DCA Vantage Analyzer
Drive diabetic patient compliance with trusted, clinically proven results
The DCA Vantage Analyzer is a point-of-care system that helps you monitor glycemic control and detect early kidney disease.
- CLIA-waived HbA1c test that is IFCC and NGSP-certified
- 1µl finger stick without fasting – HbA1c results in 6 minutes
- Random urine sample provides A:C ratio in 7 minutes
- Requires no sample or reagent preparation prior to testing
- New 2-D bar-code scanner — for the DCA Vantage® Analyzer and CLINIITEK Status® Connect System
DCA Vantage Analyzer
New 2-D barcode scanner.
Actionable results in 7 minutes or less
*Not available in the US
Easy to use in the office or clinic
Robust technology delivers proven performance
Manage diabetes testing in decentralized settings
Features & Benefits
Monitor glycemic control and diabetes complications using an analyzer designed to make consultations easier. Fast, actionable test results enable you to determine the effectiveness of a treatment plan, make therapeutic adjustments with confidence, and be more certain whether patients are complying with your recommendations.
Monitor glycemic control
- HbA1c from a small (1 µL) whole blood sample in 6 minutes
- Flexible reporting of HbA1c% (NGSP, JDS, and Mono-S units) and IFCC (mmol/mol)
- HbA1c patient trending graphs can be viewed or printed
Detect early kidney disease
- Albumin, Creatinine, and Albumin-to-Creatinine (A:C) ratio from a urine specimen in 7 minutes to report a quantitative protein status with automatic creatinine adjustment
- Onboard GFR calculator indexes kidney function
Improve workflow in the office or clinic
- Self-contained cartridges facilitate easy, walkaway operation after sample loading
- No sample or reagent preparation required
- Bar-code scanner for safer and faster patient/operator ID entry
- Review results on-screen or generate a hard copy report to minimize transcription errors in the office
- Convenient local storage of up to 4,000 onboard records with powerful sorting capabilities
- Automatically upload results to a PC via a USB flash drive to reduce manual logging and save time
- Minimal maintenance requirements with automatic reminders to alert you when maintenance is due
Simplify management of diabetes testing in decentralized settings
- Customizable security access modes support up to 1,000 operators, protect patient information, and prevent operation by unauthorized users
- POCT1-A2 communication protocol streamlines data transfer for easy connectivity and fast, two-way communication to LIS/HIS, RAPIDComm® System, or other third-party POC data management systems
- Automatically upload results and QC information to LIS/HIS to reduce manual logging and save time
- Take testing oversight to the next level with RAPIDComm Data Management System to remotely manage multiple analyzers and operators to enhance compliance and improve risk management. POC coordinators can standardize test procedures, enforce QC protocols, control access privileges, define operator recertification requirements, and more. Customized alerts, reports, and audit trails ensure peace of mind and simplify accreditation and inspections
Assays
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Albumin
Creatinine
Albumin-to-Creatinine (A:C) Ratio Results
Formulas for Calculated Results
% HbA1c = (HbA1c/Total Hemoglobin) x 100
GFR = 186 x (plasma creatinine mg/dL)-1.154 x (patient age years)-0.203 x (0.742 if female patient) x (1.210 if African American patient)
Formulas for Dual Reporting From IFCC to % HbA1c
NGSP = (0.09148 x IFCC) + 2.152
JDS = (0.09274 x IFCC) +1.724
Mono-S = (0.09890 x IFCC) + 0.884
Formulas for Dual Reporting From % HbA1c to IFCC mmol/mol
IFCC = (10.93 x NGSP) – 23.50
IFCC = (10.78 x JDS) – 18.59
IFCC = (10.11 x Mono-S) – 8.94
Technical Specifications
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| System Description | Point-of-care immunoassay analyzer |
| Quantitative Tests | Hemoglobin A1c (whole blood): Range: 2.5% to 14% (4mmol/mol to 130 mmol/mol) Microalbumin/Creatinine (urine): Single test reports all three results for: Albumin: 5 to 300 mg/L; Creatinine: 15 to 500 mg/dL (1.3 to 44.2 mmol/L); Albumin-to Creatinine Ratio: 1 to 2000 mg/g (0.11 to 226 mg/mmol) |
| Test Format | Self-contained immunoassay cartridges |
| Test Measurement | Automatic, optional transmission |
| Test Method | HbA1c: monoclonal antibody agglutination reaction Albumin: polyclonal goat anti-human albumin antiserum Creatinine: Benedict Behre chemical reaction |
| Time to Test Results | HbA1c - 6 minutes |
| A:C Ratio - 7 minutes |
| Test Handling | |
|---|---|
| Sample Volume | HbA1c - 1µL whole blood Microalbumin/Creatinine - 40µL urine |
| Sample Preparation | No pretreatment; no pipetting required |
| Sample ID/Operator ID Entry | Optional; via touch screen or bar code reader |
| Calibration | |
|---|---|
| Calibration | Lot-specific calibration card provides automatic calibration with every cartridge Traceable to International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC) reference materials and test methods for measurement of HbA1c |
| Onboard Computer | |
|---|---|
| Storage Capacity/Memory | 4000 patient and/or control records Up to 1,000 operator IDs |
| Display | Color touch screen with 1/4 VGA resolution |
| Data Export | Via USB flash drive to PC or direct to LIS/HIS or data manager, if interfaced |
| Quality Control/Compliance | |
|---|---|
| Flexible QC Scheduling | None, Automatic Reminders or Required |
| QC Testing | Optional lockout if schedule not followed or QC fails |
| User/Operator Access | Restricted, if desired, to protect patient and QC data and prevent unauthorized use |
| Matching Lab Results/ Reference Method | Adjustable correlation to reference methods |
| Reference Ranges | User-definable reference ranges available for HbA1c |
| Computer/Peripheral Interfaces | |
|---|---|
| Serial Port | RS232, ASTM |
| Ethernet Connection | ASTM or POCT1-A2 |
| Bi-Directional Capabilities | ASTM: Remote computer can be set up to lock out patient tests POCT1-A2: Remote computer can be set up to lock out patient tests, and send operator list to analyzer |
| USB-Port | Standard USB 2.0 |
| External Bar Code Reader (optional) | Serial (9 pin) |
| Onboard Printer | 54 mm (2 in) width, thermal/label stock |
| External Printer | Supports standard PCL printer interface via USB port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.0 (h) x 11.5 (w) x 10.5 (d) inches 25.4 (h) x 28.7 (w) x 27.7 (d) cm |
| Weight | 3.88 kg (9.0 lb) |
| Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC; 50/60 Hz |
| Line Leakage Current | <0.3 mA in normal condition |
| Maximum Power Input | 70 VA; 30 watts |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 18°C to 30°C (64°F to 86°F) (Albumin) |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F); |
| Safety | TUV SUD with CB Scheme, CSA-C22.2, |
| EMC Emissions/Immunity | FCC 47: Part 15 (Class B), |
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