VI. RUNNING A TEST, continued
How to Run an Electrochemical Test with a Reflectance Test
1.
Insert the MEMo Chip that matches the lot number on both the
electrochemical AND the reflectance test strip vials.
2.
Press either button to turn on the analyzer.
3.
Remove a single electrochemical test strip from the test strip vial and
immediately replace the cap.
4.
Insert the electrochemical test strip into the designated electrochemical
test strip port.
5.
Remove a single reflectance test strip from test strip vial and
immediately replace cap.
6.
Insert the reflectance test strip into the designated test strip slot.
7.
The reflectance icon and electrochemical icon will display together.
8.
For the electrochemical test:
1. Obtain a drop of blood using a lancet per the correct technique.
2. Gently hold finger to the tip of the electrochemical test strip to
apply a drop of blood. Do not place blood on top of the test strip.
Do not press the test strip into the finger.
(If venous blood is used, collect in an EDTA or heparin tube. Invert
gently 5-7 times to mix completely. Immediately collect sample with
glass capillary tube and touch drop of blood to the tip of the test strip.)
3. Blood will be drawn into the strip automatically by capillary action.
4. Test result will display upon completion of the reflectance test
results.
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