Horiba ABX Pentra Calcium AS CP Reagent – ~250 Tests – Pentra 400 / C400 (P/N 1220001954)

What is it:

The Horiba ABX Pentra Calcium AS CP (P/N 1220001954, REF A11A01954) is a genuine HORIBA reagent for measuring calcium on the ABX Pentra 400 / Pentra C400 clinical chemistry analyzer. It uses the arsenazo III (AS) colorimetric method and is supplied as a ready-to-use 90 mL monoreagent, good for approximately 250 tests. For professional in vitro diagnostic use.

Part numbers:

• Catalog P/N: 1220001954
• Box REF: A11A01954

What it's used for:

Calcium AS CP measures total calcium in serum, plasma, and urine — used to evaluate parathyroid function, bone metabolism, renal disease, and a range of metabolic conditions. The "AS" denotes the arsenazo III method: calcium binds the arsenazo III dye to form an intensely colored complex the analyzer measures, proportional to the calcium concentration. The arsenazo III method is valued for its stability and low interference (magnesium does not significantly interfere) compared with older o-cresolphthalein approaches. As a routine chemistry test, this is a regularly reordered reagent, used together with the appropriate calibrator and controls.

What's included:

• 1 × ABX Pentra Calcium AS CP monoreagent, 90 mL
• Approximately 250 tests
• Manufactured by HORIBA ABX SAS

Compatible analyzer:

• ABX Pentra 400 (Pentra C400) Clinical Chemistry Analyzer

This is the calcium measurement reagent for the Pentra 400 / C400, using the arsenazo III (AS) method. It's distinct from the calibrator and controls used to standardize and monitor the assay. Not for use with non-HORIBA instruments.

Storage & shipping note:

Store refrigerated (2–8°C). Ships cold-chain with priority handling. Non-returnable once shipped.

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• ✅ Genuine HORIBA ABX product, correct REF guaranteed
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• ✅ Easy reorder for recurring clinical chemistry reagents

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FAQs:

What is the Horiba ABX Pentra Calcium AS CP used for?

It's the reagent that measures total calcium on the Pentra 400 / C400 using the arsenazo III method. Calcium testing is used to evaluate parathyroid function, bone metabolism, and renal and metabolic conditions.

What does "AS" mean?

AS refers to arsenazo III, the dye used in this method. Calcium binds arsenazo III to form a colored complex measured by the analyzer. The arsenazo III method is known for stability and low interference compared with older o-cresolphthalein (OCP) calcium methods.

Which analyzer is P/N 1220001954 compatible with?

The HORIBA ABX Pentra 400 / Pentra C400 clinical chemistry analyzer.

How many tests does one cassette provide?

Approximately 250 tests. Actual yield depends on your calibration and QC frequency.

Does it need refrigeration?

Yes. Store refrigerated at 2–8°C, and the product ships with cold-chain handling.

What's the difference between the box REF and the catalog number?

The box shows REF A11A01954; distributors order it as P/N 1220001954. They're the same product — we list both so you find this page from either number.