Description

The HEMOCHRON JR ACT+ is a specialized coagulation assay cartridge crafted by International Technidyne Corporation (ITC) for precise point-of-care testing. Designed for use with the HEMOCHRON Jr. Signature+ and other compatible microcoagulation instruments, this cartridge is essential for clinical settings that require accurate monitoring of activated clotting time (ACT) in whole blood samples.

Key Features

• High-Dose Heparin Monitoring: Primarily used for patients undergoing procedures with high-dose heparin, such as cardiovascular surgeries, providing critical ACT measurements.
• Versatile Blood Sample Use: Compatible with fresh or citrated whole blood samples, though not recommended for samples with hematocrit levels below 20% or above 55%.
• Equivalent Clotting Time Results: Delivers results in seconds, equivalent to Hemochron Celite ACT, with additional capabilities to display correlated APTT, PT plasma equivalent values, and PT INR values.

Clinical Advantages

• Streamlined Workflow: The cartridge-based system enhances clinical workflow and inventory management, particularly beneficial when a single cartridge type is employed.
• Data Management: Equipped with features for result storage, operator and patient identification input, quality control designation, date/time stamping, printer access, and test tracking.

Intended Use

• Prescription Use: Intended for in vitro diagnostic use by trained personnel in clinical environments, especially where ACT values are anticipated to exceed 400 seconds.
• Regulatory Compliance: The device is FDA 510(k) cleared, ensuring adherence to essential regulatory standards.

Compatibility

Compatible with the following instruments:

• HEMOCHRON Jr. Signature+
• GEM Hemochron 100

This compatibility ensures seamless integration into existing clinical practices, particularly in cardiovascular operating suites during procedures like cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB).

The HEMOCHRON JR ACT+ stands as a reliable tool for healthcare professionals, offering precise coagulation monitoring and robust data management capabilities, tailored for adult patient care in demanding clinical settings.