Overview of the VetScan i-STAT 1 System .................................................2–3
Precautions.................................................................................................4–5
Prepare the Analyzer...................................................................................6–7
Install/Change Batteries
Check/Change Date and Time
Check Software and Status
Analyzer Customization Options ...............................................................8–10
Shipment and Storage of Cartridges ...............................................................11
Using a Cartridge for Patient Tests................................................................11
Perform a Patient Test
(CG4+, CG8+, G, Crea, E3+, 6+, CHEM8+, EC8+, or ACT Celite cartridges)
....12–15
Collect the Sample
Prepare the Sample and Cartridge
Fill and Insert the Cartridge
Perform a Patient Test
(cTnI cartridge)
..............................................................16-18
Review Results.............................................................................................19
VetScan i-STAT Test Reference Ranges .......................................................20
Quality Checks, Troubleshooting, Cartridge & Test Information....................21
Reviewing Stored Results ............................................................................22
Printing Results ......................................................................................23–29
Downloader and Downloader/Recharger ................................................30–31
Deleting Results from the Analyzer..............................................................32
Manufacturer’s Quality System Instructions ................................................33
Checking Analyzer with the Electronic Simulator .........................................34
Periodic Procedures......................................................................................35
Cleaning and Decontamination
Updating Software
Thermal Probe Check
Symbols..................................................................................................36–37
Bibliography for VetScan i-STAT Test Reference Ranges ........................37–38
Warranty .......................................................................................................39
Table of Contents
Art: 723085-00K Rev. Date: 30-OCT-2014
