The document describes the HemoCue HbA1c 501 system, a point-of-care device for measuring hemoglobin A1c levels. The system uses a small blood sample volume and provides lab-equivalent results quickly in 5 minutes. It is portable, easy to use, and reliable for improving patient care. HemoCue is the manufacturer and has experience developing medical devices that deliver rapid, precise results.
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HIGHLY VERSATILE
The HbA1c 501 is an easy-to-use, fully
automated boronate affinity assay to
determine the percentage of HbA1c in
whole blood.
This point-of-care system delivers rapid
results with lab-equivalent accuracy and
precision across all test parameters.
PORTABLE
- May be used manually as a basic test
system
- May be used as an advanced system
for automatic printing, data input and
PC-connectivity
- Due to its compact size, portability is
easy and convenient
HBA1C 501 SYSTEM INCLUDES:
IMPROVED WORKFLOW AND
PATIENT CARE
- Automatic cartridge calibration
- Barcode reader available for patient
and operator ID
- Room temperature storage up to 18
months
HEMOCUE HbA1c 501
ANALYZER:
- Capillary whole blood, venous blood
with anticoagulant
- 4 µL sample volume
- Measuring range: 20-130mmol/mol,
(4,0-14,0%)
- Reading time: 5 minutes
- IFCC/NGSP traceable
- Memory capacity: 200 test results
- Weight: 1600 g
- 198 x 217 x 136 millimeters
- Operating temperature: 17-32°C
- Storage temperature: 10-35°C
HbA1c 501 analyzer, test cartridge, monthly
check cartridge, daily check cartridge
OPTIONAL: Barcode scanner, printer and PC
SW
CONVENIENCEAT
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HEMOCUE HbA1c 501 TEST
CARTRIDGE
CARTRIDGE REAGENT PACK
- Code with
calibration data
for each lot
- System
automatically
recognizes
cartridge code
- Prefilled with
reagent solution
and rinsing
solution (mix
gently)
- Sample area for
blood collection
- Sample volume:
4 µL capillary or
venous blood
QUALITY CONTROL
HEMOCUE HbA1c 501 ANALYZER
- The Analyzer is factory-calibrated
- Automatic self-test at every start up
- Daily and Monthly Check Cartridge shall be used
- Only controls made from human whole blood can be
used
HEMOCUE HbA1c CHECK CARTRIDGE
- The Check Cartridge checks the optional and
operating units of the Analyzer. Calibration data is
printed for each lot on the Test Cartridge label
- Daily Check Cartridge: Check the motor and sensor
once a day before samples are tested, after an error
message, and/or after analyzer has been moved
- Monthly Check Cartridge: Monthly performance
check to adjust light sensor, and/or after analyzer has
been moved
UNDERSTANDING HbA1c 501