Abaxis VetScan HM5, Operator'S Manual

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5-10 Quality Control and Calibration
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If the WBC and EOS values are low, mix the QC sample better and rerun.
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If the WBC, RBC and HGB are high, mix the QC sample better and rerun.
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If just the RBC value is low, make sure the control is at room temperature, mix well and
rerun.
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If the RBC and/or PLT values are elevated, clean any visible debris from the Wash Head
and dilution chamber below it and perform a Soak Cleaning before running an additional
QC run.
5.2 Calibration
5.2.1 When to Calibrate
The VetScan HM5 is factory-calibrated for optimal performance. In certain situations, calibration is
needed to fine-tune the analyzer:
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When quality control measurements show that one or more parameters are consistently
out of range, and the analyzer has been determined to be clean and the control has been
stored and shipped properly.
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After relocating the HM5.
5.2.2 Required Calibration Materials
The calibration procedure requires the VetScan HM5 Hematology Normal control (Abaxis part number
770-9029), which can be purchased through an authorized distributor or directly from Abaxis.
Note: Calibration cannot be performed if the blank is unsuccessful.
WARNING: T
HE CONTROL MATERIAL IS PARTIALLY DERIVED FROM HUMAN
SOURCES
. O
BSERVE UNIVERSAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WHEN HAN
-
DLING THE CONTROL
.