DxC Integrated Workstation In-Lab Training Manual
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Rev. A (June 2014)
Beckman Coulter Professional Development
Chapter 4
Sample Processing
Validated Sample Containers for Cap Piercing
The following containers have been validated for cap piercing on the UCTA and the
CTS* (Closed Tube Sampling) on the DxC.
Becton Dickinson VACUTAINER with HEMOGARD
13 x 75 mm
13 x 100 mm
16 x 100 mm
Greiner
VACUETTE
13 x 75 mm
13 x 100 mm
*This information applies only to systems configured with a 1-Blade Thick CTS
Note: 1-Blade Narrow CTS on the DxC is used for 92 x 15 mm or 75 x 15 mm
Sarstedt S-Monovette. These tubes are not commonly used in North America.
Minimum Sample Volume
All sample containers, sample cups and insert cups, must contain a minimum sample
volume to run tests. The
UCTA Primary Tube Sample Template
identifies the volume
of sample required to avoid sample and aliquot probe errors (QNS, probe motion
errors, probes aspirating gel or blood clot). For primary tubes use the template to verify
that the container has the required volume of sample for the tests ordered. For other
sample containers (low volume) use the dead volume for each container to guide you.
Sample Racks
Racks are available in multiple sizes and colors
Racks are configured in the system software
Racks are identified by the rack bar code
Rack labels are available and can be attached to the racks to help the operator
determine the appropriate rack in which to place a sample container
The 4 categories of sample racks are:
Shared
,
DxC/UCTA
,
DxC Only
and
DxI Only