The cobas c311 is a fully automated, standalone clinical chemistry analyzer with a maximum throughput of 300 tests per hour for photometry and 450 tests per hour for ISE tests. Its key features include a wide range of assays (photometric and ISE), support for multiple sample types (serum, plasma, urine, CSF, whole blood, and hemolysate), and automated features like sample rerun and dilution. It also has test integrity measures, a capacity for 45 reagents, and is designed for use in clinical, hospital, and reference lab environments.

Key Features

• Throughput: Up to 300 photometric tests per hour and up to 450 ISE tests per hour.

• Assay types: Performs both qualitative and quantitative analysis, including clinical chemistry, ion-selective electrode (ISE) testing, and HbA1c with whole blood.

• Sample compatibility: Accepts a variety of sample types, including serum, plasma, urine, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), whole blood, and hemolysate.

• Automation: Includes automated sample rerun and dilution, as well as additional sample loading during operation.

• Test integrity: Features like contact-free ultrasonic mixing, determination of three serum indices (lipemic, hemolytic, icteric), and sample clot detection help ensure accurate results.

• Reagents: Has up to 45 reagent positions (42 cassette positions and 3 channels for ISE) and uses barcoded reagent packs.

• Software: Features integrated software for streamlined operation and data management.

• Connectivity: Includes an RS-232 serial interface.

• Design: Compact and suitable for standalone operation or integration into larger lab systems.