Tools, Technologies and Training for Healthcare Laboratories

A1C EZ 2.0 Analyzer: Sigma-metric assessment

There's another new POC HbA1c analyzer to be analyzed. Is the A1C EZ 2.0  fit for purpose? Using the IFCC and Lenters-Westra standards, we evaluate its performance.

i-Smart 300 analyser: Sigma-metric assessment

A new cartridge-type blood gas analyzer, the i-Smart 300, was assessed in a traditional method validation study. When Six Sigma is used as the standard, is selecting this POC instrument a smart choice?

Sigma metric Analysis of a Sysmex XN

A recent study compared two different generations of the same hematology analyzer, Sysmex XN and Sysmex XE.  We would expect there to be a good comparability of results between the analyzers. We would expect that...  [updated with CLIA 2024 and EFLM min goals]

Sigma metric Analysis of a Landwind LW D3600

A recent study assessed the performance of a new hematology analyzer, the Landwind LW D3600.  

Sigma-metrics of the KeyLab veterinary analyzer

What happens when you measure quality of a small wet chemistry veterinary analyzer using not only QC, but also pooled samples of canines and felines? Is this analyzer safe for any species?