horiba ABX MICROS ES60, User Manual

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ABX Micros ES60 OT/CT
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3. Limitations
3.1. Maintenance
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In this manual, specific start-up, shutdown and maintenance procedures are listed (See Section
7,
2. Daily maintenance, page 7-3 ). The maintenance procedures listed in this manual are
mandatory for the proper use and operation of the ABX Micros ES60 OT/CT (See Section 7, 3.
Maintenance procedures, page 7-5 ).
3.2. Blood specimens
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All blood samples should be collected using proper technique.
3.2.1. Sample collection and mixing
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When collecting blood specimens, venous blood is recommended, but arterial blood may also be
used in extreme cases. Blood collection must be placed in vacuum or atmospheric sample
collection tubes. .
3.2.2. Sample stability
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Fresh whole blood specimens are recommended. The ICSH (International Council for
Standardization in Hematology) defines a fresh blood specimen as "One processed within 4 hours
after collection".
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Well mixed whole blood specimens, collected in EDTA anti-coagulant and run within eight hours
after collection, provide the most accurate results for all parameters. The white cell size
distribution may shift when specimens are assayed between 5 and 20 minutes after collection and
more than 8 hours after collection.
Whilst every effort is taken by HORIBA ABX to investigate and indicate all
known interferences, it is by no means possible to guarantee that all
interferences have been identified. At all times, results should be validated
and communicated only once all information relating to the patient has been
assessed and taken into account.
Failure to execute any of these maintenance procedures may result in
"Decreased Reliability" of the system. High emphasis on maintaining the
system is strongly suggested.
Consider all specimens, reagents, calibrators, controls, etc. that contain
human blood or serum as potentially infectious.
Use established, good laboratory working practices when handling specimens.
Wear protective gear, gloves, lab coats, safety glasses or face shields and
follow other biosafety practices as specified in OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen
Rule (29 CFR Part 1910, 1030) or other equivalent biosafety procedures.
(For USA only). For additional information on collecting venous and capillary
samples, refer to NCCLS document H3-A4 and NCCLS document H4-A4
(sept.1999).
The sample collection tube must be filled to the exact quantity of blood
indicated on the tube itself. Any incorrectly measured blood sample
collections will show a variation in results.