Abacus-5
- 60 tests/hour from a compact bench-top footprint.
- Two sampling modes — cap piercing for closed tubes and open-tube sampling.
- Patented optical laser-based WBC differential technology with proven impedance measurement.
- Clog detection and prevention with automatic system cleaning.
- Field-upgradeable: autosampler for walk-away capability, and a small sample module for reduced sample volume.
- High-resolution touch screen; sample and QC information uploads from USB, QR code or a bi-directional LIS connection.
- Cap piercing validated for Monovette, Vacutainer and Vacuette tube types, reducing biohazard exposure.
- On-board QC software package with three levels of user access rights.
Suited to hospitals, laboratories and satellite clinics needing advanced technology that stays reliable and easy to use.
Insights
24 Jan 2026
ACCLMPCON 2026
ACCLMPCON 2026
8 Feb 2025
LEVELS OF LABORATORIES
In India, the laboratory services are integrated with the 3-tier public health system at the primary, secondary and tertiary levels. Besides these, there are Reference Laboratories, Research Laboratories and Specific Disease Reference Laboratories to provide services for complex and special tests. The private sector provides laboratory support at all levels of health care both in rural and urban areas. Each laboratory should identify the scope, functions and the capacity of the services offered by it and appropriate infrastructure with requisite biosafety measures should be planned. Qualified and trained staff should be employed with periodic up-gradation of their skills.
5 Feb 2025
Controlling Clinical Laboratory Errors
In the high-stakes world of clinical diagnostics, even a small laboratory error can lead to misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, or compromised patient care. Errors can occur at any stage—pre-analytical, analytical, or post-analytical—due to factors like poor sample handling, instrument malfunction, or reporting mistakes. By implementing robust quality control measures, staff training, and systematic error tracking, laboratories can significantly reduce these risks. Addressing errors proactively not only enhances lab efficiency but also builds trust with healthcare providers and patients. Precision in laboratory testing isn't just a goal—it's a necessity for better healthcare outcomes.