Luminex FLEXMAP 3D User Manual - Manual (Page 62)

Symptom Description Possible Problem Solution
xMAP microspheres do not
form a cohesive group and are
somewhat scattered. There is air in the instrument. Verify the sample probe height. Use the
software to run a prime command three
times, an alcohol flush command twice, then
a wash command three times with deionized
water.
xMAP microspheres are
widely scattered. The sheath fluid is empty. Make sure there is sheath fluid in the sheath
container. Use the software to run a prime
command until all air is pushed out of the
instrument.
TABLE 9. Bead Detail Irregularities Continued
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