Hologic ThinPrep, Operator'S Manual

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NTRODUCTION
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Imager Duo Operator’s Manual 1.7
Specimen Integrity
PreservCyt Solution
with
cytologic sample intended for ThinPrep Pap testing
must be stored between 15°C(59°F) and 30°C (86°F) and tested within 6 weeks
of collection.
Slides processed by a ThinPrep
®
Processor should be stained within 5 days.
Stained slides should be imaged by the Imager in a timely manner, according to
normal laboratory practises. Imaging performance has not been assessed
beyond 4 months.
Interfering Substances
Specimen sample - the use of lubricants (e.g., KY Jelly) should be minimized
prior to specimen collection. Lubricants can adhere to the filter membrane and
may cause poor cell transfer to the slide.
Stain - do not substitute solutions for the ThinPrep Stain solutions. Follow the
stain protocols exactly as they are written. Refer to the ThinPrep Stain User’s
Manual.
Specimen Handling
The ThinPrep slides are stored, transported and handled the same as conven-
tional cytology slides. Please refer to your laboratory guidelines for specimen
handling.
IMAGER DUO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Overview of Components
Refer to figures 1-4 to 1-12 for information regarding components and specifica-
tions.
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