Abbott i-STAT Alinity - I-STAT Cartridges

1.12 - i-STAT Cartridges
Overview
i‑STAT cartridges contain test reagents which are located on sensors on the top of the cartridge. The
instrument and cartridge work together to generate a clinically meaningful result.
The cartridges are designed for use with the i‑STAT Alinity instrument.
Note:
• Not all cartridges are available in all regions. Check with your local representave for
availability in specic markets. Scanning a cartridge that is unavailable will result in a
pop-up window that displays Invalid Cartridge Type.
• Customizaon may aect analyte availability.
• For access to cartridge-specic Instrucons for Use (IFU) and analyte-specic CTI
Sheets, access the Support page on the Abbo Point of Care website
www.globalpointofcare.abbo.
Cartridge Specic
aons
Shelf Life: Refrigerated at 2ºC to 8ºC (35ºF to 46ºF) unl expiraon date. Refer to the cartridge box for
room temperature storage requirements.
Preparaon for Use: Individual cartridges may be used aer standing ve minutes at room temperature.
An enre box of cartridges should stand at room temperature for one hour. All cartridges should be used
immediately aer opening pouch. If the pouch has been punctured, the cartridge should not be used.
Cartridges stored in refrigerator:
• T
emperature must be 2-8°C (35-46°F)
• Cartridges expire on the date printed on the pouch
Cartridges stored at room temperature:
• T
emperature must be 18-30°C (64-86°F)
• Once cartridge is at room temperature the expiraon date changes
• Cartridge should not be returned to the refrigerator once out for more than 5 minutes.
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i-STAT Alinity — System Operaons Manual Art: 745524-01 Rev. I Rev. Date: 02-Nov-2022