Side-on view of the Hitachi 917. The Hitachi 917 is an automated

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analyser utilise medical laboratories to process biological fluid specimens, such as

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, and most commonly,

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, the Hitachi 917 is a commonly used routine chemical bichromatic analyser. Capable of doing 1200 test/hour with

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, it is a popular choice among small to medium size laboratories.

Appearance and use

The 917 has two trays for racks, plus a

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s slide in on the left side of the machine. There are two reagents carousels on the right side of the 917. In the centre, towards the back, are the reaction vessels, where the chemical reactions take place.

Features at a glance

*Type:Chemistry Analyzer *Parameters: 86 analytes *Method: Spectrophotometric Method. *Weight: 455 kilos *W x D x H: 60x30x44 inches / 152x76x112 cm

Tests available

* Ion selective electrodes (e.g. Na, K, Cl) * Rate (e.g. creatine kinase) * End point * Immunoturbidity

Appearance and use

Features at a glance

Tests available

See also