CSF Quality Control
CSF Quality Control
The Randox Acusera cerebrospinal fluid quality control is designed for use in the routine monitoring of both accuracy and precision on a wide range of instruments. Assayed method specific target values and ranges are provided for 11 parameters including percentage total protein quoted for electrophoresis regions at Albumin, Alpha-1-Globulin, Alpha-2-Globulin, Beta Globulin and Gamma Globulin.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- Human based material
- Assayed target values provided for 11 parameters
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of 14 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSF Control Level 2 | 10 x 3ml | 11 | CF1500 | |
| CSF Control Level 3 | 10 x 3ml | 11 | CF1501 | |
Analytes
- Albumin (electrophoresis)*
- Alpha – 1- globulin (electrophoresis)*
- Alpha – 2- globulin (electrophoresis)*
- Beta- globulin (electrophoresis)*
- Chloride
- Gamma – globulin (electrophoresis)*
- Glucose
- Immunoglobulin G (IgG)
- Lactate
- Protein (Total)
- Sodium
*No claims are made regarding values or stability
Specific Protein Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Specific Protein quality control covers 26 serum proteins including immunoglobulins, complement proteins and inflammatory proteins. Designed for use in the routine monitoring of both accuracy and precision, assayed target values and ranges are provided for both immunoturbidimetric and nephelometric based methods. The liquid ready-to-use format is not only convenient and easy to use but eliminates the possibility of reconstitution errors.
Features & Benefits
- Liquid ready-to-use
- 100% human serum
- Assayed target values provided for 26 analytes
- Contains Total & Free Lambda Light Chains and Total Kappa Light chains
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Open vial stability of 30 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specific Protein Control Level 1 | 3 x 1 ml | 26 | PS2682 | |
| Specific Protein Control Level 2 | 3 x 1 ml | 26 | PS2683 | |
| Specific Protein Control Level 3 | 3 x 1 ml | 26 | PS2684 | |
| Specific Protein Control Level 1 | 6 x 3 ml | 26 | PS10221 | |
| Specific Protein Control Level 2 | 6 x 3 ml | 26 | PS10222 | |
| Specific Protein Control Level 3 | 6 x 3 ml | 26 | PS10223 | |
Analytes
- AFP
- Albumin
- a-1-Antitrypsin
- a-1-Acid Glycoprotein
- a-2-Macroglobulin
- ASO
- Anti-thrombin III
- b-2-Microglobulin
- Ceruloplasmin
- Complement C3
- Complement C4
- CRP
- Haptoglobin
- IgA
- IgE
- IgG
- IgM
- Kappa Light Chain
- Lambda Light Chain
- Lambda Light Chain (Free)*
- Prealbumin (Transthyretin)
- Serum Ferritin
- RF
- RBP
- Total Protein
- Transferrin
*Not for use in USA
Maternal Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Maternal quality control is the only commercially available control to cover all six analytes used during first and second trimester screening of Down syndrome and Spina Bifida. Assayed instrument specific target values and ranges are provided for AFP, β hCG, Inhibin A, PAPP-A, Total hCG and Unconjugated Estriol. The inclusion of Inhibin A and PAPP-A eliminates the need to purchase additional controls at extra expense.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed target values provided for 6 parameters
- Suitable for double, triple and quad screens
- Unconjugated Estriol present at clinically significant levels
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of 7 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal Control Level 1 | 3 x 1 ml | 6 | MSS5024 | |
| Maternal Control Level 2 | 3 x 1 ml | 6 | MSS5025 | |
| Maternal Control Level 3 | 3 x 1 ml | 6 | MSS5026 | |
Analytes
- AFP
- PAPP-A
- Free Beta hCG
- Total hCG
- Inhibin A
- Unconjugated Oestriol
Tumour Marker Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Tumour Marker quality control covers 15 cancer antigens and tumour markers making it ideal for even the most demanding laboratories. The inclusion of assayed, instrument specific target values enables effective monitoring of both accuracy and precision.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed instrument specific target values provided for 15 parameters
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of up to 14 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tumour Marker Control Level 2 | 3 x 2 ml | 15 | TU5002 | |
| Tumour Marker Control Level 3 | 3 x 2 ml | 15 | TU5003 | |
Analytes
- AFP
- Beta-2- Microglobulin
- CA 15-3
- CA 19-9
- CA 72-4
- CA 125
- Calcitonin
- CEA
- Cyfra 21-1
- Ferritin
- hCG
- Neuron Specific Enolase (NSE)
- PSA (Free)
- PSA (Total)
- Thyroglobulin
Immunoassay Speciality II Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Immunoassay Speciality II quality control is designed to complement our Immunoassay Premium and Premium Plus controls. Assayed, instrument specific target values and ranges are provided for 4 complex immunoassay parameters.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed target values provided for 4 parameters
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of up to 5 days at 2°C – 8°C and 4 weeks at -20°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immunoassay Speciality II Level 1 | 5 x 1ml | 4 | IAS3117 | |
| Immunoassay Speciality II Level 2 | 5 x 1ml | 4 | IAS3118 | |
| Immunoassay Speciality II Level 3 | 5 x 1ml | 4 | IAS3119 | |
Analytes
- Calcitonin
- Renin
- Gastrin
- Procalcitonin
Immunoassay Speciality I Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Immunoassay Speciality I quality control is a specialised control designed to complement our Immunoassay Premium and Premium Plus controls. Assayed, instrument specific target values and ranges are provided for 10 complex immunoassay parameters including Procalcitonin, Anti-TG, Anti-TPO and Vitamin D.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed target values provided for 10 parameters
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of up to 5 days at 2°C – 8°C and 4 weeks at -20°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immunoassay Speciality I Level 1 | 5 x 2ml | 10 | IAS3113 | |
| Immunoassay Speciality I Level 2 | 5 x 2ml | 10 | IAS3114 | |
| Immunoassay Speciality I Level 3 | 5 x 2ml | 10 | IAS3115 | |
Analytes
- 1-25-(OH)2-Vitamin D
- 25-OH-Vitamin D
- C-Peptide
- Insulin
- Insulin Like Growth Factor I
- Osteocalcin*
- Procalcitonin
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)
- Anti-Thyroglobulin (Anti-TG)
- Anti-Thyroperoxidase (Anti-TPO)
Immunoassay Premium Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Immunoassay Premium quality control covers a comprehensive range of 52 analytes including therapeutic drugs and hormones. Assayed instrument specific values are provided for up to 46 analytes making this control ideal for monitoring both accuracy and precision. Three levels of control are available with analytes present at clinically significant levels.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed target values provided for up to 46 analytes
- Stable to expiry date at 2ºC to 8ºC
- Reconstituted stability of 7 days at 2°C – 8°C or 4 weeks at -20°C
- Ultra low TSH levels in the level 1 control
- Ferritin and Vitamin B12 levels suitable for Anaemia monitoring
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immunoassay Premium Level 1 | 12 x 5ml | 52 | IA2638 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Level 2 | 12 x 5ml | 52 | IA2639 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Level 3 | 12 x 5ml | 52 | IA2640 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Tri-level | 4 x 3 x 5ml | 52 | IA2633 | |
Analytes
- ACTH
- Acetaminophen
- AFP
- Aldosterone
- Amikacin
- Androstenedione
- B2 Microglobulin
- CEA
- Carbamazepine
- C-Peptide
- hCG
- Cortisol
- DHEA-Sulphate
- Digoxin
- Estriol
- Ethosuximide
- Ferritin
- Folate
- Free T3
- Free T4
- FSH
- Gentamicin
- Growth Hormone
- IgE
- Insulin
- Leutinising Hormone
- Oestradiol
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)*
- Phenobarbital
- Phenytoin
- Progesterone
- Primidone
- Prolactin
- PSA (Free)
- PSA (Total)
- 17-OH-Progesterone
- Salicylate
- SHBG
- Testosterone
- Testosterone (free)*
- Theophylline
- Thyroglobulin
- Total T3
- Total T4
- Tobramycin
- TSH
- T Uptake
- Valproic Acid
- Vancomycin
- Vitamin B12
- 1-25-(OH)2 Vitamin D*
- 25-OH-Vitamin D
*no claims are made for the expected value or stability
Immunoassay Premium Plus Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Immunoassay Premium Plus quality control covers an impressive 54 analytes with assayed instrument specific target values and ranges provided for up to 51 analytes. The unique combination of routine tumour markers, therapeutic drugs and Vitamin D allows laboratories to dramatically reduce the number of controls required while ultimately keeping costs to a minimum. Three levels of control are available with analytes present at clinically significant levels.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- 100% human serum
- Assayed, instrument specific target values provided for up to 51 analytes
- Ferritin and Vitamin B12 levels suitable for anaemia monitoring
- Ultra low TSH levels in the level 1 control
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of up to 7 days at 2°C – 8°C or 4 weeks at -20°C
- Contains routinely run tumour markers: AFP/CA15-3/CA19-9/CA-125/CEA/PSA/Free-PSA
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immunoassay Premium Plus Level 1 | 12 x 5ml | 54 | IA3109 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Plus Level 2 | 12 x 5ml | 54 | IA3110 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Plus Level 3 | 12 x 5ml | 54 | IA3111 | |
| Immunoassay Premium Plus Tri-Level | 3 x 4 x 5ml | 54 | IA3112 | |
Analytes
- ACTH
- Aldosterone
- Amikacin
- Androstenedione
- B2 Microglobulin
- CA 15-3
- CA 19-9
- CA 125
- CEA
- Carbamazepine
- C peptide
- hCG
- Cortisol
- DHEA Sulphate
- Digoxin
- Estriol*
- Ethosuximide
- Ferritin
- Folate
- Free T3
- Free T4
- FSH
- Gentamicin
- Growth Hormone
- IgE
- Insulin
- Leutinising Hormone
- Oestradiol
- Paracetamol
- Parathyroid Hormone (PTH)*
- Phenobarbitone
- Phenytoin
- Progesterone
- Primidone
- Prolactin
- PSA (Free)
- PSA (Total)
- 17-OH-Progesterone
- Salicylate
- SHBG
- Testosterone
- Testosterone (free)*
- Theophylline
- Thyroglobulin
- Total T3
- Total T4
- Tobramycin
- TSH
- T Uptake
- Valproic Acid
- Vancomycin
- Vitamin B12
- 1-25-(OH)2 Vitamin D*
- 25-OH-Vitamin D
*no claims are made for the expected value or stability
G6PDH Quality Control
The Randox Acusera G6PDH control is designed specifically to monitor the accuracy and precision of G6PDH assays. Two levels of control are available covering both normal and deficient concentration ranges.
Features & Benefits
- Lyophilised for enhanced stability
- Stabilised red-cell haemolysate
- Assayed target values provided
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Reconstituted stability of 5 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G6PDH Control Deficient | 6 x 0.5 ml | 1 | PD2617 | |
| G6PDH Control Normal | 6 x 0.5 ml | 1 | PD2618 | |
Analytes
- G6PDH
Ammonia Ethanol Quality Control
The Randox Acusera Ammonia/Ethanol control is designed to monitor the accuracy and precision of Ammonia and Ethanol assays on a wide range of clinical chemistry analysers. The liquid ready-to-use format is convenient to use while an open vial stability of 30 days at 2°C – 8°C helps to keep waste and costs to a minimum.
Features & Benefits
- Liquid ready-to-use
- Aqueous material
- Assayed target values provided for both Ammonia and Ethanol
- Stable to expiry date at 2°C – 8°C
- Open vial stability of 30 days at 2°C – 8°C
| Description | Size | Analytes | Cat No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia/Ethanol Control Level 1 | 6 x 2ml | 2 | EA1366 | |
| Ammonia/Ethanol Control Level 2 | 6 x 2ml | 2 | EA1367 | |
| Ammonia/Ethanol Control Level 3 | 6 x 2ml | 2 | EA1368 | |
Analytes
- Ammonia
- Ethanol