Horiba ABX Minocal – Whole Blood Hematology Calibrator (P/N 5300100300)

What is it:

The Horiba ABX Minocal (P/N 5300100300) is a multi-parameter whole blood calibrator used to calibrate HORIBA ABX hematology analyzers — setting the instrument's measurement baseline to known reference values. Each kit contains 1 × 2.5 mL vial of stabilized whole blood preparation. It's manufactured in the USA for HORIBA Medical, is for professional in vitro diagnostic use, and is Rx Only (prescription-required).

What it's used for:

Hematology analyzers need to be periodically calibrated to ensure they're measuring core blood cell parameters accurately. The Minocal calibrates the WBC (white blood cell count), RBC (red blood cell count), HGB (hemoglobin), HCT (hematocrit), and PLT (platelet) parameters on HORIBA ABX hematology blood cell counters that use HORIBA ABX reagents. It provides stable, lot-specific reference values that the analyzer uses to establish its measurement scale before running patient samples or controls.

Most labs run the Minocal periodically — when reagent lots change, after instrument maintenance, or per their QC protocol — and pair it with the Minotrol 16 tri-level control (which verifies accuracy on an ongoing basis) for a complete calibration-and-QC workflow.

What's included:

• 1 × 2.5 mL vial of ABX Minocal Whole Blood Hematology Calibrator
• Multi-parameter calibrator covering WBC, RBC, HGB, HCT, and PLT
• Lot-specific calibrator values provided in the package insert
  
• Rx Only (prescription-required)
• For professional in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use only
• Manufactured in the USA for HORIBA Medical

Compatible analyzers:

• ABX Micros 60
• ABX Micros ES 60
• ABX Micros ESV 60
• HORIBA Yumizen H560 (also uses Minocal — verify with your supplier for current compatibility)

Minocal is designed for HORIBA ABX hematology analyzers using HORIBA ABX reagents. It's not intended for use with non-HORIBA instruments.

Storage & shipping note:

Store refrigerated at 2–8°C. Do not freeze — freezing destroys the cellular components and makes the calibrator unusable. Ships with appropriate handling. This item is non-returnable once shipped.

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Looking for the matching control?

The Minocal calibrates your analyzer; the Minotrol 16 verifies it's measuring accurately afterward. Most labs running ABX Micros analyzers need both. See our [Horiba ABX Minotrol 16 – Tri-Level Hematology Control] page.

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FAQs:

What is the Horiba ABX Minocal calibrator used for?

It's a multi-parameter whole blood calibrator that sets the measurement baseline on HORIBA ABX hematology analyzers. It calibrates the analyzer to accurately measure WBC, RBC, hemoglobin (HGB), hematocrit (HCT), and platelet (PLT) parameters.

Which analyzers is REF 5300100300 compatible with?

The ABX Micros 60, ABX Micros ES 60, and ABX Micros ESV 60 hematology analyzers — HORIBA also lists Minocal as compatible with the Yumizen H560. It's designed for HORIBA ABX hematology analyzers using HORIBA ABX reagents and is not intended for non-HORIBA instruments.

What's the difference between the Minocal and the Minotrol 16?

The Minocal is a calibrator — it sets the analyzer's measurement baseline to known reference values. The Minotrol 16 is a control — it verifies the analyzer is still measuring accurately after calibration. Most labs run the Minocal periodically (e.g., when reagent lots change or per QC protocol), and run the Minotrol 16 more frequently as ongoing verification.

How often should I calibrate my ABX Micros analyzer?

Calibration frequency depends on your lab's QC protocol, but HORIBA generally recommends calibration when reagent lots change, after major instrument maintenance, or when control results indicate drift outside acceptable ranges. Refer to your analyzer's operating manual and your lab's accreditation requirements for specific calibration schedules.

Why is this product Rx Only?

The Minocal is classified as a prescription-only in vitro diagnostic device, meaning it's sold to licensed medical, clinical, or diagnostic laboratories rather than to consumers. This is standard for hematology calibrators used in patient testing.

Does this product need refrigeration?

Yes. Store at 2–8°C and do not freeze — freezing destroys the cellular components and makes the calibrator unusable.

Is this the same as Minotrol CRP?

No. Minotrol CRP is a specialized control for ABX Micros CRP and CRP 200 analyzers running C-reactive protein testing. The Minocal is HORIBA's general whole blood calibrator for the ABX Micros 60 / ES60 / ESV60 hematology analyzers. Make sure you're ordering the right product for your instrument.