Software version 2 enhancements improve flagging and
streamline the quality control processes
BREA, California, May 10, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Beckman Coulter
Diagnostics announced today the global launch of next-generation
software to support new and existing DxH 500 hematology analyzers.
The version 2 software upgrade gives small-volume clinical
laboratories access to a comprehensive suite of tools—including a
proprietary dynamic-gating methodology for improved flagging and a
sophisticated quality control (QC) menu. These enhancements are
designed to help laboratories deliver the fast, accurate results
that physicians and patients need with greater efficiency, and
represent the company's commitment to continuous innovation that
promotes clinical excellence.
With the new software, laboratories can ensure more accurate
differentials through Beckman Coulter's proprietary dynamic-gating
methodology. The technology—not available in any other
small-volume, 5-part differential instrument—improves results
flagging by adjusting the thresholds between cell cluster
arrangements. This unique, multi-layered system of adjustable
gates, enables the analyzer to better identify cell
populations—particularly more challenging cell populations—giving
laboratories confidence in the accuracy of results and reducing
slide reviews that can interrupt workflow.
The upgrade further promotes operational effectiveness through a
flexible QC menu that is designed to help laboratories more easily
meet accreditation requirements. With the new software,
laboratories can increase runs per file from 100 to 150, creating
greater efficiency in the QC process and providing assurance of
accurate system performance. The new software also gives
laboratories outside the U.S. access to research-use-only (RUO)
parameters. Other software improvements include a more streamlined
setup menu, enhanced user-access features, and added backup and
restore functions.
Beyond its upgraded clinical excellence, the compact DxH 500
helps laboratories manage resources. Its easy-to-use interface
enables technologists to access any screen in three clicks or less,
saving valuable time. The system requires only three reagents that
can be replaced in five minutes or less. This is in contrast to
competitive systems that use five or more reagents—many of which
are organic solvents —requiring additional costly disposal
fees.
About Beckman Coulter
Beckman Coulter Diagnostics helps healthcare and laboratory
professionals provide better patient care by delivering the
accurate diagnostic information they need, when they need it. For
over 80 years, Beckman Coulter has been the partner of choice for
healthcare organizations. Our scalable instruments, comprehensive
diagnostic tests and business management services are trusted by
hospitals, laboratories and other critical care settings around the
world. We share in our customers' mission toward continuous
improvement and quality patient care because we believe when
efficiency and clinical outcomes are improved, patients benefit and
we can move healthcare forward for every person.
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