Refurbished Roche Cobas 6000 C501

The Roche Cobas 6000 C501 is a modular, fully automated random-access clinical chemistry analyzer, designed for medium-to-large laboratories. It integrates photometric and ion-selective electrode (ISE) technologies to deliver high throughput, precision, and flexibility for routine, STAT, and specialized biochemical testing. Below is a detailed breakdown of its core features and specifications:

Core Performance

• Testing Throughput: Up to 1,000 tests per hour (T/H) for combined photometric and ISE testing.
• Test Menu: Over 130 assays and applications, including 3 ISE determinations (Na+, K+, Cl-), 3 serum indices, enzymes, metabolites, electrolytes, HbA1c (whole blood), and special markers.
• Sample Compatibility: Serum, plasma, whole blood, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), supernatant, and STAT samples with priority processing.

Key Systems & Technology

1. Sampling & Reagent Management

• Sample Volume: 1 μL–35 μL, supporting automated dilution and rerun.
• Reagent Capacity: 60 positions with 24/7 refrigeration; cobas c packs for error-free handling and economic usage.
• Smart Sampling: Liquid level detection, clot detection, contact-free ultrasonic mixing, and STAT sample priority handling.
  2. Optical & Reaction System
• Optical Design: Multi-wavelength photometric system (340–800 nm) with bichromatic analysis, minimizing stray light and ensuring accurate measurements.
• ISE Module: Integrated for rapid electrolyte testing with low sample volume and maintenance.
• Reaction Control: Temperature stability at 37±0.1°C; reaction times 3–22 minutes (per test); up to 4 reagents per assay.
  3. Workflow & Usability
• OS & Interface: Intuitive Windows-based interface with result prediction, online help, operator ID management, and batch processing.
• Data Integration: Bidirectional LIS connectivity, real-time result transmission, and audit trails for compliance.
• Reliability: Automated maintenance functions minimize downtime; carryover-free disposable tips and assay cups ensure result integrity.

Applications

Ideal for high-volume routine testing (liver/kidney function, glucose, lipids, enzymes), emergency STAT analysis, electrolyte testing, and HbA1c monitoring, the Cobas 6000 C501 delivers consistent accuracy while optimizing reagent costs and lab efficiency.