1-2 General Information
1.1 Introduction
The VetScan HM5 hematology analyzer is a compact, fully automated cell counter for in-vitro diagnos-
tic use in veterinary clinics, research laboratories, universities, and pharmaceutical/biotech companies.
The VetScan HM5 can process 16–20 samples per hour, and is designed to determine the following 24
hematology parameters from 50 µl (2 x 25 µl) of whole blood:
WBC, LYM#, MON#, NEU#, EOS#, BAS#
LYM%, MON%, NEU%, EOS%, BAS%
HGB, RBC, HCT, MCV, RDWc, MCH, MCHC, RDWs
PLT, MPV, PCT, PDWc, PDWs
The VetScan HM5 is calibrated to analyze multiple veterinary species. Further species may periodi-
cally be added through a free software upgrade.
The VetScan HM5 system features the following components:
The HM5 hematology analyzer itself, with a touchscreen interface and optimized soft-
ware
A reagent pack, including five individually-bottled solutions: Diluent, Lyse, Lyse 2,
Cleaner, and Rinse
The HM5 provides multiple user-friendly features:
Rapid CBC analyses, with full five-part differentials
A database for up to 5000 records, with USB drive backup capability
Automated on-screen reminders, and illustrated instructions to simplify routine mainte-
nance tasks
Quick reagent pack change method
For added convenience, the VetScan HM5 can be connected to a VetScan VS2 Chemistry Analyzer and
an external printer, so that results from both instruments can be consolidated and printed on a single,
standard-size page.
The VetScan HM5 can also be connected to a compatible Veterinary Practice Management Software
system. For a list of these systems, visit http://www.abaxis.com.
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