Cascade M & Cascade M-4 Hemostasis
Coagulation Analyzers
Discovery Diagnostics, Canadian distributor for Helena Laboratories
Cascade M & Cascade M4 Hemostasis Coagulation Analyzers
for clotting assays - PTs, aPTTs, thrombins, fibrinogens and
factor assays
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Cascade M and
Cascade M-4 are manual hemostasis coagulation analyzers that
are ideal for all routine clotting assays - PTs, aPTTs, thrombins,
fibrinogens and factor assays. Designed for easy, inexpensive,
low-volume testing, these analyzers are small in size but
big on features, offering you many time and labor saving benefits.
Operation is simple and economical.
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Easy-to-Use Keypad, On-Screen
Prompts - All tests are clearly enumerated on the keypad
for fast, easy test selection - there's no guess work caused
by "hidden" function keys. Computer prompts appear
on the screen to conveniently step the user through testing.
Default settings are preprogrammed but can easily be changed,
if desired. (Instructions for changing parameters are provided).
State-of-the-Art Photo Optics
- Independent photo-optic detection sources (two for Cascade
M, four for Cascade M-4) read all samples, regardless of turbidity.
Samples can be read in duplicate or in single. An electronic
pipettor ensures accurate timing without operator delays.
Computerized Features, On-board
Quality Control - Cascade M and M-4 store standard curves,
calculate patient results, INRs and aPTT ratios. Quality control
tasks are easy because Cascade M and M-4 can calculate mean,
SD and CV, plus plot and print Levy-Jennings QC charts.
Compact, Lightweight -
With benchtop footprints smaller than 15" wide by 15"
deep and weights of approximately 20 pounds, Cascade M and
M-4 are sized to fit any lab. Compact size, dependability
and versatility make Cascade M and M-4 excellent choices as
primary analyzers for smaller laboratories or as backup units
for larger coagulation analyzers.
Cascade M and M-4 store and print fibrinogen standard
curves.
Printout includes date, clot times, average, and mg/dL values.
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| Tests: |
PT, aPTT, Fibrinogen,
Thrombin Clotting Time, Factor Assays. |
| Sample Size: |
50µL, 100µL,
200µL. |
| Optics System: |
Constant current LED
photo optic detection. |
| Channels: |
2 for Cascade
M; 4 for Cascade M-4 |
| Temperature Control: |
37°C ± 0.5°C.
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| Electronic Pipettor |
50, 100, 200 µL.
Pipettor automatically starts timer.
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| Special Features: |
Stores standard curves;
calculates final results for fibrinogens and factor assays.
Calculates INRs and aPTT ratios. On-screen prompts for
test instructions. LIS interfacing (Cascade M-4) |
| Quality Control Features:
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Calculates mean, SD,
and CV. Plots Levy-Jennings charts. |
| Display: |
Fluorescent LCD. Cascade
M: 4 lines x 40 characters. Cascade M-4: 6 lines x 40
characters. |
| Printer: |
Accommodates 4 1/2"
thermal paper. Reports include date, time, INR, average,
technician and patient ID. Prints QC and standard curves.
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| Power Requirements |
110/220 Vac, 50/60 Hz,
100 Watts max |
| Operating Environment: |
Room temperature. |
Dimensions:
Cascade M
Cascade M-4: |
8 1/2" H x 14" W x 13" D (22 cm H x 35
cm W x 33 cm D)
8" H x 15" W x 14" D (20 cm H x 38 cm W
x 35 cm D). |
Weight:
Cascade M:
Cascade M-4: |
Weight:
20 lbs. (9 kg).
21 lbs. (9.5 kg). |
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Cascade®
M and Cascade® M-4
Manual Coagulation Analyzers |
| Cat. No. |
Item |
| 1710 |
Cascade M, 2-channel analyzer,
4-line screen, 110V/220V |
| 1711 |
Cascade M-4, 4-channel analyzer,
6-line screen, 110V/220V |
| 1194 |
Comprehensive Replacement Agreement
for Cascade M |
| 1195 |
Comprehensive Replacement Agreement
for Cascade M-4 |
| 9164 |
Service Manual for Cascade M |
| 9167 |
Service Manual for Cascade M-4 |
| Cascade
M & Cascade M-4 Accessories
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| Cat. No. |
Item |
| 1718 |
Cascade M / M-4 Cuvettes, 5
x 100/pkg |
| 1720 |
Cascade M / M-4 Printer Paper,
5 rolls |
| 1475 |
Disposable Pipette Tips (50-200
mL), 1000/pkg |
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