Mindray BC-2800 Auto Hematology Analyzer

Description

Mindray BC-2800 is a compact, fully automatic hematology analyzer with 19 parameters for CBC test and microsampling technology. The user-friendly interface facilitates an easy and efficient workflow.

What is the Mindray BC-2800?

The Mindray BC-2800 is a versatile and compact hematology analyzer. It is one of the best automatic compact units from Mindray. This one, in particular, is one of the latest addition in their “BC” line of 3-Diff sample analyzers. Let us now have a closer look at this device.

Overview of the Mindray BC-2800

The first thing we will notice is that this unit is very portable. But despite its small size, it is fully automatic and cheap compared to other devices. The 3-part differential provides accurate measurements of white blood cells. It also has the latest software built into it for quick operation.

The machine weighs around 48 pounds and measures 32.2 cm x 43.7 cm x 39.7 cm (weight x height x thickness).

Ideal for small laboratories

• High performance to price ratio
• High accuracy and reliability
• Throughput of 30 tests per hour fits small laboratory needs
• Compact size to save space
• Microvolume of sample and reagents, automatic
• maintenance all add up to the economy

Specifications

Here are the main features of the BC-2800.

• It has a compact design and user-friendly interface.
• It has a sample volume of 13-20 μL (microliter).
• The devices feature two sample modes, i.e., whole blood and pre-diluted.
• We can store up to 10,000 sample data which includes graphics and histograms.
• It features six counting modes, including all parameters and WBC/HGB and RBC/PLT.
• With the 800×600 resolution LCD, we can calculate and view data effortlessly. It can display three histograms and up to 19 parameters at once.
• The external printer can print results in multiple formats using 50mm width paper. Although, it is an optional addition.
• A built-in thermal recorder scans and displays accurate readings.
• It provides throughput results of up to 30 samples per hour.
• The automatic sample probe cleaning is another feature that makes life easier for users.
• We can input necessary data with the external keyboard, barcode scanner, and the in-built keypad.

How does the Mindray BC-2800 operate?

1. The Mindray BC-2800 uses the Coulter Principle to count RBC, WBC, and PLT cells to display their histograms and data. On the other hand, the Hemoglobin concentration (HGB) is measured using the Colorimetric method.
2. The BC-2800 can analyze two types of blood samples, i.e., whole blood samples and pre-diluted blood samples.
3. When analyzing the whole blood samples, it takes in 13 μL (microliter) of the sample. A diluent of 3 ml is added, and it gets diluted following a series of reactions before proceeding to the final analysis.
4. If you want to analyze pre-diluted blood samples, you must first collect 20 μL of the capillary specimen. Next, you can dispense 1.6 ml of diluent from the device and pre-dilute the specimen. The operator will forward the sample to the analyzer, which will take in 0.7 ml of the given sample. Finally, it is sent for further dilution.

Final Thoughts

The compact design of the BC-2800 makes it practical for use in laboratories. But that does not mean it cannot be used for complicated calculations. It can be stored anywhere and moved around quickly as it takes minimum space. We can ignore the occasional maintenance and cleaning and focus on its reliability and flexibility. All in all, it is a versatile device for your research and experiments.

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