The CoaguChek® XS instrument kit consists of different components. The following components are included :
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CoaguChek® XS meter
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CoaguChek Softclix lancing device – for single patient use only (Accu-Chek® Safe-T Pro Plus – for use in multiple patients settings)
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Carrying case, which allows the patient to keep all items incl. 1 vial of test strips in their proper place
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4 x AAA batteries
Additional required components are CoaguChek® XS PT Test strips (in a vial):
- Box with 2 vials of 24 strips each with a code chip
- Box with 1 vial of 24 strips with a code chip
Fast, reliable results
- Accurate PT/INR results in one minute
- Built-in quality control checks every strip automatically
- Lab-equivalent accuracy precision1
Simple fingerstick test
- Most patients prefer having a small drop of blood (just 8 μL) taken from a fingerstick to having blood drawn from a vein
Improved patient outcomes
- Frequent testing allows side effects to be minimized and increases the time spent within the therapeutic range 2
1 Kitchen, D.P., Munroe, S., Kitchen, S., Jennings, I., Woods, T.A.L., Walker, I.D. (2008). Results from the first year of an external quality assessment programme for the users of CoaguChek XS and CoaguChek XS Plus for monitoring INRs. British Journal of Haematology, Volume 141 Supplement 1: P188.
2 Heneghan, et. al (2006). Lancet, 367; 404-411.
Test principle: Electrochemical determination of the PT time after activation of coagulation with human recombinant thromboplastin
User interface: Icon-based LCD display; on/off, mem and set buttons
Memory capacity: 300 test results with date and time
Sample types: Fresh capillary or anticoagulant-free venous whole blood
Easy blood application: Top or side dosing
Measuring range:
- INR: 0.8 – 8.0
- %Quick: 120 – 5
- Seconds: 9.6 – 96
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