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SQA IIC-P



 

The SQA IIC-P combines electro-optics and computer algorithms to calculate and report semen analysis results. The instrument is a straightforward and convenient tool for basic semen assessment and screening.

Features:

  • Reports basic semen analysis results in 45 seconds.
  • Runs undiluted fresh or washed semen samples.
  • Self testing, self calibrating.
  • Built-in printer generates a semen analysis report.
  • Disposable testing capillary.
SQA-V

Parameters tested:
Total Sperm Concentration (TSC)
Motility (a+b+c)
Rapid Progressive Motility (a)
Slow Progressive Motility (b)
Non-progressive Motility (c)
Immotility (d)
Calculated Normal Morphology
Motile Sperm Concentration (MSC)
Progressive Motile Sperm Concentration (PMSC)
Functional Sperm Concentration (FSC)
Sperm Motility Index (SMI)
Average Velocity
Total Sperm
Motile Sperm
Progressive Motile Sperm
Functional Sperm

The top of the Sperm Quality Analyzer line
Automatic results in 75 seconds
WHO semen parameters are reported in addition to derived and total/ejaculate parameters - all these SQA-V reported parameters result in a comprehensive semen analysis assessment
Automatically reads fresh, frozen, washed and post-vasectomy samples
On-screen visualization of the semen sample on the video screen of the SQA-V or on a PC display (with counting grid and image freezing) using a standard laboratory slide or an SQA-V capillary
Variable optical magnification from x300 to x500
Video clips can be recorded using V-Sperm III software
A complete semen analysis report can be automatically printed-out
A “High Sensitivity” test mode for oligo-, asteno- and azoospermia determination, and vasectomy validation
Disposable testing capillary is biologically safe and can be conveniently used in virtually any testing environment
PC-compatible
Patient test results, images and clips can be downloaded to a PC using V-Sperm III software
 

SQA-V Technical Features

Measurement

Compartment

Sources of radiant energy - two LEDs for motility and spectrophotometry channels
Detector system - two photo detectors - Motility and Optical Density

Sample type

Fresh
Washed
Frozen
Post-vasectomy

Specificity

Concentration: 85%
Motility: 80%
Normal morphology (WHO): 65%
High-sensitivity test: 95% motile cells determination

Sensitivity

Concentration: 90%
Motility: 85%
Normal morphology (WHO): 85%

Visualization Compartment

White LED illumination system
CCD, 330 TV lines
Objective: Standard, x20
Signal Output: PAL standard
Zoom system for magnification transition between x300 and x500
Focus regulator

Displays

Operational backlight LCD (16 lines x 40 characters)
Video backlight LCD (8 x 10 cm )

Printer

Built-in, Dot Matrix
58 mm paper, with 20 characters per line
Ribbon cassette

Keypad

Operational keys
Numeric buttons
Cursor buttons
Video control keys

Interface

Video output (RCA)
RS-232 cable plug-in

Accessories for testing sample  

Measuring capillary: Disposable, plastic, loaded syringe for an easy aspiration of sample
Standard laboratory microscope slide: depth 20 microns, coverslip 22x22 mm

Memory

500 test results
500 QC-measurement

Operation system

Analysis time: Normal test - 75 seconds, High-sensitivity/Postvasectomy test - 9 minutes

(5 minutes in version 2.45 of the SQA-V software)
Software: controls all functions, provides measurement algorithm (according to WHO'99),

and provides visual and automatic test performance
Temperature for sample testing: Calibrated for use at room temperature. Motility tests will

degrade over time and will vary if the sample is heated
Input signal from motility channel: analog, up to 5V
Input signal from spectrophotometer channel: modulated (1 kHz), analog, up to 5V

Quality control

Internal: electronic self- test and auto-calibration
External: “QwikCheck™beads” quality control material for zero level and concentration

Dimensions

40 x 30 x 15 cm

Weight

4 kg

Power supply

100 - 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz