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Eurolyser Diagnostica GmbH
TEST PROCEDURES
Overview of the testing and measuring procedures
Allow the ERS test cartridge to reach room temperature before use. If the CUBE-S/CUBE Instrument has
been disconnected from the power supply, plug it in soon enough for it to be at the proper operating
temperature when it is needed.
To analyse a patient sample:
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Place the provided RFID card from the test kit on the Instrument.
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Prepare a test cartridge and a patient sample according to the instructions on the test kit insert
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Enter the required patient data.
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Insert the test cartridge into the Instrument and start the analysis.
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The result will be displayed on the Tablet PC.
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The result will be saved in the Tablet PC
’s memory.
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If desired, export the result to an (optional) external computer, print the result with an (optional)
external printer or send it via email (see p. 26)
How to run a control test:
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Place the provided RFID card from the test kit on the Instrument.
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Prepare the control serum according to the instructions on the control package insert.
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Enter the lot number instead of the patient data.
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Prepare the test just like a patient sample and start the analysis.
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The result is displayed on the Tablet PC.
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Record the result according to your laboratory’s quality guidelines.
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The result will be saved in the Instrument
’s memory – just like a patient’s results.
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If desired, export the result(s) to an (optional) external computer, print the result with an (optional)
external printer or send it via email (see p. 26)
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Verify that the result lies within the mandatory limits for the control material (according to the
control material’s package insert).
Be sure to follow the detailed instructions for the analysis processes that are provided in the following
sections and to comply with the information provided on the package insert enclosed with each testing
kit.
