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 representave for
availability in specic markets. Scanning a cartridge that is unavailable will result in a
pop-up window that displays Invalid Cartridge Type.
• Customizaon may aect analyte availability.
• For access to cartridge-specic Instrucons for Use (IFU) and analyte-specic CTI
Sheets, access the Support page on the Abbo Point of Care website
www.globalpointofcare.abbo.
Cartridge Specic
aons
Shelf Life: Refrigerated at 2ºC to 8ºC (35ºF to 46ºF) unl expiraon date. Refer to the cartridge box for
room temperature storage requirements.
Preparaon for Use: Individual cartridges may be used aer standing ve minutes at room temperature.
An enre box of cartridges should stand at room temperature for one hour. All cartridges should be used
immediately aer 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 expiraon 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 Operaons Manual Art: 745524-01 Rev. I Rev. Date: 02-Nov-2022