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LONDON, Jan. 27, 2020, /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/--

Many laboratories experience difficulties when using ion-selective electrode

(ISE) analysers with traditional electrodes, as the electrodes must be replaced

periodically. Failing electrodes can give erroneous results, interrupt

workflows and are expensive to replace.

To address this problem, Erba Mannheim launches EC 90, a new electrolyte

analyser with maintenance-free electrodes in an all-in-one sensor cartridge,

aimed at labs of all sizes. The EC 90 directly measures Na+, Cl-, K+ and Ca2+

from whole blood, plasma, serum and pre-diluted urine using a sensor

incorporating thick film technology.

A "plug and play" sensor cartridge is integrated into a new reagent pack

capable of performing up to 3,000 samples, with a market leading on-board

lifetime of 3 months. No maintenance or cleaning of the pack is required, and

waste is self-contained. The EC 90 can analyse samples in 35 seconds, with a

typical throughput of 90 samples/hour, and has 35 microliters and 70

microliters sample volume measuring modes. Results can be given with a

resolution of 0.1mmol/L for Na[+] and Cl-, 0.01mmol/L for K[+] and Ca[2+] and

are reproducible with CV< 1%.

Small and lightweight (337 x 273 x 422mm, <8kg), with an 8.5" colour

touchscreen display, LIS connectivity, automatic calibration, two USB ports,

on-board 24 column thermal printer and a serial port.

"We are delighted to launch the new EC 90 analyser at MEDLAB Middle East," says

Dimitris Giantzoudis, Global Product Manager for Clinical Chemistry. "Our R&D

team has huge experience in thick film electrode design, so we are confident

about system robustness in labs and point of care environments."

Nikhil Vazirani, MD of Erba Mannheim, added: "We believe this is a game-changer

for labs seeking fast, high quality electrolyte measurements in a stand-alone

format at an affordable price. Because it offers superior accuracy and cost

effectiveness, we are already integrating this approach into our range of fully

automatic clinical chemistry analysers to offer the same high-performance

electrolyte measurements next year."

The EC 90 will be launched on February 3rd at the MEDLAB Middle East trade fair

(Z4.B10, Hall 4) More details can be found at

https://electrolyte-analyser-ec90.erbamannheim.com/. 

About Erba Mannheim:

Erba Mannheim is a global company focused on delivering innovative, affordable,

total lab automation. Operating and providing clinical diagnostic products in

over 100 countries.

To learn more about Erba Mannheim visit: www.erbamannheim.com.

Contact:

Arlene Hooper

Global Marketing Communications Manager

Erba Corporate Services Ltd

GW1 Great West House

Great West Road

London TW8 9DF UK

Mobile: +44-(0)-749-4208-556

Email: a.hooper@erbamannheim.com

SOURCE: Erba Mannheim