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Sample preparation
The following criteria must be met to ensure accurate results:
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The ESR test is performed within 4 hours of collection with samples at
ambient temperature (18-25°C), or on blood samples which have been
stored at 2-8°C for a maximum of 24 hours since the time of collection.
Refrigerated samples should be restored to ambient room temperature
prior to analysis.
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The test can be performed if the test tubes contain a volume of blood from
1.5 mL to 4 mL.
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Whether using the CUBE 30 touch system in the batch or random
access mode, be sure to mix the samples before starting the test. The
sample must be mixed gently by complete inversion of the tube a
minimum of 8 times, so that any air bubble move along the entire tube
from one end to the other. Do not shake, vortex, or agitate the sample
vigorously, as this could cause excessive bubbling or hemolysis
.
WARNING: Ensure the test tube is hermetically sealed.
Test tube compatibility
The following 13x75 mm EDTA tubes are compatible with the instrument:
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VACUETTE
™
(
GREINER BIO
-
ONE
)
AND SIMILAR
.
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VACUTAINER®
(BD)
V
ACUTEST
®
KIMA
,
V
ENOSAFE
®
TERUMO
V
ACUTRUST
,
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RUBBER R
UBBER CAP
,
BD,
T
ERUMO
(
WITH DESIGNATED ADAPTOR
(“A”
F
IG
.7))
-
SARSTEDT
®
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