Beckman Coulter Diagnostics’ DxC 500i Clinical Analyzer received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The DxC 500i combines advanced technology with an intuitive user interface, ensuring that laboratories of all sizes can meet the growing demands of modern healthcare. With throughput of up to 800 clinical chemistry tests per hour and 100 immunoassay tests per hour, this analyzer delivers precise and reliable results critical for timely clinical decision-making.
Healthcare systems around the world and specifically in the United States are strategically adopting networked laboratory operational models for better efficiency and patient access. Approximately 45% of clinical laboratories in the United States—a total of more than 11,000 labs—are associated with an Integrated Delivery Network (IDN). IDNs are organizations that provide a coordinated range of healthcare services, including diagnostic testing allowing for better resource management, standardized practices, and enhanced quality of care.
The DxC 500i Clinical Analyzer also features FlexMode operations, prioritizing immunoassay and chemistry testing according to each sample's urgency. The new dynamic sample handler manages repeats and re-runs without operator intervention and pulls in a new sample rack as soon as the previous rack is offloaded, optimizing rapid throughput in a compact footprint. Of equal importance, the DxC 500i Analyzer's intuitive interface supports even the newest users through proactive task indicators with step-by-step instructions, simplifying staff onboarding and training.