Abbott AxSYM explained

The Abbott AxSYM is an immunochemical automated analyzer made by Abbott Laboratories. It is used for serology tests and therapeutic drug monitoring, and uses antibodies to alter the deflection of polarized light. It can also be used to monitor hormone level and some cardiac markers such as troponin.^{[1] [2]} __TOC__

Appearance and use

Blood samples and reagents are placed in separate carousels on the right of the machine. This instrument is used in medical laboratories by trained medical personnel. It can process about 100 samples an hour.^[3]

Further reading

• Evaluation of the Abbott AxSYM Immunoassay Analyser - Agnes D'Souza, M. J. Wheeler, Great Britain. Medical Devices Agency
• (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate Compared to Folic Acid Supplementation: Effect ... - Yvonne Lamers
• Natriuretic Peptides: The Hormones of the Heart
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Notes and References

1. Book: Lamers. von Yvonne. (6S)-5-methyltetrahydrofolate compared to folic acid supplementation effect on risk markers of neural tube defects. 2005. Cuvillier. Göttingen. 9783865377562. 35–36. 1. Aufl..
2. Book: Evaluation of the Abbott AxSYM immunoassay analyser.. 1996. Medical Devices Agency. 9781858395388.
3. Smith. J. Osikowicz. G. Abbott AxSYM random and continuous access immunoassay system for improved workflow in the clinical laboratory.. Clinical Chemistry. October 1993. 39. 10. 2063–9. 10.1093/clinchem/39.10.2063. 7691438.