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MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System

MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System

Increase capabilities in the clinical laboratory

Increase capabilities in the clinical laboratory

Achieving consistently low levels of quantification with the most complex of biological sample matrices can often be a challenge.

Ensure accurate routine low concentration analyte quantification with the robust, sensitive, and compact ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System. With this flexible LC-MS/MS system, you can achieve superior performance per square inch and exceptional analytical flexibility.

ACQUITY I-Class/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System. MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System

Overview

  • Expand testing capabilities with a wide dynamic range all while achieving reproducible low levels of quantification for difficult analysis
  • Control user access, monitor your system, and efficiently process and review your results with intuitive informatics software solutions
  • Ensure minimal instrument downtime with a simple tool-free maintenance and cleaning procedures
  • Enhance the end-to-end workflow with seamless software integration to liquid handling robots and third-party LIMS providers through Waters informatics solutions
  • Maintain system uptime with FlexCHOICE: mySystem Coverage Solutions, providing priority on-site support, 2-hour call back and 48-hour on-site response

Recommended Use: Ideal for routine and low concentration analyte quantification in the clinical laboratory environment. 


ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS IVD Flexible Options

ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS IVD Flexible Options

Column Manager
  • Connect multiple columns that will automatically switch depending on what analysis is being performed – improving your productivity and saving you time

Column Heater
  • Our single column heater is ideal for dedicating your system to a single type of analysis and achieving your workflow requirements

Sample Organizer
  • If you’re analyzing a large number of samples, the Sample Organizer is a perfect option
  • With a large capacity, the Sample Organizer will help keep your analysis running even when you’re away by automatically introducing the plates into the instrument for analysis

Sample Manager FTN or FL
  • Achieve sample injection versatility for your applications
  • Maximize the injection volume range from 0.1 to 1000 µL with a needle-in-flow path injector
  • Achieve the shortest inject-to-inject cycle times with a loop-based injector
  • Ensure compatibility with the most sensitive mass spectrometers with programmable method settings and ultra-low carryover


Complex separation challenges now solved

Successfully analyze clinical compounds that are limited in amount or availability amid a complex matrix more rapidly than ever before with the industry-leading separations performance of the ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS System. Developed to produce the most accurate and reproducible separations, you will get the most information possible and accelerate laboratory results.


Intuitive informatics solutions

Increase the speed at which you can convert your sample data into valuable knowledge with the MassLynx (IVD) Mass Spectrometry Software with TargetLynx XS (IVD) Application Manager. Acquire, analyze, and manage data information in a clinical environment with our comprehensive informatics solutions.

  • An intuitive user interface centered around the MassLynx Sample List simplifies interactions with your Waters LC-MS/MS system by using a single point to initiate all activities related to system control, sample information input and data processing.
  • TargetLynx Application Manager transforms LC-MS/MS data into usable and meaningful results for quantitative analysis
  • Instrument control, data acquisition and processing using Waters LC-MS/MS in-vitro diagnostic systems

Minimum user maintenance required

Ensure that you get the results you need the first time without complication no matter who operates and maintains the instrument. You don’t need to worry about time-consuming optimization steps with any tools. Changing the probe assembly including the capillary is entirely tool-free. The robust Xevo source design requires minimal maintenance without the need to vent the instrument resulting in maximum instrument uptime.


Automate your data workflow

The MassLynx Tecan File converter and direct connection with Hamilton automatic liquid handlers provides sample tracking from primary tube to result without operator intervention, providing secure data transfer and reducing transcription errors. The MassLynx LIMS interface, conforming to the Health Level 7 protocols (HL7), automates the exchange of information with a third-party LIMS provider, improving the data workflow while minimizing transcription errors. 


We’ve got you covered

To ensure that time-sensitive sample analysis and high throughput are always available, you rely on regular instrument maintenance and rapid intervention when there are any problems. Waters FlexCHOICE: mySystem Coverage is designed to provide regular performance maintenance visits and guaranteed on-site response if remote technical support doesn’t resolve a system issue.

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MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System

The MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System is a cutting-edge solution for clinical laboratories seeking precise quantification of low-concentration analytes in complex biological matrices. Designed for routine applications, this robust and compact LC-MS/MS system offers unparalleled sensitivity, reproducibility, and flexibility, enabling labs to tackle the most demanding analytical challenges while enhancing productivity and efficiency.

This system sets a new benchmark for achieving consistently low levels of quantification in complex samples. With its industry-leading separation capabilities, the ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS system ensures accurate and reproducible results, even for the most difficult analytes. The Xevo TQ-S micro mass spectrometer delivers high sensitivity and a wide dynamic range, making it an ideal tool for clinical laboratories working with challenging compounds.

Efficiency and ease of use are at the heart of the MassTrak system. The integrated MassLynx (IVD) Mass Spectrometry Software with TargetLynx XS (IVD) Application Manager simplifies instrument control, data acquisition, and processing. Using a single, intuitive interface, operators can manage sample information, initiate system activities, and process data effortlessly. The system"s informatics solutions enable fast and accurate data conversion into meaningful results, empowering labs to accelerate their workflows while minimizing transcription errors.

The ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS system is equipped with modular options to meet the evolving needs of any clinical laboratory:

These customizable configurations make the system adaptable to a wide range of applications and laboratory scales, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency.

Minimizing downtime is critical for clinical laboratories, and the system"s robust design ensures uninterrupted operation. The Xevo TQ-S micro mass spectrometer features tool-free maintenance, allowing users to perform cleaning and component changes—such as probe assembly and capillaries—without venting the system. This easy maintenance reduces disruptions and keeps the instrument running at peak performance.

The system enhances end-to-end workflows with seamless integration into automated environments. Its compatibility with liquid handling robots and third-party LIMS providers enables secure data transfer, automates sample tracking, and eliminates transcription errors. Using HL7 protocols, the system ensures efficient communication with laboratory information management systems, further streamlining operations.

Waters FlexCHOICE: mySystem Coverage Solutions provides comprehensive support to ensure your lab stays operational. With regular maintenance visits, a two-hour callback guarantee, and a 48-hour on-site response time, you can maintain high throughput and address issues quickly, minimizing disruptions to your workflows.

The MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System is the ultimate solution for clinical laboratories seeking reliable, high-performance analyte quantification. With its unmatched precision, flexible configurations, user-friendly software, and robust maintenance protocols, this LC-MS/MS system empowers labs to achieve consistent, reproducible results while maximizing efficiency.

FAQs About MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System

1. What types of biological sample matrices can the system handle?
The MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS/Xevo TQ-S micro IVD System is designed to handle complex biological sample matrices, including plasma, serum, urine, and other biological fluids. Its advanced separation and detection capabilities make it ideal for quantifying analytes in challenging samples with high precision and reproducibility.

2. What options are available for sample injection with the system?
The system offers versatile sample injection options through the Sample Manager FTN or FL. These include a needle-in-flow path injector for injection volumes ranging from 0.1 µL to 1000 µL and a loop-based injector for rapid inject-to-inject cycle times. Both options ensure ultra-low carryover and compatibility with sensitive mass spectrometry applications.

3. Is the system suitable for complex separation challenges?
Yes, the MassTrak ACQUITY UPLC I-Class PLUS System is designed to tackle complex separation challenges with ease. It delivers industry-leading separations performance, enabling the analysis of limited or challenging clinical compounds within intricate sample matrices, all while ensuring accurate and reproducible results.

4. How does Waters FlexCHOICE coverage support system uptime?
Waters FlexCHOICE: mySystem Coverage Solutions ensures maximum system uptime by providing regular performance maintenance visits, priority on-site support, a two-hour callback guarantee, and a 48-hour on-site response time. This comprehensive service plan minimizes downtime and ensures that time-sensitive analyses can proceed without delays.

5. What options are available for temperature control in the system?
The system offers a Column Heater for precise temperature control during dedicated workflows, ensuring optimal conditions for consistent separations. Additionally, the Column Manager allows for automatic switching between multiple columns to support diverse analyses, further enhancing temperature and workflow flexibility.