Una Health Ltd
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Author: E. C. Hamer
UH-POC-TM-2 Revision 1
Date of Issue 26.04.10
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Page 25 of 54
Printed 27 April 2010
The Test Strips
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No preparation required
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Storage conditions – most at RT (see Appendix 2 for individual tests)
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The test strip containers have desiccants contained in the lids to keep the
strips dry. The lid must be replaced after every opening.
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Once the strip has been removed it must be used within the hour
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Once the blood sample has been added , the test strip must be tested
immediately
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Shelf life – 6 – 12 months (see expiry date on strip container)
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Must be disposed of as clinical waste
Calibration
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No calibration required – all calibration information is stored on the magnetic
strip on the reverse of the test strip
Sample Pad
Reagent
Layers
Magnetic strip
located on the
underside
of
the test strip
