Product Description
| Brand | EKF Diagnostics |
| Sample Type | Whole Blood |
| Test Type | Hemoglobin |
| CAT No | 3040-0010-0218 |
EKF Diagnostics Hemo Control is a point-of-care hemoglobin analyzer designed to provide quantitative, lab quality hemoglobin results from 25 seconds. Hemo Control uses the most established photometric azide methemoglobin method ensuring reliable results with a high precision (CV <2%).
Reliable and Accurate Hemoglobin MeasurementThe EKF Diagnostics Hemo Control Hemoglobin Analyzer employs a photometric azide methemoglobin method, delivering 2% accuracy compared to reference methods. By requiring just an 8 L blood sample, it efficiently analyzes hemoglobin and hematocrit, ensuring trustworthy results for clinical decision-making in under a minute.
Ergonomic, Portable DesignFeaturing a compact, robust structure with a high-quality plastic housing, this analyzer is easily portable between test locations in hospitals, blood banks, or clinics. Its maintenance-free design and silent operation make it an ideal choice for busy medical environments, optimizing workflow without causing distractions.
User-Friendly Operation with Extensive Data ManagementWith fully automatic operation, a large, backlit LCD, and intuitive interface supporting multiple languages, users can perform tests effortlessly. Data storage capacity of up to 4,000 results, including patient and operator IDs, along with USB and serial interfaces, simplifies result management, reporting, and traceability.
FAQs of EKF Diagnostics Hemo Control Hemoglobin Analyzer:
Q: How does the EKF Hemo Control Hemoglobin Analyzer work?
A: The analyzer uses a photometric measurement principle with microcuvette technology, employing the azide methemoglobin method to accurately determine hemoglobin concentration from a small blood sample.
Q: What types of blood samples can be analyzed by this device?
A: It is compatible with capillary, venous, and arterial whole blood samples, making it suitable for a variety of clinical applications and patient requirements.
Q: Where can the Hemo Control Analyzer be used effectively?
A: This analyzer is ideal for use in hospitals, blood banks, clinical laboratories, and point-of-care settings, providing reliable results wherever fast hemoglobin measurement is needed.
Q: What is the sample volume required and how quickly are results available?
A: Only 8 L of blood is needed for each test, and results are provided within 25 to 60 seconds, enabling rapid diagnostic decisions.
Q: How is this analyzer maintained and calibrated?
A: The system is factory calibrated and does not require any user calibration. With no moving parts, the analyzer is designed to be maintenance-free, ensuring long-term reliability with minimal upkeep.
Q: Can the Hemo Control store and manage test results efficiently?
A: Yes, it can store up to 4,000 test results, complete with patient and operator identification data. Results can be transferred through USB or serial interfaces for streamlined record-keeping.