CardioChek® Professional Analyser
Product Code: BIOP101
The CardioChek PA test system can accurately determine Total Cholesterol, HDL Cholesterol, Triglycerides, LDL Cholesterol (calc.), TC/HDL (calc.), glucose and several combinations of these parameters in as little as 90 seconds, at the point of care. This portable and cost-efficient device uses the same technology as clinical laboratories and only requires a small blood sample from a simple fingerstick.
The CardioChek® Professional Analyser (PA) is an easy to use Point of Care system ideal for multiple clinical settings. Reviewed in 2009 by the NHS Centre for Evidence-based Purchasing and recently by the Heart UK Lab Committee, the CardioChek PA System is now the market leader in the Point of Care Lipid testing arena. There are currently over 9000 devices with the majority being used in the NHS Health Checks program. The portable device is battery operated, compact and easily stored.
Important notes
In-vitro use only
To be used by trained healthcare professionals only
The CardioChek® PA test system is intended to be used as a screening tool to aid the management of Cardiovascular and related diseases.
Incredibly Versatile
There is a range of analyte test panels that can be used with the CardioChek® PA test system. This includes Total Cholesterol (TC), High Density Lipid (HDL), Triglycerides, and Glucose (mmol/L). In addition, the CardioChek® PA test system can also calculate LDL and Cholesterol/HDL Ratios. Only a small blood sample is required (15 – 40 µL). Results are delivered in 90 seconds, so they can be discussed within the consultation, therefore saving time and removing the need for follow-up appointments.
Recognised
In the UK the CCPA system is CE-marked for Professional use, accepted by HEART UK and is considered suitable for the NHS Health Checks program (CEP Report 2009). In the USA it is certified by the Cholesterol Reference Method Laboratory Network (CRMLN) and National.
How to Perform Patient Testing
Daily Optics (Grey Check Strip) Test
Internal Quality Control Check (IQC Test)
External Quality Assurance (EQA) Test
Test Kit Includes:
- CardioChek Professional Analyser
- AAA batteries (2)
- Carrier Case
Test strips and Internal Quality control Solutions are sold separately
Optional:
- Printer
- CardioChek Link Software to assist in data reporting
Tests Available
Single Analyte
- Total Cholesterol (TC)
- High Density Lipid Cholesterol (HDL)
- Triglycerides
- Glucose
Dual Analyte
- Total Cholesterol (TC) + Glucose
- Total Cholesterol (TC) + High Density Lipid Cholesterol (HDL)
Multi Analyte
- Total Cholesterol (TC) + High Density Lipid Cholesterol (HDL) + Glucose
- Full Lipid Profile (TC/HDL/ Triglycerides/ TC: HDL Ratio/LDL)
Sample Type
- Capillary whole blood from the fingertip, or venous whole blood
Type of Measurement
- Quantitative (mmol/L)
Sample size/volume
- 15-40 µL
Testing Time
- 90 seconds
Internal Quality Control
- Multi-Chemistry Control Solution
- HDL Cholesterol Control Solution
Storage
- 10 – 40 °C
Operating Temperature
- 20 – 30 °C
User Guide
Technical Bulletins
- Understand the Impact of Design and Analytical Errors in POC Testing Research
- Clinical Comparison of Point-of-Care and Conventional Laboratory for Lipid Panel Testing
- Cholesterol Reference Method Laboratory Network (CRMLN) Overview
- Variations in Lipid Values
Posters
General Information
Protocols
- CLSI Procedure: CardioChek® PA Test System/ PTS PANELS® Lipid Panel Test Strips
- Lipid Evaluation Protocol – Bias Plus Precision – Comparisons to a reference laboratory including an alternative point-of-care device
- Lipid Evaluation Protocol – Bias Plus Precision – Comparisons to a reference laboratory
Evaluations
Proficiency Testing & Calibration Verification
- Customer Notification: Proficiency Testing 2018
- PTS Diagnostics Proficiency Testing Overview & FAQ
- Customer Bulletin: Calibration Verification Kit Available for CardioChek Professional Analyzers
- Calibration Verification Kit Overview
