ADVIA 560 and 560 AL Hematology Systems to maximum output with minimal user intervention

The ADVIA^® 560 and 560 AL Hematology Systems provide quick, accurate laboratory CBC testing. The systems were created with flexible and user-friendly options as a part of Siemens Healthineers’ family of scalable hematology analyzers to enable the ideal fit in every lab.

The ADVIA^® 2120i Hematology System is the only system capable of fully automating the hematology lab without using large track-based systems, expensive stains, or reflexive testing. This is the way Siemens Healthineers provide the hematology lab with Practical Automation.

The systems are compact and reasonably priced and can be used as backup or stand-alone analyzers. The ADVIA 560 AL System has an optional autoloader to automate sampling, allowing it to respond quickly to the dynamic laboratory environment.

• Runs up to 60 samples per hour
• Simplifies efficient manual sampling of both open and closed tubes
• Measures 26 parameters and employs laser-based optical measurement to provide a five-part white blood cell differential
• Offers storage capacity for up to 100,000 results
• Provides the flexibility to add the autoloader to the ADVIA 560 System at any time
• Processes aspiration volumes as low as 110 µL

ADVIA 560 and 560 AL Systems. Image Credit: Siemens Healthineers

Features and benefits

The ADVIA^® 560 and 560 AL Hematology Systems provide low- and mid-volume laboratories with the best performance and versatility. The ADVIA 560 AL system’s optional autoloader facilitates automated sampling to improve lab workflow efficiency.

Fast, high-quality CBC testing in any laboratory environment

• Can process 60 samples per hour
• Processes aspiration volumes as low as 110 µL
• Quantifies 26 parameters, including a five-part white blood cell differential
• Allows manual sampling of both open and closed tubes
• Provides two scattergrams and two histograms for each result to assist in the interpretation of disease-state information

Intuitive hardware features for accurate and rapid results

• Cap-piercing capability for precise sampling and less biohazard risk
• After every 15^th sample, automatic anticlogging and cleaning methods are used
• Color touchscreen with simple, icon-based software that is easy to use
• Choice of manual or automatic calibration
• Handheld bar-code reader for easy entry of patient ID and control information
• Integrated ticket printer simplifies result reporting without delaying tests that are already underway

Easy-to-use software features and customizable options

• Maximum storage capacity of 100,000 results
• A multilingual operating menu enables usability among diverse staff
• With bidirectional LIS communication, less paper-based worklists and easier patient data transfer across laboratories.
• Reference data can be uploaded using a flexible and adequate interface and QR codes
• Customizable printing options include tabular reports
• An integrated diagnostic flagging system instantly notifies the operator when results are abnormal

Simple upgrade for a true walk-away system

• Flexibility to add the autoloader to any ADVIA 560 system at any time
• 100 primary sample-tube capacity (10 racks of 10 sample tubes each)
• The capability of accepting various tubes
• To guarantee that only tubes with caps on them are mixed and processed, there is an onboard mixing system and cap recognition sensor
• Integrated bar-code reader for positive sample ID

Assays

Technology

• Laser light scatter technology for five-part WBC differential
• Impedance method for CBC
• Light absorbance for HGB measurement

Parameters

A total of 26 parameters, including a five-part differential with two histograms and scattergrams for RBC and PLT: BASO, WBC, LYM, MON, NEU, EOS, BAS, LYM%, MON%, NEU%, EOS%, BAS%, RBC, HCT, MCV, RDW-SD, RDW-CV, HGB, MCH, MCHC, PLT, PCT, MPV, PDW-SD, PDW-CV, P-LCC, P-LCR.

Sample stability

The WBC, NEU%, NEU, LYM%, LYM, MON%, MON, EOS%, EOS, BAS%, BAS, RBC, RDW, and PLT absolute and percent differences from the baseline values, which are evaluated 30 minutes after venipuncture, are used to describe sample stability. The starting point for MPV is two hours following venipuncture. Seven hours after venipuncture, the expected stability is achieved.

Reagents

• Three cyanide-free reagents (Diluent, Lyse, and Cleaner)

Technical specifications

Performance specifications

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Precision

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Test selectivity/throughput

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Sample modes/volumes

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Data management

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Weight and dimensions

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Workstation specifications

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Other specifications

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Autoloader (optional)

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