VetTest Chemistry Analyzer
Trusted by 30,000 veterinarians worldwide
The IDEXX VetTest Chemistry Analyzer—A favorite for flexibility, accuracy and ease of use.
Get the most accurate results available with IDEXX dry-slide technology.
Customize your testing with a completely flexible test menu: 26 different parameters, 7 prepackaged panels and 39 species- and age-specific reference ranges.
Get results in 8 minutes with plasma and provide clients with immediate answers during their visit.
The VetTest analyzer connects to the IDEXX VetLab Station
, a laboratory information management system that collects all results into an electronic medical record and prints them on an integrated report for easy interpretation.
Choose the best profile for each patient
Benefits
Fast, flexible testing for real-time care
The IDEXX VetTest Chemistry Analyzer provides trusted chemistry results in minutes.
- IDEXX dry-slide technology—Unique layers provide accurate results even on samples compromised by icterus, hemolysis or lipemia.
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Flexible test menu—
26 different parameters, 7 prepackaged panels
Flexible, customized testing, easy rechecks and quick adjustments for drug therapies
39 species- and age-specific reference ranges
Technology
Proven and Trusted IDEXX Dry-Slide Technology
Nearly 75% of blood samples in veterinary medicine can be affected by interfering substances. Dry-slide technology uses layers and washes to remove impurities for the most reliable results.
Dry-slide technology ensures that even compromised samples produce accurate results.
Patient sample
is applied to the top of the spreading layer
Spreading layer
Sample is distributed evenly
Filtering layer
Filters out substances that interfere with results
Reagent layer
Reagent reacts with sample
Indicator layer
Reacted sample collects for spectral analysis
Support layer
Optical interface
View the dry-slide animation:
Specifications
| Species | 18 supported: canine, feline, equine, bovine, avian, ferret, goat, lizard, llama, monkey, mouse, pig, rabbit, rat, sea turtle, sheep, snake and tortoise |
| Units | U.S., French or S.I. units. |
| Sample Size | The VetTest Chemistry Analyzer requires a minimum of 40 μL of sample to run one test plus 10 μL for each additional test. |
| Result Timing | The VetTest analyzer takes approximately 6 minutes to completely process a patient specimen, report complete results and become ready for the next specimen. |
| Reagent Slides | Available in a selection of individual chemistries, seven prepackaged panels and a UPC Ratio. Slides are supplied in boxes and are packaged individually in sealed foils. |
| Calibration | Performed at IDEXX. Lot-specific information is provided with each free software upgrade. |
| Quality Control | VetTrol quality control fluid for blood chemistries and UCRE slides. UPRO controls for UPRO slides. |
| Technology | Proven dry-slide technology |
| Power Supply | Universal power supply |
| Interface Ports | RS232 port for connection to the IDEXX VetLab Station and practice information management systems |
| Operating Temperature | 19º–27ºC (66º–81ºF) and 30%–50% relative humidity |
| Software | Specified to incorporate selectable Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish interfaces. |
| Dimensions | Width: 18.4 inches (46.5 cm) Depth: 14.3 inches (36.0 cm) Height: 7.9 inches (20.0 cm) Height including pipette: 9.7 inches (24.5 cm) |
| Net Weight | 31 lb (14 kg) |
| Accessories | Color printer, Keyboard XT 1.0, Keyboard AT 2.0, Keyboard drawer, VetTest pipette, VetCom box, Slides |
Test Menu
Complete testing flexibility
With the VetTest Chemistry Analyzer you can:
- Use convenient prepackaged panels
- Choose single slides
- Create customized panels
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Chemistry Panels (prepackaged)
Equine Health Profile
All the chemistries you need for equine testing in one convenient package.
ALB, ALKP, AST, BUN, Ca, CK, CREA, GGT, GLOB, GLU, LDH, TBIL, TP
Preanesthetic Panel
Ensure the safety of anesthetizing a patient with this convenient six-chemistry panel.
ALKP, ALT, BUN, CREA, GLU, TP
Diagnostic Health Profile
Use this profile to obtain a minimum database for your patients that allows you to monitor pancreatic health and differentiate certain types of liver disease.
ALB, ALKP, ALT, AMYL, BUN, Ca, CREA, GGT, GLU, LIPA, TBIL, TP, GLOB
Urine P:C Ratio
Detect and quantify proteinuria and diagnose early renal disease before an animal becomes azotemic. (To be used with IDEXX Urine P:C Ratio Sample Preparation Kit.)
UCRE, UPRO
General Health Profile
The most comprehensive profile for use in establishing baselines, screening senior pets, wellness exams and evaluating sick animals.
ALB, ALKP, ALT, AMYL, BUN, Ca, CHOL, CREA, GLOB, GLU, PHOS, TBIL, TP
NSAID Monitoring Panel
Five targeted tests recommended for monitoring patients receiving NSAID therapy.
ALKP, ALT, AST, BUN, CREA
Avian Health Profile
Diagnose diseases for a wide range of avian species; run the entire profile or just the single slides you need.
ALB, AST, Ca, GLOB, GLU, TP, URIC
Quality Control Panel
A four-month supply of all the chemistries needed for a comprehensive quality-control procedure.
26 parameters
Easily do rechecks, monitor patients and create custom panels with single slide parameters.
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ALB |
CHOL |
LDH |
TRIG |
| ALKP | CK | LIPA | UCREA† |
| ALT | CREA | Mg | UPC*† |
| AMYL | GGT | NH3 | UPRO† |
| AST | GLOB* | PHOS | URIC |
| BUN | GLU | TBIL | |
| Ca | LAC | TP |
How To / Resources
Real-time results in as little as 8 minutes
Running a test on the VetTest analyzer:
- Prepare your plasma or serum sample.
- Select patient information.
- Insert slides at prompt.
- Follow the "beep" prompts for pipetting.
- The VetTest analyzer finishes the testing process and automatically downloads results to the electronic medical record.
For complete instructions, consult the operator’s guide.
User-friendly on-screen instructions and prompts make the VetTest Chemistry Analyzer fast and easy to use.
We recommend using a lithium-heparin tube with a gel barrier. Separate plasma from red cells within five minutes when using lithium-heparin.
- Use the appropriate tube. Do not use EDTA.
- Use the appropriate sample collection device.
- Draw the sample gently. Transfer if necessary.* Use the correct blood-to-lithium-heparin ratio.
- Gently invert the sample for 30 seconds to mix.
- Centrifuge the samples at least 120 seconds at a minimum of 12,000 Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF). Refer to your centrifuge operator's manual for centrifugation settings and times.
- Transfer the plasma sample to a sample cup.
- Use the appropriate tube.
- Use the appropriate sample collection device.
- Draw the sample gently. Transfer if necessary.*
- Let the sample clot for a minimum of 20 minutes.
- Centrifuge the samples at least 120 seconds at a minimum of 12,000 Relative Centrifugal Force (RCF). Refer to your centrifuge operator's manual for centrifugation settings and times.
- Transfer the plasma sample to a sample cup.
Resource List
Educational Partner
IDEXX is an Educational Partner of the American Association of Equine Practitioners
IDEXX Learning Center
*When using an evacuated tube, such as a Vacutainer™ tube, allow the sample to draw naturally into the tube by vacuum
*Calculated
†Available in Urine P:C Ratio