VetTest® Chemistry Analyser

Trusted by 30,000 veterinarians worldwide

The IDEXX VetTest® Chemistry Analyser—A favourite for flexibility, accuracy and ease of use.

Get the most accurate results available with IDEXX dry-slide technology.
Customize your testing with a completely flexible test menu: 26 different parameters, 7 prepackaged panels and 39 species- and age-specific reference ranges.
Get results in 8 minutes with plasma and provide clients with immediate answers during their visit.

The VetTest analyser connects to the IDEXX VetLab® Station, a laboratory information management system that collects all results into an electronic medical record and prints them on an integrated report for easy interpretation.

VetTest Chemistry Analyser with the IDEXX VetLab Station

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Fast, flexible testing for real-time care

The IDEXX VetTest® Chemistry Analyser provides trusted chemistry results in minutes.

IDEXX dry-slide technology —Unique layers provide accurate results even on samples compromised by icterus, haemolysis or lipaemia.
Flexible test menu—
- 26 different parameters, 7 prepackaged panels
- Flexible, customised testing, easy rechecks and quick adjustments for drug therapies
- 39 species- and age-specific reference ranges
Real-time results in 8 minutes—Use plasma and the high-speed IDEXX StatSpin® VT Centrifuge to provide immediate answers during the client-patient visit.

Proven and Trusted IDEXX Dry-Slide Technology

Nearly 75% of blood samples in veterinary medicine can be affected by interfering substances. Dry-slide technology uses layers and washes to remove impurities for the most reliable results.

Dry-slide technology ensures that even compromised samples produce accurate results.

Patient sample

is applied to the top of the spreading layer

Spreading layer

Sample is distributed evenly

Filtering layer

Filters out substances that interfere with results

Reagent layer

Reagent reacts with sample

Indicator layer

Reacted sample collects for spectral analysis

Support layer

Optical interface

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IDEXX VetTest® Chemistry Analyser Specifications

Species	18 supported: canine, feline, equine, bovine, avian, ferret, goat, lizard, llama, monkey, mouse, pig, rabbit, rat, sea turtle, sheep, snake and tortoise
Units	U.S., French or S.I. units.
Sample Size	The VetTest® Chemistry Analyser requires a minimum of 40 μL of sample to run one test plus 10 μL for each additional test.
Result Timing	The VetTest analyser takes approximately 6 minutes to completely process a patient specimen, report complete results and become ready for the next specimen.
Reagent Slides	Available in a selection of individual chemistries, seven prepackaged panels and a UPC Ratio. Slides are supplied in boxes and are packaged individually in sealed foils.
Calibration	Performed at IDEXX. Lot-specific information is provided with each free software upgrade.
Quality Control	VetTrol™ quality control fluid for blood chemistries and UCRE slides. UPRO controls for UPRO slides.
Technology	Proven dry-slide technology
Power Supply	Universal power supply
Interface Ports	RS232 port for connection to the IDEXX VetLab® Station and practice information management systems
Operating Temperature	19º–27º°C (66º–81ºF) and 30%–50% relative humidity
Software	Specified to incorporate selectable Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish interfaces.
Dimensions	Width: 18.4 inches (46.5 cm) Depth: 14.3 inches (36.0 cm) Height: 7.9 inches (20.0 cm) Height including pipette: 9.7 inches (24.5 cm)
Net Weight	31 lb (14 kg)
Accessories	Color printer, Keyboard XT 1.0, Keyboard AT 2.0, Keyboard drawer, VetTest® pipette, VetCom® box, Slides

Complete testing flexibility

With the VetTest® Chemistry Analyser you can:

Use convenient prepackaged panels
Choose single slides
Create customised panels

Featured Chemistry Test

Lactate Test
Be prepared for emergency and critical patients—get the answers you need in-house within minutes.

Chemistry Panels (prepackaged)

Diagnostic Health Profile
Use this profile to obtain a minimum database for your patients that allows you to monitor pancreatic health and differentiate certain types of liver disease.

ALB, ALKP, ALT, AMYL, BUN, Ca, CREA, GGT, GLU, LIPA, TBIL, TP, GLOB

General Health Profile
The most comprehensive profile for use in establishing baselines, screening senior pets, wellness exams and evaluating sick animals.

ALB, ALKP, ALT, AMYL, BUN, Ca, CHOL, CREA, GLOB, GLU, PHOS, TBIL, TP

Pre-anaesthetic Panel
Ensure the safety of anaesthetising a patient with this convenient six-chemistry panel.

ALKP, ALT, BUN, CREA, GLU, TP

Learn more about pre-anaesthetic testing >

NSAID Monitoring Panel
Five targeted tests recommended for monitoring patients receiving NSAID therapy.

ALKP, ALT, AST, BUN, CREA

Equine Health Profile
All the chemistries you need for equine testing in one convenient package.

ALB, ALKP, AST, BUN, Ca, CK, CREA, GGT, GLOB, GLU, LDH, TBIL, TP

Avian Health Profile
Diagnose diseases for a wide range of avian species; run the entire profile or just the single slides you need.

ALB, AST, Ca, GLOB, GLU, TP, URIC

Urine P:C Ratio
Detect and quantify proteinuria and diagnose early renal disease before an animal becomes azotaemic. (To be used with IDEXX Urine P:C Ratio Sample Preparation Kit.)

UCRE, UPRO

Quality Control Panel
A four-month supply of all the chemistries needed for a comprehensive quality-control procedure.

26 parameters

Easily do rechecks, monitor patients and create custom panels with single slide parameters.

ALB	CHOL	LDH	TRIG
ALKP	CK	LIPA	UCREA†
ALT	CREA	Mg	UPC*†
AMYL	GGT	NH₃	UPRO†
AST	GLOB*	PHOS	URIC
BUN	GLU	TBIL
Ca	LAC	TP

*Calculated
†Available in Urine P:C Ratio

Real-time results in as little as 8 minutes

Running a test on the VetTest analyser:

Prepare your plasma or serum sample.
Select patient information.
Insert slides at prompt.
Follow the "beep" prompts for pipetting.
The VetTest analyser finishes the testing process and automatically downloads results to the electronic medical record.

For complete instructions, consult the operator’s guide.

User-friendly on-screen instructions and prompts make the VetTest® Chemistry Analyser fast and easy to use.

Preparing a plasma sample

We recommend using a lithium-heparin tube with a gel barrier. Separate plasma from red cells within five minutes when using lithium-heparin.

Use the appropriate tube. Do not use EDTA.
Use the appropriate sample collection device.
Draw the sample gently. Transfer if necessary.* Use the correct blood-to-lithium-heparin ratio.
Gently invert the sample for 30 seconds to mix.
Centrifuge the samples.
IDEXX StatSpin® Centrifuge (High-Speed)
(≥ 12,000 rpm): 120 seconds
StatSpin Centrifuge Settings:
StatSpin MP—Haematocrit Setting
StatSpin VT—Hard Spin
Standard Centrifuge
(8,000 rpm): 10 minutes
Transfer the plasma sample to a sample cup.

*

When using an evacuated tube, such as a Vacutainer™ tube, allow the sample to draw naturally into the tube by vacuum

StatSpin is a registered trademark of Iris Sample Processing.

Preparing a serum sample

Use the appropriate tube.
Use the appropriate sample collection device.
Draw the sample gently. Transfer if necessary.*
Let the sample clot for a minimum of 20 minutes.
Centrifuge the samples.
IDEXX StatSpin® Centrifuge (High-Speed)
(≥ 12,000 rpm): 120 seconds
StatSpin Centrifuge Settings:
StatSpin MP—Haematocrit Setting
StatSpin VT—Hard Spin
Standard Centrifuge
(8,000 rpm): 10 minutes
Transfer the plasma sample to a sample cup.

*

When using an evacuated tube, such as a Vacutainer™ tube, allow the sample to draw naturally into the tube by vacuum

StatSpin is a registered trademark of Iris Sample Processing.

Resource List

Dilution Protocol

Sample Preparation

IDEXX VetLab In-house Analysers

Each of the components is an integral part of the IDEXX in-house laboratory for veterinary practices.