ThinPrep™ 5000 Processor with AutoLoader Operator’s Manual
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Figure 5-2 Determining the Correct Centrifuge Speed
To reduce the time required for the centrifugation step, operate your centrifuge at 1200g for 5 minutes.
POUR OFF SUPERNATANT AND VORTEX TO RESUSPEND CELL PELLET
Pour off the supernatant completely to effectively concentrate the sample. To do
this, invert the centrifuge tube 180 degrees in one smooth movement, pour off all
the supernatant, and then return the tube to its original position as shown in
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Observe the cell pellet during inversion to avoid accidental loss of
cellular material.
1. Refer to Bales, CE, and Durfee, GR. Cytologic Techniques in Koss, L. ed. Diagnostic Cytology and its
Histopathologic Basis. 3rd Edition. Philadelphia: JB Lippincott. Vol. II: pp. 1187–12600 for details.
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Summary of Contents for ThinPrep 5000
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Page 6: ...Instructions For Use Instructions For Use...
Page 43: ...Table of Contents Table of Contents...
Page 48: ...1 Introduction 1 Introduction...
Page 73: ...2 Installation 2 Installation...
Page 82: ...3 PreservCyt and CytoLyt Solutions 3 PreservCyt and CytoLyt Solutions...
Page 98: ...4 Gynecologic Sample Preparation 4 Gynecologic Sample Preparation...
Page 107: ...5 Non Gynecologic Sample Preparation 5 Non Gynecologic Sample Preparation...
Page 134: ...6 User Interface 6 User Interface...
Page 217: ...7 Operating Instructions 7 Operating Instructions...
Page 256: ...8 Maintenance 8 Maintenance...
Page 283: ...9 Troubleshooting 9 Troubleshooting...
Page 308: ...10 Staining and Coverslipping 10 Staining and Coverslipping...
Page 313: ...11 ThinPrep Pap Test Training Program 11 ThinPrep Pap Test Training Program...
Page 316: ...Service Information Service Information...
Page 319: ...Ordering Information Ordering Information...
Page 326: ...Index Index...
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