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Built-in workflow automation
- Accommodate increasing sample-volume requirements with scalable, built-in automation solutions
- Prevent delays with a bi-directional sample transport system to distribute samples automatically between analyzers
- Add critical STAT samples or body fluids without the need to interrupt routine sample testing
- Prepare and stain slides automatically, without the need for manual intervention based on user-defined decision rules
Integrated for a seamless connection with increased data and quality control management
Maximize workflow efficiency
- Connect up to three DxH 900 hematology analyzers with a DxH Slidemaker Stainer II (SMS II) to form scalable and customized workflow solutions, compatible with DxA 5000 and DxA Fit 5000 lab automation and REMISOL Advance middleware
- Increase data management with database consolidation for order entry, results review (up to 90,000 results) and quality control management (30 control files, each with 150 runs per instrument)
- Load samples at a single instrument input buffer or at multiple instrument input buffers regardless of instrument position
- Manage pre- and post-analytical processes efficiently through our automation and clinical information systems offerings
DxH 900 Workcell Specification
Workcell | Configuration Detail | Maximum Throughput | Width | Depth | Height | Weight** |
DxH SMS II | 1 DxH SMS | 140 Smears/Hour | 94 cm (37 in) | 78.74 cm (31 in) | SMS; 204.5 cm (80.5 in) | 353.84 kg (780 lbs) |
DxH 900 | 1 DxH 900 | 100 Samples/Hour | 75.57 cm (29.75 in) | 82.80 cm (32.6 in) including the removable back panel 79.25 cm (31.2 in) excluding the removable back panel | DxH 900 174 cm (68.5 in) 194 cm (76.4 in) with cover lifted | 254 kg (560 lbs) |
DxH 900-S | 1 DxH 900 with SMS | 100 Samples/Hour | 170.53 cm (67.13 in) | 82.80 cm (32.6 in) including the removable back panel 79.25 cm (31.2 in) excluding the removable back panel | DxH 900 174 cm (68.5 in) 194 cm (76.4 in) with cover lifted | 608 kg (1340 lbs) |
DxH 900-2 | 2 DxH 900 | 200 Samples/Hour | 152.1 cm (59.88 in) | 82.80 cm (32.6 in) including the removable back panel 79.25 cm (31.2 in) excluding the removable back panel | DxH 900 174 cm (68.5 in) 194 cm (76.4 in) with cover lifted | 508 kg (1120 lbs) excluding reagents 680 kg (1500 lbs) including reagents |
DxH 900-3 | 3 DxH 900 | 300 Samples/Hour | 228.63 cm (90.01 in) | 82.80 cm (32.6 in) including the removable back panel 79.25 cm (31.2 in) excluding the removable back panel | DxH 900 174 cm (68.5 in) 194 cm (76.4 in) with cover lifted | 762 kg (1680 lbs) |
DxH 900-3S | 3 DxH 900 with SMS | 300 Samples/Hour | 323.59 cm (127.39 in) | 82.80 cm (32.6 in) including the removable back panel 79.25 cm (31.2 in) excluding the removable back panel | DxH 900 174 cm (68.5 in) 194 cm (76.4 in) with cover lifted | 1116 kg (2460 lbs) |
Additional clearance; 3.8 cm (1.5 in) behind instrument for sufficient cooling, 15.2 cm (6.0 in) per side.
Whole Blood | Reportable Range | Precision |
WBC x103 cells/μL | 0.050–400.000 | <3.0% -5% CV |
RBC x106 cells/μL | 0.005–8.500 | <1.5% CV |
HGB g/dL | 0.10–25.50 | <1.5% CV |
MCV fL | 50.00–150.00 | <1.0% CV |
PLT x103 cells/μL | 3.0–3000.00 | <3.5% CV |
MPV fL | 5.00–25.00 | <2.5% CV @PLT >100x103 cells/μL |
Body Fluid | Reportable Range | Precision |
TNC cells/mm3 | 20–89,000 | <10.0% CV |
RBC cells/mm3 | 1,000–6,200,000 | <15.0% CV |
Sample Aspiration |
Whole Blood and Body Fluid; 165 μL aspiration volume; 0.5 ml dead volume, Pre-dilute with X5 dilution mode; 50 μL whole blood into 200 μL of Diluent, SMS; 90 μL for up to 4 smears |
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Methodology |
Enhanced Coulter Digital Impedance, 360 VCS with DataFusion | |
Available Test Menu |
CBC: WBC, RBC, HGB, HCT, MCV, MCH, MCHC, RDW, RDW-SD, PLT, MPV Differential: NE, LY, MO, EO, BA, MDW, NRBC, NE#, LY#, MO#, EO#, BA#, NRBC# Monocyte Distribution Width (MDW) (when enabled) Retic: RET, RET#, MRV, IRF Body fluids (CSF, Serous and Synovial): TNC, RBC, @BFM%, @BFP% |
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Reagents (CBC/Diff/Retic)* and Controls |
Coulter DxH Diluent................628017 10 L Coulter DxH Cell Lyse............628019 5 L Coulter DxH Diff Pack............628020 EA Coulter DxH Retic Pack.........628021 EA |
6C Plus Cell Control 12x3.5 mL...........................PN C07297 6C Cell Control 9x3.5 mL......................................PN A59925 6C Cell Control 12x3.5 mL.....................................PN 628027 Latron Control 8x4 mL, CP-X..............................PN 628024 S-CAL Calibrator 1x3.3 mL....................................PN 628026 Reticulocyte Controls Retic-X (12x3.5 mL)...PN 628028 Body Fluid Control 12x3.5 mL.............................PN 628030 Linearity Product Lin-X..........................................PN 628029 |
Cleaner |
Coulter DxH Cleaner 628023 10 L—Preloaded for autonomous Daily Cleaning | |
Power Consumption |
Dual indentical power computers in a workcell. DxH 900 SPM; 520 W (1775 BTU/Hour), Monitor: 35W (120 BTU/Hour), DxH Server Computer: 160 W (546 BTU/Hour), DxH Slidemaker Stainer II SPM, 550 W (1877 BTU/Hour) | |
Data Management |
Up to 100,000 patient results with histograms, scatterplots and demographics | |
Quality Assurance |
QC with Levy-Jennings graph; XB/XM for moving averages, daily check, intelligent quality monitoring, customizable calibration and QC reminders and alerts, auto export of QC | |
Sample Transport |
Capacity: 20 five-tube cassettes per module (up to maximum of 400 samples with a DxH 900-3S). Barcodes: digital barcode with 2D barcode capability, Sample ID: up to 22 characters | |
Remote Monitoring |
PROService remote management system: maximum uptime with walk-away troubleshooting and preemptive alerts of instrument issues with RAP box | |
Power Supply Specifications |
A three-wire AC outlet, single phase power supplying 90-264 Vac at 48 to 63 Hz | |
Acoustic Noise Level |
60 dBa | |
Radio Frequency and Interference Immunity |
Meets by the product level standards EN 61326-1 (Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control, and Laboratory Use - EMC Requirements), and EN 61326-2-6 |
*Cyanide free reagents
**Excluding reagents
DxH Concentrated Eco Diluent Specifications
RPI-ECO21 Instrument
Instrument size |
L 30.5 in (775 mm) x W 24.4 in (620 mm) x H 29.5 in (750 mm) |
Empty weight |
236 lbs. (107 Kg) including Millipore WPU AFS-24 |
Dilution method |
Electrical Conductivity and Temperature measurement (EC-T) |
Conductivity production range |
Upon request (indication 10 -20 mS/cm @25°C) |
Production capacity |
~20 L/hr. peak (for 3 hours) <17 L/hr. continuous (excluding lot-change and service) |
Number of DxH concentrated ECO Diluent |
2 x 10L, hot swappable for continuous 360L of diluted diluent |
Display specifications |
154 x 90 mm (7 in), 1024 x 600 resolution |
Storage medium |
Onboard memory & data export storage (USB) |
Stored data |
Batch production and reagent traceability information |
Data on Cubitainer NFC tag |
Reagent type, dilution target, origin, production date, lot number, ID, shelf life, remaining volume |
Eco-friendly DxH ECO Reagents to be used (cyanide-free and low formaldehyde ≤2 ppm)
Cubitainer positions and orientation |
2, upright for use in the diluter |
Cubitainer volume |
10L |
Concentration ratio |
18x |
Storage temperature |
Displayed in GUI and monitored (not controlled) |
Intra lot cubitainer switching |
Uninterrupted production |
Electrical requirements
Mains voltage |
115 or 230V (± 10%), 50-60 Hz (± 3%) |
Fuse EU |
2x 3.15A T (Slow blow) |
Fuse USA |
2x 6A T (Slow blow) |
Power consumption |
500 VA |
Built in Water Production Unit
Water Purification Unit (WPU) |
Merck Millipore AFS-24 |
Feed water temperature |
10 - 30°C |
Input water connection |
1x John Guest PM Acetal fitting 8 mm |
Produced water quality |
Clinical laboratory reagent water, conductivity ≥ 1MΩ/cm |
Input Water Parameters
Pressure |
1 to 6 bars |
Flow rate |
> 5 L/min at 2 bars |
Type |
Potable tap water |
Temperature |
10 – 30°C |
Conductivity |
100 – 2000 μS/cm @ 25°C |
pH |
4-10 |
Langelier Saturation Index (LSI) |
< 0.3 |
Free total chlorine |
< 3 ppm |
Concentrated Diluent Pack Control Process
Control method |
QC cycle using RPI-Check |
Frequency |
≥1x per 24 hr. in manual start and time scheduled |
With multiple available configurations and connectivity, the DxH 900 Connected Workcell has flexibility to meet your laboratory needs.
Workcell | Configuration Detail | Maximum Throughput |
DxH SlidemakerStainer II (SMS II) | 1 DxH SMS | 140 Smears/Hour |
DxH 900 | 1 DxH 900 | 100 Samples/Hour |
DxH 900-S | 1 DxH 900 with SMS | 100 Samples/Hour |
DxH 900-2 | 2 DxH 900 | 200 Samples/Hour |
DxH 900-2S | 2 DxH 900 with SMS | 200 Samples/Hour |
DxH 900-3 | 3 DxH 900 | 300 Samples/Hour |
DxH 900-3S | 3 DxH 900 with SMS | 300 Samples/Hour |
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