Automated urine testing systems, 5/15

May 2015—The diagnostics division of Siemens Healthcare announced the availability of two urine testing solutions for U.S. central laboratories—the Clinitek Novus Automated Urine Chemistry Analyzer and the Clinitek AUWi Pro Automated Urine Workstation.

The Clinitek Novus Analyzer uses dry-pad urine chemistry technology along with an easy-to-use urinalysis strip cassette test format to help laboratories produce reliable test results while maximizing productivity. As a standalone system with a full range of tests, the analyzer builds on the foundation of the Clinitek Atlas analyzer, simplifies routine analysis, and features a new digital imaging measurement system to improve results accuracy. Automatic entry of cassette lot numbers and expiration dates as well as new design elements, such as a tiltable color touchscreen, intuitive user interface, and customizable menu options, enhance ease of use. The system is FDA-cleared and available globally.

For labs seeking to further automate their urine testing workflow, the Clinitek AUWi Pro System with one-touch urinalysis testing enables integrated urine chemistry and sediment testing on a single platform for walkaway capability. The system combines the Clinitek Novus Analyzer with the Sysmex UF-1000i, a urine sediment analyzer featuring two reaction chambers for improved sensitivity to bacteria and more accurate sediment classification. Automatic verified results are reported directly to the laboratory information system. Available in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada.

Siemens Healthcare, 914-524-2844