Abaxis VetScan HM5, Operator'S Manual

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5-8 Quality Control and Calibration
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For a Code reader:
a. Unplug the reader and plug it in
again.
b. If the reader still doesn't scan cor-
rectly, scan the reset code at upper
right, then scan the programming bar-
code at lower right.
7. Go to “Running a Quality Control Sample,”
below.
5.1.4 Running a Quality Control Sample
1. Be sure that you have already entered control values: see “Entering Quality Control Values”
on page 5-3 .
2. After accepting the new control values, select Run QC .
3. Mix well by slowly rolling the tube flat between your hands (A), and
then slowly inverting the tube 10-15 times (B).
4. Select
Run
.
Note: Before running a QC sample, make sure the control tubes have come to
room temperature. Remove the controls from the refrigerator at least
15 minutes prior to use. Do not use a control that is expired or has
been open for more than 14 days, as it may be degraded.
1. Reset code
2. Programming code