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STARTUP
• IQAP ID Set Up
• QC Status
• X
B
Analysis
See Appendix C for the Differential Comparison Procedure.
Table 3 When A Control is Out of Limits
Possibility Action
Wrong control file CBC
Check that you are in the correct file and that correct values are entered in
your control file data base. If file was incorrect, use
from the Control
Run screen to delete last sample and rerun the control in the proper file.
CBC/Diff and Retic
1. The bar-code label was not read. Check the label for cleanliness and
correct position in the cassette. Rerun.
2. The control identification was entered incorrectly on the Diluter
keypad. Follow the directions in these procedures and enter the ID
correctly. Rerun.
Control file set up
incorrectly Verify that the assigned values and ranges match those on the control’s
package insert. If in error, correct them in DMS Special Functions/
Control Set Up.
Chance (statistical outlier) Rerun the control. If it is still "out," try the next possibility.
Incorrect Retic control
preparation Verify correct preparation procedure. Prepare and run another control
sample.
Change in the control Try another vial or level of control. Be sure to use the correct control file.
Follow directions on the package insert for proper handling.
Instrument change Watch for normal sample flow. Call Coulter Customer Operations to help
you troubleshoot abnormal operation.
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