Evaluation of the Olympus AU5061 as a Replacement for the SMAC II Analyser
Author Information
Author(s): Philip B. Hodgin, Jr., William F. Moore, III, Harvey L. Kincaid
Primary Institution: SKBL-Tampa, SmithKline BioScience Laboratories Ltd
Hypothesis
Is the Olympus AU5061 an effective replacement for the SMAC II analyser?
Conclusion
The Olympus AU5061 was found to be an effective replacement for the SMAC II analyser, offering increased throughput and reduced operating expenses.
Supporting Evidence
- The Olympus AU5061 achieved a throughput of 265 patient profiles per hour.
- Precision for most methods was 1-2% or less.
- The instrument demonstrated significant savings in supplies compared to continuous flow analysers.
Takeaway
The Olympus AU5061 is a new machine that can test a lot of samples quickly and saves money on supplies.
Methodology
The evaluation followed NCCLS protocols and included precision studies, linearity assessments, and throughput experiments.
Limitations
The study was limited to a 60-day evaluation period and did not interface with the laboratory computer system.
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