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INR is a mathematical correction of the PT result that adjusts for
sensitivity differences among different PT systems.
Control Strips and Control Activation Solution
Quality control is an important part of PT testing to verify the integrity of
the performance characteristics of the testing system. The Coag-Sense
Meter has been designed with multiple internal systems to ensure proper
system function. When powered ON, the meter runs an extensive self-
check protocol to ensure, for example, that operating temperature, timing
functions, battery level and optical and mechanical functions are within
specification. There are 2 low control strips, 2 high control strips and a
control activation solution shipped with each test strip kit. Each control
strip contains plasma of known INR. Real plasma allows for a fully
functional liquid quality control test of both the a) reagent’s ability to
generate a clot and b) the analyzer’s ability to detect a clot. Control testing
confirms the performance of the system and should be completed
immediately for each new lot of test strips received.
NFC Tag:
Near Field Communication (NFC) Tag is a micro data tag with antenna
that contains the required test strip kit information. It allows transmission
of the test strip kit information to the meter. The NFC Tag is touched or
brought in close proximity of the NFC scanner built into the meter. The
scanner reads the data stored in the NFC tag and auto populates the
relevant information on the touch screen.