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A Getting Started
Introduction
The IDEXX SNAPshot Dx* Analyzer is an assay reader designed for use with certain IDEXX SNAP*
consumables, such as SNAP* Total T
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and SNAP* 4Dx* Plus Tests. By using the SNAPshot Dx
Analyzer, you can keep a record of your patient’s SNAP test history as well as add tests to an
existing patient’s record.
The analyzer’s touch-screen interface provides easy-to-follow instructions to help you navigate the
system, specify testing information, and more.
The SNAPshot Dx Analyzer is for veterinary use only.
IDEXX VetLab* Station Connectivity
The SNAPshot Dx Analyzer is part of the IDEXX VetLab* suite of analyzers, all of which connect
to the IDEXX VetLab Station (IDEXX’s laboratory information management system). Connecting
multiple analyzers to the IDEXX VetLab Station allows you to view a comprehensive picture of
your patient’s health, with the ability to view test results from multiple analyzers on a single report,
determine disease progression with parameter-trending capabilities, and more.
By connecting the SNAPshot Dx Analyzer to the IDEXX VetLab Station, you can:
• Automatically review patients’ prior results on every printout for easy comparison.
• Improve client communications with illustrated diagnostic or treatment progress printouts.
• Link to expert descriptions and common causes of abnormal values.
• Print information to help explain the significance of results to your clients.
• Allow new staff to train independently.
• View educational on-screen guides and videos, such as how to properly prepare a plasma
sample.
• Learn proper protocols and tips for best techniques.
How It Works
The SNAPshot Dx Analyzer is a digital imaging system
that records and interprets the colorimetric response
of enzymes immobilized on the surface of a SNAP test.
During operation, the analyzer records digital images of
each SNAP device and uses test-specific algorithms to
calculate the results. All SNAP tests that are loaded into
the SNAPshot Dx Analyzer must have a bar code on the
top of the device so that the analyzer can confirm the
SNAP test type.
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