UniCel DxC 600i In-Lab Training Manual A24574-AD
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Professional Development Department
October 2010
Sample Racks
Samples are placed in Synchron sample racks for processing on
the DxC 600i system. The following rack sizes are available:
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13 x 75 mm
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16 x 75 mm
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13 x 100 mm
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16 x 100 mm
Racks come in various colors. Racks are available in purple,
blue, brown, green, and gray. The color coding of racks may be
useful in designating racks for specific functions.
Reserved racks are assigned in the instrument software.
Reserved racks are labeled with so that operators
will know the rack has a reserved rack assignment.
Avoid system errors by following these instructions:
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Place tubes in rack sizes designated for their use.
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Place validated primary sample tubes with or without caps
and sample cups (0.5 mL/2.0 mL) directly in non-reserved
racks.
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Place cups nested in cup inserts or cups nested in primary
tubes in reserved racks.
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Use only validated sample containers in racks specified for
their use.
Sample Preparation
Prepare samples as follows prior to loading on the system:
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Remove visible blood from the top of capped tubes with a
cotton tipped swab moistened with DI water.
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Use the CTA Primary Tube Sample Template to determine
adequate sample volume. (Note: a DxC Primary Sample
Tube Template is available to determine adequate volume
for samples requiring DxC testing only)
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Ensure there are no bubbles in samples.
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Ensure that the bar code label is properly placed on the tube
and is aligned so that it is visible through the slot in the rack.
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Ensure tube is seated correctly in the rack
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