Evaluation of the Monarch Clinical Chemistry Analyser
Author Information
Author(s): Ferruccio Ceriotti, Emma Guagnellini, Francesco Zoppi, Norberto Montalbetti, Carlo Okely, Pierangelo Bonini
Primary Institution: Istituto Scientifwo H. S. Raffaele
Hypothesis
The Monarch analyser's performance was evaluated for precision, linearity, and accuracy compared to routine methods.
Conclusion
The Monarch analyser demonstrated good reliability and is now used as the routine clinical chemistry analyser in two of the three participating laboratories.
Supporting Evidence
- The Monarch showed excellent photometric and dispensing accuracy.
- Calibration stability was good for most analytes.
- Overall precision was acceptable for the majority of analytes tested.
Takeaway
The Monarch analyser is a machine that helps test blood samples accurately and is now trusted by doctors in two hospitals.
Methodology
The evaluation involved comparing the Monarch analyser's performance with routine methods across three different laboratories.
Potential Biases
Some method-to-method carry-over was observed, particularly when total protein determination was followed by urate measurement.
Limitations
Not all experiments could be performed in each laboratory due to practical and organizational reasons.
Participant Demographics
Laboratories involved in the evaluation were from different locations, including Istituto Scientifwo H. S. Raffaele and Ospedale Bassini.
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