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10-36 ADVIA Autoslide Slide Maker Stainer
Reagent Storage and Stability
Store Stain, Buffer, and Methanol tightly closed between 15°C and 30°C.
During the system run, cover each reagent with Parafilm or equivalent to avoid
excessive evaporation.
When unopened, reagents are stable until the expiration date printed on the
product label when stored at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C.
Once opened, reagents are stable for 45 days.
Do not refrigerate.
Refer to the online ADVIA 2120/2120i Operator’s Guide for information on
specimen collection.
Material required but not provided
Microscope slides (26 x 76 x 1 mm)
Size:
76 x 26 x 1mm
Description:
ground edges, rounded corners, super frost
Use slides provided by Siemens approved vendors only.
Limitations
Wright Giemsa reagents produce high quality stained blood films. However,
there may be personal preferences in shades and intensities of staining not
satisfied by the system.
Results
When used with the ADVIA Autoslide Slide Maker Stainer, the Wright Giemsa
reagents will produce a consistent stain quality to facilitate accurate and reliable
interpretation.
Technical Assistance
For customer support, please contact your local technical support provider or
distributor.
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