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Beckman Coulter COULTER HmX User Manual

Beckman Coulter COULTER HmX
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COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer
COULTER HmX Hematology Analyzer with
Autoloader
Operator’s Training
Guide
PN 4237530BB (March 2011)
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821
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Beckman Coulter COULTER HmX Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBeckman Coulter
ModelCOULTER HmX
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Coulter HmX Hematology Analyzer

About This Training Guide

Explains the purpose, scope, and organization of the training guide.

Conventions Used in the Training Guide

Details the typographic and symbolic conventions used throughout the guide.

Getting to Know Your HmX Instrument

Data Management System (DMS) Overview

Describes the functions, components, and screen conventions of the DMS.

Main Unit Components and Controls

Identifies and explains the functions of the main unit's hardware components and modules.

Instrument Modes of Operation

Explains the Primary, Secondary, Predilute, and Retic modes of instrument operation.

Reagents for the HmX Analyzer

Reagents Connected to the Main Unit

Lists reagents, their recommended use, function, and open container stability.

Changing Reagents and Priming Lines

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing reagent containers and priming lines.

Startup and Shutdown Procedures

Instrument Startup Process

Details the process for initiating and reviewing instrument startup and system checks.

Instrument Shutdown and Clean Cycle

Explains the steps for performing a clean cycle and shutting down the instrument.

Setting Up Instrument Options

Control File Set Up

Guides on setting up control files, including LATRON, 5C, and RETIC controls.

Sample Analysis Set Up Configuration

Covers setting action limits, flags, normal ranges, and print options for sample analysis.

System Set Up and Configuration

Details system configurations like shift, institution, communication, date/time, and password.

Quality Control Procedures

LATRON Primer and Control

Explains the procedure for running LATRON primer and control for daily QC.

5C Cell Control for Quality Control

Details the preparation, handling, and running of 5C Cell Control for QC.

Retic-C Cell Control Procedures

Covers the procedure for running Retic-C Cell Control for reticulocyte analysis QC.

XB Analysis for Quality Control

Explains the XB analysis as a quality control tool using patient samples.

Instrument Calibration

Calibration Procedures and Requirements

Outlines the purpose, when to calibrate, and preliminary procedures for calibration.

CBC Calibration Process

Details the steps for performing CBC calibration using S-CAL Calibrator.

Sample Analysis Workflow

Sample Handling and Bar-Code Labeling

Covers specimen collection, storage, and bar-code labeling requirements.

Running Whole Blood Patient Samples

Explains procedures for running samples in Primary and Secondary modes.

Retic Mode Sample Analysis

Details sample preparation and analysis for reticulocyte counts.

Using the Worklist for Sample Management

Explains the use of the worklist for managing samples and handling errors.

Data Review and Analysis

Data Base Query Operations

Describes how to sort, retrieve, review, print, and archive sample data.

Basics of CBC Analysis Principles

Explains the Coulter Principle, dilutions, and how parameters are derived.

RBC Parameters and Histograms

Details RBC count, histogram, MCV, and RDW parameters and flagging.

WBC Parameters and Differential Analysis

Explains WBC count, differential, and parameter calculations.

VCS Technology and Scatterplot Analysis

Covers VCS applications, measurements, and scatterplot analysis.

Flagging and Condition Messages

Explains different types of flags and condition messages generated by the system.

Basic Troubleshooting Guide

Module and Component Identification

Identifies and describes the main modules and their components.

Sample Flow Path

Traces the sample path through the instrument for aspiration and analysis.

Troubleshooting Techniques and Subsystems

Outlines methods for recognizing and resolving instrument problems.

Summary Pages Overview

Understanding Summary Pages

Explains the purpose, design, and presentation of summary pages.

Trademarks

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