Software for Analyzers in Blood Centers

New software for hematology analyzers is specifically designed to meet informational needs in blood-donor centers.

The software is for use on the pocH-100i hematology analyzer of Sysmex (Kobe, Japan). The standard software of this analyzer is geared toward the need for complete blood chemistries (CBC) and other diagnostic information. The needs of blood-donor centers are very different.

"We are interested in the donor's ability to provide platelet packs--even multiple packs from a single donor during a single visit,” explained Peggy Barranco, product manager, Sysmex. "If the donor does not have a high-enough platelet count to do this, they may still be able to qualify for donation of packed red cells or whole blood. The pocH-100i provides accurate results by evaluating donors to maximize the benefit of their precious donation.” The software can report the results via a transmission to a remote site for result review and can capture the identification of the operator, if desired.

The new software also makes use of the pocH-100i as a perfect complement to the Sysmex XE-2100D, used at blood-processing centers. In a diagnostic setting, the poc-H100i provides a quick turnaround of results, while the patient is still in the doctor's office, to facilitate treatment decisions on the spot. This helps the doctor, the patient, and the office staff. A new quality-control program uses bar-coded entry of control and reagent parameters to simplify quality control procedures while reducing manual error entry.




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