SAMPLE LOADING AND TESTING
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MosaiQ 125 - User Manual - November 2020 - Reference n°: MMSURM.0010.02
8.3
PREPARING SAMPLE RACKS AND TUBES
The following sections explain how to load and test samples into the
MosaiQ 125
.
WARNING
Please consult our catalog for tube size adapters and contact your local
technical representative for appropriate
MosaiQ 125
configuration.
This section explains how to prepare sample racks and sample tubes before they are loaded onto the
MosaiQ 125
. Failure to load the sample racks and tubes correctly may result in error messages.
Sample tubes hold patient or donor red blood cell samples that have been centrifuged prior to
testing. Sample tubes must correspond to the references described in
chapter 8.11
of this manual, to
be compatible with the
MosaiQ 125
sample racks.
The
MosaiQ 125
can hold up to 10 sample racks, with each sample rack accommodating 12 sample
tubes for a maximum capacity of 120 sample tubes.
NOTICE
Ensure all samples fulfill the sample preparation requirements prior
to loading on
MosaiQ 125
.
For detailed information about specimen
preparation please follow the instructions for use for MosaiQ SDS
Magazines.
For detailed information please refer to the
MosaiQ SDS Magazine
instructions for use for serological
disease screening assays. Within one sample rack, only sample tubes of the same type may be used
to avoid problems during the aspiration of liquids.
NOTICE
The sample racks provided with the
MosaiQ 125
are used for standard
sample tubes as referred in
chapter 8.11
.
If you need a specific rack for sample tubes with other specifications,
please contact your local technical representative.
Each sample rack includes a contact pin that is located at the top center of the rack.
(rack contact pin)
8.4
SELECTING LOADING LANE
Select the sample rack type corresponding to the run to be processed by
MosaiQ 125
.
Insert the tubes in the sample rack making sure that the Sample ID barcode is visible from the same
side as the rack barcodes.
(visible sample tubes barcodes)
The sample loading supports loading of up to 10 sample racks on individual lanes for samples and
controls. The status of each lane is indicated by its corresponding lane status indicator (white lights).
The loading station uses a laser beam to read the racks and tube barcodes, please follow the related
safety information.
WARNING
Eye injuries due to laser radiation
Laser products that are normally safe for momentary exposure due to the
protection afforded eyes by aversion reactions, such as blinking, but that
can be dangerous if someone deliberately looks into the beam.
Caution is required for visual impairments caused by residual images or
reflection actions caused by surprise.
NOTICE
Handling and cleaning of optical surfaces
•
Do not touch any optical surfaces.
•
Only clean the optical surfaces with a soft and lint-free wipe.
•
Do not use any harsh detergents or solutions (e.g. acetone).
