Sysmex launches the UF-1500 fully automated urine particle analyzer

Sysmex Europe has recently launched the UF-1500 Fully Automated Urine Particle Analyzer, a new product for use in particle analysis. The UF-1500 maintains the same high levels of functionality, and usability, by using the same advanced fluorescence flow cytometry technology of the UF-5000, while achieving great reductions in footprint (approximately 50%).

The expansion of the product line-up enables the delivery of a wider range of solutions tailored to the customer’s environment and contributes to the streamlining and standardization of urine testing at small and medium-sized facilities.

Urine particle analysis is an important test used to diagnose renal and urinary tract disorders. This test is conducted by classifying and measuring particles formed in urine, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, and bacteria.

In response to the growing need for streamlining laboratory work and standardizing testing operations, there has been an increasing trend to shift to fully automated testing systems. Small and medium-sized facilities, and clinics, among others, have looked to automate their urinalysis testing, using compact testing systems with high levels of performance and ease of use.

The UF-1500 supports connectivity to the Sysmex UC-3500 urine chemistry analyzers, and meets the demand for a fully automated urinalysis workstation for back-up and satellite systems for large facilities that have previously installed the Sysmex UN-Series.