Evaluation of Ames DCA 2000 for the rapid measurement of HbA1c in an outpatient clinic.
Comparison of the Ames DCA 2000, a new device for the rapid measurement of HbA1c, with the established laboratory method (Dako HbA1c system) was made in 58 children routinely attending a diabetic outpatient clinic. Results showed that DCA 2000 and laboratory estimations of HbA1c were closely correlated throughout the range of values (R = 0.95). The mean difference between values was 1.83% with a 95% range of agreement of 0.23-3.4%. The DCA 2000 can be used to provide a rapid estimate of HbA1c upon which decisions on changes in treatment can be based at diabetic clinics.
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