An Overview of Reliable Models of Coagulation Analyzers

Coagulation analyzers are used to measure clotting mechanisms of hemostasis, which can detect clotting deficiencies related to thromboembolytic disease, thrombocytopenia, impaired liver function, hemophilia and more. Available in handheld as well as bench top models, the devices are used to monitor the effect of drugs such as heparin, oral anticoagulants, and thrombolytic and anti-platelet agents on whole blood, and the effects of blood component therapy.

The analyzer models available today are fully automated with advanced features to perform various functions such as primary tube sampling, cap piercing, automatic rerun, and dilution. They are ideal for performing sophisticated coagulation, chromogenic, and immunologic assays using smaller samples and reagent volumes. 

Established lab equipment suppliers offer various analyzer models from leading manufacturers. Laboratories can therefore choose from a wide range of devices to meet varying volume needs and testing requirements.

* Beckman Coulter ACL Elite - Noted for its superior performance and reliability, this system offers comprehensive menus for routine, specialty and STAT testing, minimal maintenance and true walk-away capability. Its assay menu includes: PT, APTT, Calcium Chloride, Fibrinogen, Heparin, D-Dimer, and Thrombophilia. Features -

  • Rapid assay turnaround times

  • Easy-to-use "Load & Run" operation

  • Require less than 10 minutes of daily, weekly and monthly maintenance

  • True walk-away capability

* Siemens Sysmex CA-560 - This compact, fully automated system offers the convenience of performing all coagulation assays on one analyzer. Incorporated with simple touch screen interface and with bi-directional LIS communication for easy operation, the Sysmex CA-560 ensures efficient operation and reduced downtime. The unit features –

  •Removable reagent trays for ease-of-use

*Helena Cascade M-4 - With a bench top footprint smaller than 15" wide by 15" deep and weighing about 20 pounds, the Cascade M-4 is sized to fit any lab. This low-volume testing analyzer is cost-effective and offers many time and labor saving benefits. Its on-screen computer prompts help the user to conveniently step through testing. Other features include

  •Easy-to-use keypad

A recent market research report from Technavio predicts that the global blood coagulation analyzer market will grow at a CAGR of more than 8% by 2020. Factors that have increased the demand for these devices and are driving vendors to come up with more effective and efficient solutions over the next four years are –

• Portability

The report points out that the interesting trend gaining traction in the market is the growing use of anticoagulant therapy for the treatment of clotting disorders occurring due to abnormal blood clots. Initiatives have been taken by several governing bodies to create awareness about the ill-effects of anticoagulant therapy, which will increase the demand for coagulation testing, which in turn, will boost the market in the coming years.