Sciteck’s solution to the antiquated method of dipstick urinalysis is a paradigm shift in how we think about the diagnostic value of urine. The AutoUA® system by Sciteck is a user-friendly, automated analyzing system for the quantitative analysis of twelve (12) analytes in human urine. The system includes tests for pH, Specific Gravity, Ketone bodies, blood (Hgb), leukocyte esterase (WBC), nitrite, micro-protein (total), glucose, bilirubin, urobilinogen, and creatinin
The first urinalysis was the beginning of laboratory medicine. References to the study of urine can be found in the pre-civilized drawings of cavemen and in Egyptian hieroglyphics such as the Edwin Smith Surgical Papyrus, The earl physicians lacked the sophisticated testing mechanisms now available, they were able to obtain basic diagnostic information. The evolution of urinalysis continues from ancient times to the dry chemistry methods (dipsticks) of yesterday to the automated liquid urinalysis system of today that can provide clinically significant values while saving time and money.
Over 30 analyzers have been validated and are available for use, ranging from small benchtop analyzers to large reference laboratory analyzers capable of assaying over 9,800 tests per hour. The AutoUA® system of reagents is compatible with Sciteck’s benchtop analyzer: the AUA450. This system will also run on the Olympus series instruments (including the AU480 and AU680), and various Beckman instruments, to name a few.
1.) Selectivity: Profile and panels for urinalysis can be selected and run in accordance with client preference thereby providing cost savings to the laboratory and customer.
2.) Clinically significant indices can be calculated from the date:
P/C Ratio (Protein / Creatinine ratio) is an expression of protein concentration relative to creatinine in untimed specimens is another way to avoid the necessity of collection of a 24-hour urine. Urinary protein/creatinine concentration ratios in excess of 3.5 usually indicate nephrotic range protein area.
3.) Volume requirements of less than 1.0 Ml.
4.) Sciteck will provide an analyzer that will meet the needs of your laboratory. Instruments are provided to you based on reagent purchase volumes and length of contract. The reagent system utilizes 11 to 13 slots on the auto-analyzer leaving approximately 17 empty reagent slots available for expansion of the AutoUA® SYSTEM AND YOUR USE FOR ESOTERIC TESTING, CHEMISTRY, DRUG SCREENING, ETC. In addition, at the end of the contract the instrument belongs to you.
