System Calibration Introduction
UniCel DxC Systems Instructions For Use A13914 Reagent Load/Calibration
October 2005 Page 5-13
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System Calibration
System Calibration Introduction
System calibration is used to standardize the analysis of samples to existing
conditions. Refer to the Synchron Clinical Systems Chemistry Information Manual for
detailed information regarding such conditions. In general, system calibration is
required when:
• A new Cartridge Chemistry (CC) reagent cartridge is used (except when within lot
calibration applies).
• A new Modular Chemistry (MC) reagent is loaded.
• At recommended calibration frequency intervals.
• Indicated by control results.
• Defined per your laboratory policy.
• Electronic or module adjustment.
• Calibration set point modification.
• New lot calibrator diskette load.
• Specific maintenance procedures as defined in CHAPTER 10, Maintenance of this
manual are performed.
Calibrations options are identified in the Cal Options box in Figure 5.6. To access a cal
option, select Options [F6] from the Reagent Status screen shown in Figure 5.1. Then
select the pull-down menu in the Cal Options box to select the desired cal option. the
cal options are:
• Load calibrator diskettes
• Calibrator acceptance limits
• Modify set points
• Slope/offset adjustment
• Within lot calibration
• Enzyme validator
• Calibration override
• Bypass chemistry
• Extend calibration time
• Print cal report