Revolutionize Hematology Analysis with the Beckman Coulter ACT Analyzer: Efficiency, Accuracy, and Versatility
The COULTER ACT hematology analyzer revolutionizes laboratory efficiency by integrating automation at a cost-effective price point. This fully automated system, available in 16 or 18 parameter configurations, offers comprehensive CBC and COULTER histogram differential capabilities. It embodies the hallmark features of Beckman Coulter products, ensuring rapid, accurate, and reliable results with ease.
Equipped with an intuitive touch screen interface, the ACT analyzer simplifies operation for all users. Its language-independent icons and one-step sample processing streamline the analysis process, enhancing workflow efficiency. Additionally, the automated probe wipe feature ensures safe and thorough cleaning, while the system's fully automated startup and shutdown functions contribute to operational convenience.
One of the distinguishing characteristics of the ACT diff analyzer is its flexibility. Operators can seamlessly switch between whole blood and prediluted samples with a simple touch of a button, catering to diverse laboratory requirements. Moreover, its small 12 µL sample size facilitates analysis from both venous and capillary blood collections, expanding its applicability across various sample types.
To further accommodate different laboratory workloads, the ACT analyzer offers two reagent packaging configurations. This flexibility allows laboratories to optimize their reagent management strategies, ensuring efficient resource utilization without compromising on performance.
The reliability of the Beckman Coulter ACT hematology analyzer is underscored by its simple system design, engineered for maximum uptime. With a focus on minimizing complexities, this system ensures consistent performance, reducing the risk of downtime and enhancing laboratory productivity. Additionally, the complete reagent system, complemented by market-specific quality control products, is meticulously developed to deliver maximum performance, further enhancing the reliability of the analyzer.
Authentic COULTER technology lies at the core of the ACT analyzer, ensuring accurate and dependable results. Features such as triplicate counting, proven COULTER histogram differential, patented sweepflow technology, and extended platelet counting contribute to the precision and reliability of results. With results available in less than 60 seconds, clinicians and laboratory personnel can rely on the efficiency and accuracy of the analyzer for timely decision-making and patient care.
Despite its advanced capabilities, the Beckman Coulter ACT analyzer remains affordable and compact, offering exceptional value without compromising on performance. This optimal balance between cost and features translates into tangible benefits for laboratories, allowing them to achieve their diagnostic goals efficiently and cost-effectively. Moreover, the minimal routine maintenance requirements and high system reliability contribute to cost containment, ensuring long-term affordability and operational efficiency.
The compact, tabletop design of the ACT analyzer further enhances its practicality, especially in laboratories where space is at a premium. This space-saving design not only maximizes laboratory floor space but also ensures ease of integration into existing workflows.
In terms of methods and technologies, the ACT analyzer employs the Coulter Principle for counting and sizing, renowned for its accuracy and reliability. Triplicate counting and extended platelet counting further enhance result accuracy, while technologies such as cyanmethemoglobin support comprehensive hematology analysis, reinforcing the analyzer's capabilities in delivering precise and reliable results for clinical decision-making.
The user interface of the Beckman Coulter ACT hematology analyzer is designed with user convenience and efficiency in mind. Featuring a responsive touch screen, operators can easily navigate through the system's functionalities with intuitive touch commands. The language-independent icons further enhance usability, ensuring that operators from different linguistic backgrounds can effortlessly understand and operate the analyzer.
A notable feature of the user interface is the single-screen display of all results, providing operators with a comprehensive overview of test outcomes at a glance. This streamlined presentation minimizes the need for navigation between multiple screens, saving time and optimizing workflow efficiency. Additionally, the one-button sample aspiration function simplifies the sample processing procedure, allowing operators to initiate sample analysis with a single press of a button.
In terms of host communication, the ACT analyzer is equipped with RS232 connectivity, adhering to ASTM standards. This standardized communication protocol facilitates seamless integration with laboratory information systems (LIS) and other external devices, enabling efficient data transfer and interoperability. By conforming to ASTM standards, the analyzer ensures compatibility with a wide range of laboratory infrastructures, enhancing its versatility and utility in diverse laboratory settings.
In summary, the Beckman Coulter ACT hematology analyzer sets the standard for laboratory instrumentation. Its combination of simplicity, automation, and flexibility makes it an indispensable tool for today's clinical laboratories, providing cost-effective solutions without compromising on quality or performance.
