ITC Hemochron Response Whole Blood Coagulation System - Manual (Page 24)

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Starting the Test
Consult the individual test package insert to determine the volume of sample and appropriate test
procedure to use.
1.
Dispense the sample into the test tube and simultaneously press the START key. A beep will
signal the start of the test and timing of the test begins.
2.
Mix the contents of the test tube.
Note: A test is automatically terminated if a tube is not detected within 60 seconds after
pressing START.
3.
Insert the test tube in the well (Figure 9 below). Quickly rotate the tube clockwise one
revolution. The screen will briefly display DETECTING MAGNET PLEASE WAIT.
Note: If the expiration date on a barcode label on the test tube is exceeded, the test will be
aborted. After START is pressed, the operator can enter the PID, enter the OID or PIN, identify
the test, or add user notes. Other functions are inactive until the test is completed.
4.
Wait for message to disappear, while the instrument verifies that the magnet is moving freely in
the tube. When verified, the green detector light will illuminate and the normal screen will be
displayed.
Figure 9. Inserting the Test Tube Into the Well
Prompts for Additional Information
Prompts for additional information are displayed when certain tests are run. For example, during a test for
HiTT, a prompt will be displayed to enter the type of heparin (porcine or beef lung) that is used in the
patient. When a prompt for additional information is displayed, enter the information and press YES to
continue with the test.
Entering User Notes
Note: Refer to page 17 for defining user notes.
1.
Press MENU once to display the first page of the main menu.
2.
Press 5 to display the notes screen:
3.
Press NO until the desired note is displayed. Press YES to select the note.
4.
Repeat Step 3 to select one additional note.
Note: Only two notes can be selected.
5.
Press CANCEL to enter the notes into the test record and exit the screen.
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