Analysing a patient/control sample
1
Touch
Touch
The lid opens automatically.
If the lid is left open from the previous run and "Insert Cartridge" is displayed, this step is
omitted and you can start with step 2.
2
Insert the Test Cartridge with the barcode label facing left.
Be sure that the Test Cartridge is correctly placed in the cartridge chamber.
A "C" in the upper left corner indicates that the Analyzer is in the control mode.
3
Close the lid manually.The Analyzer will start processing the Test Cartridge.
The processing time depends on the test in use.
4
Touch
Touch
Touch
Touch
Entering the patient ID, control ID or Afinion Control Data will not interrupt the processing.
5
Record the result, then touch
If a printer is connected, touch
The lid opens automatically.
The result will be saved in the result records.
6
Remove the used Test Cartridge from the cartridge chamber and discard it in a suitable waste container.
Insert a new Test Cartridge or close the lid manually.
Keep the lid closed to protect the cartridge chamber when the Analyzer is not in use.
Consult the Package Insert that comes with each Afinion test kit for assay specific information.
to enter the patient sample mode.
to enter the control mode.
and enter the patient ID.
to confirm.
and enter the control ID or Afinion Control Data.
to confirm.
to accept.
to print the result.
Testing Procedures
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