA1c assay and measures analytes in combination with appropriate reagents, calibrators, quality control (QC) material, and other accessories. Featuring a fully open design, the analyzer is operated as a stand-alone instrument or connected to a track system for direct track sampling. AU680 chemistry system uses a new and highly intuitive graphical user interface, including embedded videos to support key maintenance steps. With the high-speed whole blood testing capability of this analyzer, laboratory professionals can attain faster results and improved efficiencies.
The AU 680 offers speed of up to 1200 tests per hour and has an on-board menu capacity of up to 63 different tests. To increase automation levels, samples can be loaded via a new standardized rack tray for direct transfer from the Beckman Coulter AutoMate 2500 peri-analytical workstation. Other key features include -
- Minimized reagent volumes
- Reagent volume as small as 15 µl
- Eliminates need for multiple calibrators
- Applies to C3, C4, Transferrin and ASO
- Sample volume as small as 1.6 µl
- Clot detection
- Sampling frequency of 4.5 seconds
- Handling of 3-shot reagents
- 600 tests/hour (if ISE mode only)
- Advanced calibration
- Automatic bottle switch capabilities
- Liquid detection and remaining test number calculation
- Non disposable quartz cuvettes
- Ready to use liquid stable reagents
- Standardized mixing procedures across the whole range of analyzers
- Tact frequency 4.5 seconds
Triple reagent dispensing technique enables the AU680 chemistry analyzer to perform assays requiring up to three separate reagents. This enhances analytical performance and opens up new possibilities for current and future assays. For purchasing analyzers, lab professionals need to choose reliable lab equipment suppliers as this would ensure competitive pricing, on-time delivery, and efficient maintenance services.