Features of the ABX Diagnostics HORIBA Pentra 60 C+ Hematology Analyzer:

Five-part leukocyte differential analysis through a combination of cytochemistry, light absorbency technology, and focused-flow volumetric determination with selectable CBC or CBC plus five-part differential analysis.

DHSS* (Double Hydrodynamic Sequential System)

• Allows measurement of cell volumes and cellular content in one unique chamber


• Following the cell incubation with Eosinofix*, a cytochemical reagent containing the active principle of Sudan Black B leukocytes is analyzed according to two complementary principles: focused-flow impedance (cell volume measurement) and light absorbance (cellular content analysis)


• Offers specific advantages for:


• Post-draw stability of the leukocyte differential analysis for up to 48 hours


• High resolution leukocyte differential


• Identification and counting of two additional leukocyte subsets^†: Large Immature Cells (LIC) and Atypical Lymphocytes (ALY)

• Consists in aspirating a volume of 53µL of whole blood in the sample needle


• This volume of blood is then split in different aliquots within the sampling needle and distributed in all specific chambers for the appropriate dilutions


• Aliquots of blood are distributed in a tangential flow of diluent


• Needle is positioned near the chamber cavity and injects the aliquot of blood in the reagent tangential flow


• Sampling needle is then cleaned internally and externally


• Eliminates use of shear-valve to distribute the blood sample in all appropriate chambers and does not require any maintenance


• The ABX patented tangential flow technique gives a perfect mixing and homogenization of the blood with the reagents


• Distribution of blood in a tangential flow eliminates viscosity problems coming from the whole blood sample


• Also gives the possibility of immediate CBC/5 DIFF test selection without a cleaning cycle in between

• 26 parameters


• 60 samples/hour


• Full, 5-part differential


• "Zero-maintenance" concept

• Five-part leukocyte differential analysis through a combination of cytochemistry, light absorbency technology, and focused-flow volumetric determination with selectable CBC or CBC plus five-diff analysis


• Offers a "hands-free" system for either open- or closed-tube sampling


• Requiring only a 53µL sampling volume, multiple aspirations are possible from fingerstick collection devices


• QC, Calibration, Patient Data Management, and all instrument functions are handled via the all-in-one, "low profile" data manager (for PENTRA 60 C+ only), complete with a 15 in. flat screen monitor


• Retractable probe is washed internally and externally to minimize biohazard exposure to the sample, improving precision and reducing carryover

CBC plus 5 DIFF Analysis (26 parameters): WBC; LYM; MON; NEU; EOS; BAS; LIC; ALY; RBC; Hgb; Hct; MCV; MCH; MCHC; RDW; PDW; Pct; MPV; PLT

Stability: Up to 48 hr.

Throughput: 60 samples/hr.

Sample Volume: 30 µL (CBC); 53 µL (5 diff)

Sample I.D.: Alphanumeric keyboard; Bar code reader

Reagents: 5

Printer: Laser (PENTRA 60 C+)

Dimensions: 17.5 in.W x 15 in.D x 22.3 in.H

Weight: 77 lbs.

Electrical Requirements: 110/220V; 50/60 Hz; 200VA

Data Management: PC (1.8GHZ); RAM: 256 Mb; Hard Drive: 40 Gb; Floppy disk; CD-Rom; 15 in. screen (600 x 800)