Abbott m-PIMA User Manual

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1 INTRODUCTION
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1 INTRODUCTION
Intended Use
The m-PIMA™ Analyser is a portable automated bench-top analyser for
processing m-PIMA™ test cartridges. The m-PIMA™ Analyser is suited to be
used in laboratory as well as in non-laboratory environments.
The instrument is classied as in vitro diagnosc device.
User Prole
User proles are described in detail in the respecve Package Inserts (PI) of the
m-PIMA™ test cartridges.
Test Principle
An m-PIMA™ test consists of a disposable test cartridge containing both dried
reagents and liquid buer and the m-PIMA™ Analyser.
Depending on the test cartridge used, appropriate volumes of test sample are
applied onto the cartridge.
During processing of the test, data is recorded, analysed and interpreted using
soware embedded within the instrument. Upon compleon of the test the
cartridge is removed from the m-PIMA™ Analyser and a test result is displayed.
For detailed informaon on the test principle of the individual assay, please
refer to the respecve Cartridge Guides.
Data Handling
The m-PIMA™ Analyser provides for data entry (Operator, Sample ID), archiving
and connecvity to printers, data storage media and remote FTP servers.
You can save all results in the on-board archive and retrieve or download and
export them at any me aer the test.
Addionally, you can print a Test Report using the aached external USB
Printer.

Abbott m-PIMA Specifications

General

Brand	Abbott
Model	m-PIMA
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English