Owner manual

Section 6
Test Procedure – QBC AccuTube
TM
6.1MATERIALS PROVIDED
The Autoread Plus Hematology System consists
of the following instruments and accessories with
which to perform hematology tests:
•QBC Autoread Plus Analyzer with software
cartridge
•QBCPowerPack
•QBC Capillary Centrifuge
•Printer
•CalibrationCheckRod
•Workstation
•Forceps
•QBCPipetterwithAccuTubeSpacer
6.2MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED
•QBCAccuTubes
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•Lint-freetissue
6.3 HEMATOLOGY TEST PROCEDURE WITH
QBC ACCUTUBE
•Besure QBC blood tubes have not exceeded
their labeled expiration date or open vial
stability.
•Maintainlaboratorytemperatureat68°to98°F
(20° to 37°C).
•Venous blood: specimen must be well-mixed
and at room temperature.
•Capillary blood: collect only from free-flowing
finger puncture or plantar surface of heel in
infants less than one year old.
WARNING
Acridine orange reagent may be toxic; do not
ingest. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and
clothing.
WARNING
Blood specimens may contain the Hepatitis B
Virus (HBV), Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Human
Immuno deficiency Virus (HIV), or other disease-
causing agents. Handle all patient specimens
as potential biohazards capable of transmitting
infection. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment, including gloves, when collecting
and processing blood.
WARNING
QBC blood tubes are made of glass. Be careful
when handling and preparing tubes to prevent
breakage and possible injury. Inspect QBC
AccuTubes before use. Do not use cracked or
scratched tubes.
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