AU680 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer

Designed for flexibility in the laboratory

Meet ever-increasing pressures on time and productivity with ease. The AU680 clinical chemistry analyzer gives mid- to high-volume laboratories the flexibility to improve efficiencies and economics their way. Operate the AU680 as a standalone system or connect it to laboratory automation and IT solutions. With throughput of up to 800 photometric tests per hour (up to 1,200 with ISEs) and 63 onboard parameters, the AU680 clinical chemistry analyzer delivers field-proven reliability and efficiency to laboratories around the world.

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Get the right results at the right time with one system. The DxC 700 AU clinical chemistry analyzer is the latest innovation in a line of reliable chemistry systems for the mid- to high-volume laboratory. The DxC 700 AU combines the best-loved (and time-tested) features of the popular DxC and AU series of clinical chemistry analyzers. This powerful combination delivers maximal uptime, high reliability and precise performance.

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Learn more about the AU 680 clinical chemistry analyzer's product features.

The AU680 intuitive graphical user interface includes:

Sample tracking
Patient statistics
User-customized menu
Color alerts to highlight system operating conditions

AU-proven reliability enables greater uptime with quick and easy parts replacement

No tools required
No more than three steps, no longer than 60 seconds, for parts such as sample and reagent probes, mixers and syringes
Online help videos guide the operator on proper technique when performing maintenance procedures and parts replacement, which enables greater system uptime

Additionally, the AU680 chemistry analyzer provides:

Integration of pre-analytical automation and immunoassay is attainable with AU680 Direct Track Sampling to Power Processor and connectivity to UniCel DxI 600/800 systems
Command Central integrated with REMISOL Advance^* enables remote monitoring of and access to instruments and automation consoles from a single workstation, optimizing laboratory management and improving decision-making
Cooled STAT compartment provides one-button STAT interrupt and advanced auto QC and calibration capabilities
High-precision microsampling provides accurate and precise results
Priority sample repeat/reflex reduces turnaround time for critical patients
Long-lasting ISEs minimize downtime and reduce operating costs
Large 150-sample rack loader provides for optimal sample processing during peak workload periods
Whole blood sampling capability is used for HbA1c testing

Analytical System	Fully automated, random-access clinical chemistry system with STAT capability
Analytical Principles	Spectrophotometry and potentiometry
Analytical Types	Endpoint, rate, fixed point and indirect ISE
Analytical Methods	Colorimetry, turbidimetry, latex agglutination, homogeneous EIA, indirect ISE
Simultaneously Processed Analytes	60 photometric tests + 3 ISE
Throughput	800 photometric tests/hour; up to 1,200 with ISE
Sample Types	Serum, plasma, urine, whole blood (HbA1c) and other fluids
Sample Feeder	Racks with 10 samples each (barcodes on primary tubes and on racks); capacity of 150 samples; continuous loading
Sample Tubes	In primary and secondary tubes; diameter between 11.5 and 16.5 mm; height between 55 and 102 mm
STAT Samples	Up to 22 positions for STAT samples, barcoded primary tubes
Sample Volume	1–25 μL in 0.1 μL increments (1–25 μL for repeats)
Reagent Supply	60 positions for R1, 48 positions for R2; refrigerated: 4–12°C; handling of 3-shot reagents
Reagent Volume	R1: 15–250 μL; R2: 15–250 μL; in 1 μL increments
Total Reaction Volume	120–425 μL
Reaction Cuvette	Quartz cuvettes
Reaction Time	Up to 8 minutes, 40 seconds
Reaction Temperature	37°C
Mixing Method	With rotating paddles after dispensing sample and reagent
Photometry System	Direct assay through the reaction cuvette (0–3.0 OD) mono and bichromatic measurements possible
Wavelength	13 different wavelengths between 340–800 nm
Cuvette Cleaning	Comprehensive cleaning with detergents
Calibration	Autocalibration, cooled calibrator positions; master calibration established by two-dimensional barcode on the reagent bottle (>3-point calibration)
Quality Control	Auto QC, cooled QC positions
Test Requisition	Individual and profile test requisition via online, mouse, function keys or touch screen
Safety	Clot detection and crash prevention for sample and reagent dispenser
Online	Full uni- and bi-directional communication possible
Software	Windows 7®
Data Storage	Sample number: 100,000 samples. Reaction data: 200,000 tests.
Dimensions (WxHxD)	ANL 1,950x1,280x1,000
Power Supply	200 V; 208 V; 220 V; 230 V; 240 V; 50 Hz; 60 Hz/3.8 KVA

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AU680 Clinical Chemistry Analyzer

Upgrade to the Next Generation DxC 700 AU Chemistry Analyzer

Learn more about the AU 680 clinical chemistry analyzer's product features.

The AU680 intuitive graphical user interface includes:

AU-proven reliability enables greater uptime with quick and easy parts replacement

Additionally, the AU680 chemistry analyzer provides:

Analytical System

Analytical Principles

Analytical Types

Analytical Methods

Simultaneously Processed Analytes

Throughput

Sample Types

Sample Feeder

Sample Tubes

STAT Samples

Sample Volume

Reagent Supply

Reagent Volume

Total Reaction Volume

Reaction Cuvette

Reaction Time

Reaction Temperature

Mixing Method

Photometry System

Wavelength

Cuvette Cleaning

Calibration

Quality Control

Test Requisition

Safety

Online

Software

Data Storage

Dimensions (WxHxD)

Power Supply

Tips & Tools