Sysmex to supply medical hematology analyzers to USAMMA

Sysmex, a global leader in medical diagnostic testing equipment and information systems technology, today announced that the company has been awarded a BPA Equipment purchase contract agreement. The contract was issued by USA Medical Research ACQ Activity for the U.S. Army Medical Material Agency (USAMMA). Under the agreement, Sysmex will supply medical hematology analyzers as listed under GSA GS-07F-5531R in a configuration to support the specific needs of the military including bio-medical training for field-based Medical Maintainers. USAMMA fulfills needs at hospitals and clinics in the U.S., Europe, and the medical units stationed and deployed throughout Southwest Asia.

"Sysmex is honored to be given the opportunity to meet the inherent challenges of hematology testing unique to army-deployed medical units. We trust that the reliability and durability of Sysmex's hematology analyzers will serve the Army's clinical laboratory professionals exceptionally well, as they provide field medical care to our men and women in uniform. Working with USAMMA throughout the process has been a rewarding experience. We look forward to working and refining this program to meet the changing needs of our military forces," said Cathleen Fuhrman, Corporate Account Executive-Federal Government, Sysmex America.

Sysmex's broad range of hematology products and its instrument configuration flexibility enables Sysmex America to meet the hematology needs of all military branches in a wide variety of field applications, resulting in long-term contract program sustainability for all military branches.

SOURCE Sysmex America, Inc.