Evaluation of the Dacos 3.0 analyser
1990
Evaluation of the Dacos 3.0 Analyser
Sample size: 100
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Joan Farr6 Pons, Alba Alumni, Felipe Antoja, Carmen Biosca, Marla-Jestis Alsina, Romin Galimany
Primary Institution: Servei d'Analisis Cliniques, Centre d'Assistncia Primria 'Dr. Robert'
Conclusion
The Dacos 3.0 analyser demonstrated acceptable levels of imprecision and inaccuracy across various analytical methods.
Supporting Evidence
- The photometric inaccuracy was acceptable for both 340 nm and 420 nm.
- Within-run imprecision ranged from 0.6% to 7.6% for various analytes.
- Between-run imprecision was acceptable for most analytes except for iron at low concentration.
- Carry-over was negligible in both sample and reagent delivery systems.
Takeaway
The Dacos 3.0 analyser is a machine that helps test blood samples, and it works pretty well for different tests.
Methodology
The evaluation involved examining analytical units, routine operation, studying interferences, and assessing practicability.
Limitations
The study noted some contamination in reagent carry-over and potential interferences from turbidity and haemolysis.
Statistical Information
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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