Beckman Coulter UniCel DxC 600, Instructions For Use Manual

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Preparing Samples for Analysis
Preparing Samples for Analysis
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Return to Step 7 if more samples need to be run.
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The system automatically returns to
Standby
when all testing is completed.
Preparing Samples for Analysis
Minimum Sample Volume
A minimum sample volume is required to run tests. To determine what volume of sample to use,
refer to the Synchron LX/UniCel DxC Clinical Systems
Sample Template
.
Sample Racks
Sample racks accept the following tube and cup sizes:
IMPORTANT
Adapters are provided to adapt various sized sample tubes (secondary tubes) to the short
racks. These adaptors must only be used in racks designated as reserved. The reserved rack feature is
described in this chapter.
Table 2.1 Sample Racks
Rack Accepts these cups and tubes
13 × 75 12 × 75 mm tubes
13 × 75 mm tubes
0.5 mL cups
2.0 mL cups
16 × 75 16 × 75 mm tubes
13 × 100 13 × 100 mm tubes
0.5 mL cups
2.0 mL cups
Capillary collection tubes (use with the capillary tube adapter)
16 × 100 16 × 100 mm tubes
16.5 × 92 mm tubes
Beckman Coulter 0.5 mL Cup Insert (PN 467406)