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Horiba Hematology Analyzer: Micros, Pentra, Yumizen and What to Check

A neutral look at Horiba’s haematology families — from compact 3-part clinic analysers to 5-part laboratory systems — and how to compare them fairly.

Also called Horiba ABX Micros, Horiba Pentra, Horiba Yumizen, Horiba haematology analyser

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About Horiba

Horiba is a Japanese group headquartered in Kyoto, best known for analytical and measuring instruments. Its medical division, Horiba Medical, develops haematology analysers in Montpellier, France, where it grew out of ABX Diagnostics — which is why older analysers carry the “ABX” name. This page is a neutral buyer’s guide — it does not mean we stock Horiba analysers.

Horiba families in broad terms

Model names and local availability change, so check the current specification sheet and the MDA register for the exact model you are offered.

ABX Micros (e.g. Micros 60)

Compact 3-part analysers that count and size cells by impedance, long used in clinics and small laboratories. Many are still in service, so they also turn up on the used market.

3-part analysers for clinics

Pentra

5-part benchtop and laboratory analysers. They separate white cells by combining impedance with optical measurement of cytochemically stained cells, shown as Horiba’s LMNE matrix, rather than by the fluorescence flow cytometry some other makers use.

How 5-part analysers work

Yumizen

Horiba’s newer haematology generation, running from benchtop 5-part analysers to laboratory systems with sample automation.

Choosing a hospital lab analyser

What to check before buying a Horiba analyser

  • Match the class to your workload: a compact 3-part for a clinic, a 5-part for a busy clinic or laboratory.
  • Cost per reportable test at your daily volume, including start-up, shutdown and controls.
  • Reagent pack sizes and opened stability, so packs are used up before they expire.
  • Who supplies reagents, controls and calibrators, and who services the analyser in your state.
  • For older ABX Micros and Pentra units, whether reagents, parts and service are still available.
  • MDA registration numbers for the exact model and its reagents.
  • LIS connection and a sample comparison against your current lab.

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Comparing Horiba with other brands

Compare like with like: a compact 3-part Horiba against other compact 3-part analysers, and a 5-part against other 5-part analysers. Makers separate white cells by different methods, so judge the differential and its flags on your own samples rather than on the brochure. For a clinic, reagent cost at your real volume and dependable local service usually matter more than the badge.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Horiba ABX Micros 60 a 3-part or 5-part analyser?
It is a compact 3-part analyser that sorts white cells into three groups by impedance. Horiba’s 5-part analysers belong to its Pentra and Yumizen families.
Is Horiba a Japanese or a French brand?
Both, in a sense. Horiba is a Japanese group based in Kyoto, and its haematology analysers are developed by Horiba Medical in Montpellier, France.
Are older Horiba analysers still worth buying?
Only if reagents, parts and service are still available for that model in Malaysia and it is registered with the MDA. Get that in writing before buying a used unit.
Do you sell Horiba hematology analyzers?
This page is a neutral guide and does not mean we stock Horiba. Tell us your daily FBC volume and needs, and we will tell you which analysers we can quote.

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