Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC 600, Instructions For Use Manual

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Preparing Samples for Analysis
Preparing Samples for Analysis
Bar Code Labeling
The use of bar code labels is a highly accurate and efficient method for identifying and processing
laboratory samples. However, the system must be able to identify and read every bar code label to
process each sample correctly. The following paragraphs provide some basic information
pertaining to bar code labels. Additional bar code information can be found in the UniCel DxC
Synchron Clinical Systems
Reference Manual .
CAUTION
A misread label can cause one sample ID to be read as another. The laboratory’s
process for printing, placing, and meeting all bar code specifications is important
to achieve highly accurate reading. Follow the bar code label specifications to
keep the rate of misread labels to a minimum.
Bar Code Label Placement
Bar code labels must be applied to each sample tube in the correct location so that the bar code
reader can read the bar code. The following diagram (
Figure 2.1 ) describes how to place the label on
a sample tube and how to place the tube into a sample rack.
Figure 2.1 Bar Code Label Placement
1. 14 mm (0.55 inch) Minimum
2. Label Placement Area
3. 20 mm (0.78 inch) Minimum
4. 7.5 Degree Maximum
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