Run A Hba1C Test - HemoCue HbA1c 501 Bedienungsanleitung

11. RUN a HbA1c TEST

Procedure
Blood Sample
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The HemoCue HbA1c 501 test can be performed on a capillary blood sample or
on venous whole blood collected using K2EDTA, lithium heparin, sodium citrate or
sodium fluoride/oxalate as an anticoagulant.
Test Procedure
STEP 1.
When the power is connected, the display will show 'Warming up' until the device is
ready for use.
This will take approximately 5 minutes depending on the ambient temperature.
IMPORTANT: Do not move the Analyzer during 'Warming up' .
STEP 2.
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Open the lid of the HemoCue HbA1c 501 Analyzer, when the 'Open the lid' icon is
shown.
STEP 3.
Open the cartridge package by tearing
the pouch on the side with the serrated
edge.
DO NOT use scissors to open the
pouch. Scissors can damage the
reagent pack.
Use the test cartridge within 2 minutes of opening.
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11. RUN a HbA1c TEST
CAUTION: When handling the reagent pack and cartridge, do not touch
the cartridge code area on the front or the bead window at the back. Any
contamination of these areas may cause erroneous values.
Cartridge Code
Area
STEP 4.
Carefully insert the cartridge into the cartridge compartment when the 'Insert
Cartridge' icon is displayed. Hold the cartridge with barcode facing left. Ensure
gentle snap is heard or felt to confirm proper placement.
NOTE: Do not force the cartridge into the compartment. The cartridge is
designed to only fit one way.
STEP 5.
The display will show the icon 'Insert Reagent Pack' and 'Filling sample to
sampling area' .
Bead Window
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