
IFU_EN_GEN-HT Version 1.01
July2020
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All samples should be handled as if they are infectious, following conventional biosafety
precautions.
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for OptiGene reagents are available from OptiGene
Limited. In particular, MSDS for the COVID-19 RT-LAMP kits and COV-19-Direct LAMP kits
are available from the OptiGene Limited website (
http://www.optigene.co.uk/human-
diagnostics/
)
Dispose of used strips as contaminated laboratory waste
Storage and Handling
The Genie HT is a heavy instrument and weighs 18kg. Lift from the front and back of the
instrument, never from the lids. Keep the lids closed when not in use to prevent the ingress of
dust or contaminants to the optics.
Handle the instrument and its accessories with care and wear appropriate personal protective
equipment when preparing and handling Genie® strips. See the specific instructions for the
preparation and use of the Genie® strips, supplied with the assay. OptiGene assay Instructions for
Use (e.g. COVID-19_RNA RT-LAMP KIT-500_IFU V1.0 10/07/2020 and COVID-19_Direct RT-LAMP KIT-
500_IFU V1.0 10/07/2020 for SARS-CoV-2 RNA) are supplied with the reagent kits.
Serious Incidents
Any serious incidents encountered during the use if this device must be reported in the first
incidence to OptiGene Ltd.