# Erba HDL Direct HDL C 160 Reagent System Pack | 4 × 30 ml + 4 × 10 ml | Direct Method PVS & PEG

## Erba HDL Direct HDL C 160 Reagent System Pack

The **Erba HDL Direct HDL C 160 Reagent System Pack** is a professional clinical chemistry reagent designed for the quantitative determination of **HDL Cholesterol**.

Erba identifies this reagent as **HDL C 160**, catalogue number **XSYS0043**, using the **Direct Method PVS & PEG**.

The official pack configuration contains **R1: 4 × 30 ml** and **R2: 4 × 10 ml** and is intended for compatible **Erba XL Clinical Chemistry Analysers**.

**Important Product Identification:**  
Erba Pack Name: **HDL C 160**  
Catalogue No.: **XSYS0043**  
Analyte: **HDL Cholesterol**  
Method: **Direct Method PVS & PEG**  
R1: **4 × 30 ml**  
R2: **4 × 10 ml**  
Pack Type: **Erba SYSPACK™ / XL System Pack**

## Product at a Glance

**Product**

HDL Direct Cholesterol Reagent

**Brand**

Erba Mannheim

**Pack Name**

HDL C 160

**Catalogue Number**

XSYS0043

**R1 Pack**

4 × 30 ml

**R2 Pack**

4 × 10 ml

**Method**

Direct Method PVS & PEG

**Reagent Format**

Liquid Stable / Ready to Use

**Pack Type**

Erba SYSPACK™ / XL System Pack

**Manufacturer-Listed Tests / Kit**

Approx. 600

**Analyser Platform**

Compatible Erba XL Clinical Chemistry Analysers

**Clinical Category**

Lipid Profile / Cardiovascular Risk / Clinical Chemistry

**Intended Use**

Professional In-Vitro Diagnostic Use

**Seller**

Microsidd India

**Location**

Bangalore / Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

## Key Features

-   **Erba Mannheim HDL Direct reagent**
-   Official Erba designation: **HDL C 160**
-   Catalogue number: **XSYS0043**
-   R1: **4 × 30 ml**
-   R2: **4 × 10 ml**
-   **Direct Method PVS & PEG**
-   Liquid-stable reagent system
-   Ready-to-use XL system-pack format
-   Designed for compatible Erba XL chemistry analysers
-   Approximately **600 tests per kit**
-   Suitable for routine lipid-profile testing
-   For professional in-vitro diagnostic use only

## What is HDL Cholesterol?

**HDL Cholesterol** refers to cholesterol carried within high-density lipoprotein particles.

HDL cholesterol is commonly measured as part of a standard **lipid profile** and is interpreted together with total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and other cardiovascular risk factors.

HDL testing may be included in:

-   Lipid Profile testing
-   Cardiovascular risk assessment
-   Preventive health screening
-   Diabetes-related monitoring
-   Metabolic profiles
-   Routine hospital chemistry panels

## Direct Method PVS & PEG

Erba lists HDL C 160 as using the **Direct Method PVS & PEG**.

This direct homogeneous assay approach is designed to measure HDL cholesterol without the traditional manual precipitation workflow associated with older HDL methods.

The exact wavelength, sample volume, reagent volumes, calibration, reaction timing and analyser programming should always be taken from the **current Erba Mannheim Instructions for Use supplied with the actual reagent lot**.

## HDL C 160 Pack Configuration

Component

Pack Configuration

HDL Direct Reagent R1

**4 × 30 ml**

HDL Direct Reagent R2

**4 × 10 ml**

## Approximate Tests per Kit

Erba XL Analyser

Manufacturer-Listed Tests / Kit

Erba XL-180

**Approx. 600**

Erba XL-200

**Approx. 600**

Erba XL-640

**Approx. 600**

Erba XL-1000

**Approx. 600**

Actual usable test yield may vary depending on calibration frequency, internal quality-control testing, repeat runs and analyser dead volume.

## Compatible Erba XL Clinical Chemistry Analysers

-   Erba XL-180
-   Erba XL-200
-   Erba XL-640
-   Erba XL-1000

Always verify compatibility against the exact analyser model, software configuration and current Erba application documentation.

## HDL in a Lipid Profile

Parameter

General Laboratory Relevance

Total Cholesterol

Overall circulating cholesterol measurement

HDL Cholesterol

High-density lipoprotein cholesterol

LDL Cholesterol

Low-density lipoprotein cholesterol

Triglycerides

Major circulating triglyceride measurement

## HDL Direct vs Calculated Lipid Parameters

The Erba HDL C 160 reagent provides a **direct analytical measurement of HDL cholesterol**.

Direct measurement can be useful in routine automated laboratory workflows where HDL is measured alongside total cholesterol, triglycerides and LDL-related parameters.

All lipid results should be interpreted according to current laboratory and clinical guidelines rather than as isolated values.

## Build an Erba Lipid Profile Reagent Range

Laboratories using compatible Erba XL systems can combine HDL C 160 with:

-   Erba CHOL 440 – Total Cholesterol
-   Erba TG 440 – Triglycerides
-   **Erba HDL C 160 – HDL Direct**
-   Erba LDL C 80 – LDL Direct

This creates a strong dedicated Erba lipid-profile reagent cluster for routine clinical chemistry laboratories.

## Explore Erba Lab Reagents

Browse the dedicated [**Erba Lab Reagents Collection**](https://microsidd.com/collections/erba-lab-reagents) at Microsidd.com.

This HDL Direct page should be linked reciprocally with the Erba collection and the related Cholesterol, Triglycerides and LDL Direct product pages.

## Explore Biochemistry Reagents

Browse the broader [**Biochemistry Reagents Collection**](https://microsidd.com/collections/bio-chemistry-reagents) for lipid, liver, renal, electrolyte and other clinical chemistry reagents from multiple professional diagnostic brands.

## Who Can Buy Erba HDL C 160?

-   Pathology laboratories
-   Diagnostic centres
-   Hospital laboratories
-   Clinical chemistry laboratories
-   Cardiology centres
-   Diabetes clinics
-   Preventive health centres
-   Medical institutions
-   Healthcare organisations
-   Institutional laboratory buyers

## Why Buy Erba Lab Reagents from Microsidd.com?

Microsidd Advantage

Benefit

Dedicated Erba Collection

Easy access to related Erba XL reagents

Diagnostic / IVD Focus

Professional laboratory-oriented procurement

Clear Product Identification

Pack name, catalogue number, method and pack size shown clearly

Lipid Reagent Range

Easier sourcing of Cholesterol, Triglycerides, HDL and LDL reagents together

Technical Product Information

Helps laboratories verify requirements before purchase

GST Invoice

Available for eligible purchases

Bangalore-Based Operations

Convenient for Bengaluru and Karnataka laboratories

India-Wide Supply

Subject to stock availability and serviceability

## Buy Erba HDL Direct Reagent in Bangalore

Microsidd India supplies **Erba clinical chemistry reagents, lipid-profile reagents and laboratory diagnostic products from Bangalore / Bengaluru, Karnataka**.

The **Erba HDL C 160 HDL Direct System Pack** is intended for professional laboratories operating compatible Erba XL clinical chemistry analysers.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is Erba HDL C 160?

HDL C 160 is Erba Mannheim's dedicated **HDL Direct XL system reagent** for compatible clinical chemistry analysers.

### What is the catalogue number?

The manufacturer catalogue number is **XSYS0043**.

### What method does Erba HDL Direct use?

Erba lists the method as **Direct Method PVS & PEG**.

### What is the pack size?

The pack contains **R1 4 × 30 ml + R2 4 × 10 ml**.

### How many tests can one HDL C 160 kit perform?

Erba lists approximately **600 tests per kit** on compatible XL analyser platforms.

### Is HDL Direct part of a lipid profile?

Yes. HDL cholesterol is commonly assessed together with **Total Cholesterol, LDL Cholesterol and Triglycerides**.

### Can this reagent be used with Erba XL-200?

Yes, subject to the current Erba application and analyser configuration.

### Is HDL C 160 an open-system reagent?

No. It should primarily be treated as a **dedicated Erba XL system-pack reagent**.

### Where can I find other Erba reagents?

Visit the [**Erba Lab Reagents Collection**](https://microsidd.com/collections/erba-lab-reagents) on Microsidd.com.

### Is this product intended for home use?

No. It is intended for **professional in-vitro diagnostic laboratory use only**.

## Medical & Laboratory Disclaimer

This page is provided for **product identification, professional procurement and laboratory education**.

HDL cholesterol results should not be interpreted independently to diagnose or exclude cardiovascular or metabolic disease.

Laboratories must follow the **current Erba Mannheim Instructions for Use supplied with the actual reagent lot**, including analyser-specific parameters, specimen requirements, calibration, internal quality control, storage and analytical limitations.

## No Return / No Exchange Policy

**This product is non-returnable and non-exchangeable.**

Please verify the **brand, product name, catalogue number, method, analyser compatibility and exact R1/R2 pack configuration** before placing your order.

For this product, customers should specifically verify that they require **Erba HDL C 160 / XSYS0043 / Direct Method PVS & PEG / R1 4 × 30 ml + R2 4 × 10 ml**.

Genuine cases involving an incorrect product received will be handled separately according to Microsidd.com's applicable policies and applicable law.

**An original, continuous, unedited and uncut unboxing video is compulsory for making any claim regarding an incorrect product received.**

## Details

- **Price:** 11344.0 INR
- **Vendor:** Erba

## Variants

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## Images

- Erba HDL C 160 HDL Direct Reagent System Pack 4 x 30 ml plus 4 x 10 ml Direct Method PVS PEG for Erba XL analyser
- Erba HDL Direct HDL C 160 System Pack box shown on a white background with teal and blue graphic accents and product information callouts on the left. The box branding reads Erba and Microsidd.
- Microsidd compatible Erba XL Analysers box for Erba HDL C 160 HDL Direct, shown on a white background with a teal 'Compatible Platforms' panel listing XL-180, XL-200, XL-640, and XL-1000.
- Erba HDL C 160 HDL Direct XL System Packs box shown on a teal and white promotional graphic. The box is labeled for lipid profile testing, HDL cholesterol measurement, and routine clinical chemistry labs.
- Erba XL System Packs HDL C 160 Direct Direct Cholesterol box packaging on a white background with teal and green branding and feature callouts.

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> Updated: 2026-10-11