HbA1c testing is key component in any diabetes management program. The Siemens' DCA Vantage® Analyzer is a point-of-care solution for diabetes management providing accurate results, flexible connectivity, customizable control and enhanced data security. It offers accuracy and ease of use, and delivers lab quality results in the office lab.
Along with helping to monitor glycemic control, the analyzer also helps detect early kidney disease in diverse settings, ranging from the physician's office to remote, point-of-care coordinated sites in hospitals and multisite practices. The device uses monoclonal antibody to analyze whole blood samples for HbA1c. It is also particularly convenient for children, as it requires just 1 μL of fingerstick blood.
The testing procedure involves collecting blood from a capillary puncture into a capillary holder supplied with the analyzer, inserting the sample filled holder into the reagent cartridge, verifying the analyzer's calibration by sliding the reagent cartridge through the slot and inserting the reagent cartridge containing the specimen into the instrument. The analysis is initiated when the instrument door is closed. Results are available within 5 minutes and displayed on the analyzer. Results will be automatically uploaded to a PC via a USB flash drive, thereby reducing manual logging and saving time.
This features and benefits of this point-of-care analyzer are as follows -
- Onboard GFR calculator indexes kidney function
- Self-contained cartridges that facilitate easy walkaway operation after sample loading
- Bar-code scanner for safer and faster patient/operator ID entry
- No sample or reagent preparation required
- Minimal maintenance requirements with automatic reminders
- Optional lockout if schedule not followed or QC fails
- Adjustable correlation to reference methods
- No sample preparation or reagent preparation required
- Color touch screen display with 1/4 VGA resolution
The unit also analyses urine specimens for microalbumin, creatinine, and albumin/creatinine ration using the appropriate cartridges in 7 minutes to report a quantitative protein status with automatic creatinine adjustment.
Printed patient records and electronic transmission to LIS electronic medical record allows for reduced transcription errors. The unit offers convenient local storage of up to 4,000 onboard records with powerful sorting capabilities. Its customizable security access modes support up to 1,000 operators, protect patient information, and prevent operation by unauthorized users.
The best option when it comes to purchasing point-of care analyzers is a reliable online lab equipment store. In addition a great price, buyers can choose from leasing plans, reagent credit and training programs.