Evaluation of the Hitachi 705 Analyser
Author Information
Author(s): C. Ferr6, M. J. Castifieiras, M. J. Alsina, R. Galimany, J. Riera
Primary Institution: Departamento de Análisis Clínicos, Residencia Sanitaria S.S. 'Príncipes de España', Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
Hypothesis
The Hitachi 705 analyser's performance will meet the standards set by the Sociedad Española de Química Clínica.
Conclusion
The Hitachi 705 analyser has proven to be a highly reliable and precise instrument for measuring various analytes.
Supporting Evidence
- The coefficients of variation obtained are below those of clinical significance.
- The linearity of the methods allows measurements of pathological levels without the necessity of diluting the sample.
- Carry-over is insignificant.
- The instrument can analyze 200-300 specimens per day.
Takeaway
The Hitachi 705 analyser is a machine that helps doctors quickly and accurately test blood samples for different substances.
Methodology
The analyser was evaluated over three months, assessing imprecision, carry-over, linearity, and relative accuracy against routine analysers.
Limitations
The analyser lacks a built-in sample-identification system, which could be expected given its advanced features.
Participant Demographics
Patients from a medium-sized laboratory were used for testing.
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