ITC Hemochron Response Whole Blood Coagulation System User Manual
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To Specify the Test:
1.
Display the ID Selections menu. Press 3 to display the first page of tests.
2.
If the test is on the first list, select the test by pressing the corresponding numeral key. An arrow
will be displayed after the number of the selected test.
3.
If the test is not displayed on the first page, display subsequent lists by pressing the MENU key
until the test is displayed. Then select the test by pressing the corresponding numeral key.
4.
Press YES to save the test.
Note: Test selection is specific to a single well. Use MENU 1 or MENU 2 as appropriate. After
the fibrinogen test is selected (by barcode or by manual entry), a prompt for entry of the PPID
code will be displayed. The PPID code is found in the package insert that accompanies the
fibrinogen test tubes.
To Display the RxDx menu:
Note: The RxDx module is an additional feature of the Response system. Information can be
requested from your local HEMOCHRON representative or ITC Customer Service on how the
RxDx module can be activated.
1.
Display the ID Selections menu.
2.
Press 4 to display the RxDx menu. Refer to the HEMOCHRON Response RxDx Analysis Module
Operator’s Manual for further instructions.
Designating an LQC
Important: A sample is designated as a patient sample by default. If an LQC is being run, it must be
identified as such. Failure to select a QC tag for an LQC will result in storage of the result in the
patient database.
Note: Refer to page 28 for procedure details.
Designating an ESV
Note: Refer to page 27 for procedure details.
Designating a Patient Sample
If a patient sample is to be run instead, the sample type must first be changed.
1.
Press MENU once to display the first page of the main menu.
2.
Press 2. The QC Selections menu is displayed.
3.
Press 5. A prompt will confirm a patient test is being run: Patient Test
4.
Run the test as described below.
Specimen Collection
Collect blood specimens according to NCCLS document H21-2, entitled Collection, Transport and
Processing of Blood Specimens for Coagulation Testing and General Performance of Coagulation
Assays.
Important: Collect blood specimens in a manner that prevents contamination with tissue
thromboplastin, indwelling intravenous (I.V.) solutions, or alcohol cleansing solution. Discard
samples that are not properly collected or contain visible clots or debris.
Use a 23 gauge or larger needle if a syringe is used for blood collection. If a sample is expelled
through the same needle, do it slowly to prevent hemolysis.
Consult the individual test package insert for additional information concerning specimen collection
and storage.
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