CellaVision DC-1 Digital Cell Morphology SystemSimplifying the process of performing blood cell differentials in low-volume laboratories.
Discover how the CellaVision DC-1 digital morphology system automates differential reviews.
The CellaVision DC-1 is designed to automate and simplify the process of performing blood cell differentials in low volume laboratories. The system leverages high-speed robotics and digital imaging to automatically locate and capture high quality images of cells. It allows both stand-alone and networked installation.
When used in a small satellite site in a health network the CellaVision DC-1 allows the process and review of blood smears locally and remotely, as well as improving collaboration with colleagues and morphology experts at other sites.
- Reduces review time for differentials to make more efficient use of experienced morphologists' skills
- Standardizes differential results by automating cell location and pre-classification
- Enables the utilization of skills across the entire organization through real-time collaboration and centrally stored images
- Supports skill expansion via a comprehensive reference library and historical patient images and comments
- Improves ergonomics by reducing the neck, wrist, and eye fatigue associated with traditional microscopy
Features & Benefits
With the Practical Automation capabilities afforded by the CellaVision® DC-1 Digital Cell Morphology System, you can eliminate the majority of manual steps commonly performed in blood cell differentials for maximum speed and productivity. The CellaVision DC-1 system enables this by automatically locating cells on a stained peripheral blood smear, then pre-classifying, storing, and presenting the data for confirmation by a technologist.
Automate blood cell differentials
- Automatic differential count on peripheral blood smear
- Pre-classification and grouping of similar white blood cells into 17 distinct cell classes
- Pre-characterization of red blood cells for polychromasia, hypochromasia, aniso-, micro-, and macrocytosis, and poikilocytosis
- Platelet estimation
- High-quality images to detect cell inclusions
Streamline cell image analysis
- View of all cells within a specific cell class
- Comparison of different cell classes on a single screen
- Magnification of individual cells for detailed analysis
- Software that enables the comparison of individual cells with user-defined reference cells
Increase proficiency, efficiency, and ease of use
- Digital slide creation for future education and assessment
- Improved ergonomics versus traditional microscopes
Enhance networking and collaboration
- Bi-directional LIS support
- Ability to share a database with other CellaVision analysers
- Real-time, remote access to slide data from anywhere within the network
The CellaVision DC-1 system also integrates seamlessly with your existing Siemens haematology investments, including:
- ADVIA® 2120i Haematology System
- ADVIA AutoSlide Slide Maker
- ADVIA CentraLink® Data Management System
Leverage optional components for enhanced capabilities
CellaVision Remote Review Software
- Analyze, reclassify, and sign slides from a remote location
- Request second opinions and collaborate within and across hospitals
- Compare new cell images with patient’s historical images in real time
CellaVision Proficiency Online Module*
- Develop a program for education and competency testing of manual blood cell differentials
- Standardize differential results, and assess, track, and document proficiency
- Benchmark to a morphology expert
Technical Specifications
System Components
- Slide Scanning Unit with integrated PC and Windows 10 embedded
- CellaVision® DM Software
Slide Preparation Methods (wedged)
- Automated slide maker and stainers
- Hemaprep® Automated Blood Smearing Instruments
- Manual smears
Slide Handling
- Accepts slides with ground edges, clipped, round or square corners
- Order ID for slides entered either manually or using an optional barcode reader
- Slides are loaded one slide at a time
- Analyses slides with blood smears
Stains
- Romanowsky stains (May Grünwald Giemsa, Wright Giemsa, Wright)
Throughput†
NOTE: Processing time may vary depending on the smear quality, WBC concentration and number of non-WBCs
- Up to 10 slides/h for complete differential (100 WBC+RBC+PLT)
Storage Capacity
- Primary storage: On local hard drive up to 1,500 slides (20 GB)
- Secondary storage: Unlimited when transferred to external storage media
Weight and Dimensions
- Weight 11 kg / 24 lbs
- Height 370 mm / 14,6 in
- Width 280 mm / 11,0 in
- Depth 390 mm / 15,4 in
Optional Software/Applications
- CellaVision Remote Review Software
- CellaVision Server Software
- CellaVision Proficiency Software
- CellaVision Dashboard
Accessories
- Immersion Oil
- Barcode-labelled slide magazines
- QC barcode labels
- Label printer kit
†Dependent on WBC concentration, number of non-WBCs and the quality of the smear.