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Sample Type | Whole Blood |
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Throughput | 60 samples per hour |
Type | Hematology Analyzer |
Parameters Measured | WBC, RBC, HGB, MCV, HCT, MCH, MCHC, PLT, RDW, MPV |
Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
Operating Temperature | 15°C to 30°C |
Provides an overview of the CELL-DYN 3000 analyzer and its in vitro diagnostic use.
Details the main modules of the CELL-DYN 3000: Analyzer and Data Station.
Describes the components visible on the front and panels of the Analyzer.
Explains the function and components of the Data Station, including its monitor and keyboards.
Outlines the importance of authorized installation for system functionality and performance.
Specifies the necessary counter space and surrounding clearance for the instrument.
Provides procedures for connecting and configuring the graphics or ticket printer.
Details the mechanical, electrical, and tubing connections for the Sample Loader.
Explains the basic principles of measurement, counting, and calculation for hematologic parameters.
Describes the process of White Blood Cell measurement using optical channels and flow cytometry.
Explains the impedance method used for Red Blood Cell and Platelet counting and sizing.
Details the colorimetric determination of Hemoglobin using a modified hemiglobincyanide method.
Covers instrument messages, fault conditions, and parameter flagging for result interpretation.
Provides dimensions and weight for the CELL-DYN 3000SL Analyzer and components.
Details voltage requirements, settings, and power consumption for the system.
Outlines operating environment, cycle times, aspiration volumes, and batch size.
Covers background counts, precision, linearity, accuracy, and carryover specifications.
Covers system configuration options like Date/Time, Patient Limits, and Reagent Log.
Details procedures for daily operation, including Data Station screens and sample analysis.
Provides instructions for daily start-up, QC checks, and running samples.
Explains how to access, customize, and review data stored in the Data Log.
Explains the calibration process and the direct measured parameters.
Lists the materials required for calibration: Calibrator, Fresh Whole Blood, and Latex Particles.
Provides an overview of the two methods for calibration: Auto-Cal and Manual Calibration.
Details checks to verify proper instrument performance before starting calibration.
Covers Auto-Cal and Manual Calibration procedures for the Open Mode.
Details calibration procedures for Closed Mode using Auto-Cal and Manual methods.
Introduces quality control options for monitoring and validating instrument performance.
Describes options for setting up QC files: X-B Setup, File View, Limits, and Customization.
Provides guidelines for running controls, Westgard rules, and X-B analysis.
Explains the multi-rule system used to detect random or systematic error in control results.
Details the automated monitoring of instrument performance using red cell indices moving average.
States the intended use and performance considerations for the CELL-DYN 3000 system.
Specifies environmental and placement requirements for optimal instrument operation and safety.
Outlines critical safety measures related to electrical connections and component handling.
Details safety measures for components that may cause pinch or puncture injuries.
Provides guidance on handling potentially infectious blood specimens and clinical materials.
Covers proper storage conditions and handling procedures for reagents, calibrators, and controls.
Advises on safety measures related to the instrument's laser components.
Highlights the minimal routine maintenance required and automated procedures.
Outlines recommended daily, weekly, monthly, and as-required maintenance tasks.
Details the automated procedure for cleaning the instrument's fluid pathways and components.
Provides instructions for regular cleaning and lubrication of the shear valve assembly.
Explains the procedure for replacing the aspiration peristaltic pump tubing.
Describes the cleaning procedure for Analyzer and Data Station air filters.
Details the procedure for an extended automated cleaning cycle.
Explains how to clean the RBC/PLT aperture plate when routine methods fail.
Describes manual cleaning of the HGB flow cell if Auto-Clean is insufficient.
Provides an overview of identifying, troubleshooting, and correcting instrument problems.
Describes the soft keys available for obtaining information and executing troubleshooting programs.
Guides the operator through problem identification, isolation, and corrective actions.
Provides information on contacting the Abbott Customer Support Center for assistance.
Details procedures for common issues like power, initialization, and probe unclogging.
Lists instrument messages and fault conditions with their probable causes and corrective actions.
Summarizes general fault conditions, probable causes, and corrective actions.
Summarizes sample-related fault conditions, probable causes, and corrective actions.
Describes the printer's capability for graphics reports and ticket printouts.
Instructions for connecting the printer and customizing graphics report printouts.
Details how to print result data on blank or pre-printed tickets.
Provides instructions for loading individual tickets into the printer.
Describes routine cleaning of the printer's carriage shaft and platen.
Offers guidance on common printer issues and contacting support.
Introduces the automated sample-handling system and its components.
Describes CELL-DYN Bar Code Labels and Q Labels for specimen identification.
Provides guidelines for securely and correctly placing bar code labels on tubes.
Details the main module and tower unit components of the Sample Loader.
Explains the functions of the primary and manual operation keys on the Sample Loader.
Describes the functional description and sequence of operations for the Sample Loader.
Refers to Chapter 5 for routine operating procedures with the Sample Loader.
Directs users to Chapter 9 for Sample Loader maintenance procedures.
Guides users to Chapter 10 for diagnosing and resolving Sample Loader faults.
Provides an overview of bar coding, its usage, and system elements.
Explains how bar code labels store data and how scanners decode them.
Details common features of bar code systems, including quiet zones and start/stop characters.
Describes Code 39, Interleaved 2 of 5, and Codabar symbologies supported by the Sample Loader.
Outlines specifications for characters per label based on symbology and tube length.
Lists the physical specifications required for bar code labels to ensure proper scanning.