Abaxis i-STAT Alinity v - Acceptable Sample Types; Sample Collection and Handling

*The VetScan E3+ cartridge containing test for Chloride (Cl) which runs on the VetScan
i-STAT 1 is not currently supported and will not run on the i-STAT Alinity v Analyzer.
Sample Collection and Handling
i-STAT Alinity v — User Manual 650-7100 Rev. A28
Acceptable Sample Types:
Crea CG8+ CG4+ Chem8+ *E3+ EC8+ G 6+
Follow manufacturer’s recommendation for lling the following:
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Venous whole blood
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Collect in a lithium heparin tube
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Collect in a syringe containing balanced heparin
• Arterial whole blood
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Collect in an arterial blood gas syringe containing balanced heparin
• Capillary whole blood
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Collect in a balanced heparin capillary tube
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Recommend 150 μl capillary tube
Not all cartridges are available in all regions. Contact Abaxis Technical Support for
availability in specic markets.
Crea CG8+ CG4+ Chem8+ *E3+ EC8+ G 6+
• Venous and arterial samples
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Always mix sample immediately before removing for testing
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Graphics on the analyzer instruct on proper mixing technique
• Capillary samples
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Fill cartridge immediately after sample collection
Sample Handling