Human HumaStar 600, User Manual

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IntroductIon
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2 INTRODUCTION
The HumaStar 600 is a reliable in vitro diagnostic chemistry analyzer for auto-
matic testing of routine clinical chemistry tests and electrolytes.
Being real random access, this HumaStar 600 is the ideal solution for medium
to large size labs, with a throughput of more than 600 photometric tests/hour
(720 tests/hour with ISE).
Continuous process can be achieved as samples sectors can be loaded quick-
ly and simply allowing nonstop operation. Sectors can hold primary tubes and
small sample cups.
Refrigerated reagent tray can hold up to 48 different containers ranging from
20 to 70ml depending on configuration.
The optional ISE unit gets electrochemical measurement of Na + , K + and Cl - elec-
trolytes with automatic urine sample dilution. The instrument is controlled
by a PC workstation that has graphical -user friendly- interface software. The
software provides total control over the analyzing process and gives easy ac-
cess to advanced statistical functions and reports. Versatile method setup com-
prises end point, fixed point, kinetics, ISE, coagulation, calculated and externals.
Optional features include:
- Flexible pre- and post washing for each test to prevent carryover.
- Auto rerun with automatic dilution of samples which are out of linear range.
- Automatically duplicate for result confirmation
- Extra volume dispensing of water or reagent to improve accuracy.
- Reagent integrity check for safe operation.
- Automatic predilution for calibrators, controls, blanks and samples to fit any
method insert.
- Curve and linear calibration with unlimited number of standards for highest
accuracy.
- Onboard sample and reagent bar code reading assure positive identification.
- Capacity sensor monitors sample and reagent volumes.
- Instant mixing during dispense gives precise initial reaction time.
- Automatic acceptance of calibrators, control and samples increase the walk
away time.
- Current activity monitor screen indicates to the operator when the routine
will be finished
- Clot detector
- Low water consumption.