cobas h 232 User Manual

Performing a Test
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4 Performing a Test
What you need:
■ Suitable blood sampling system to collect venous whole blood
■ cobas h 232 meter
■ Roche CARDIAC test strips for the desired test, with the supplied code chip
■ Roche CARDIAC pipettes (or other suitable pipettes with pipetting volume of 150 L) for
applying the sample to the test strip
Always …
■ … operate the meter according to the specified operating conditions (see page 183).
■ … follow the information on correct handling of test strips in the package insert.
■ … place the meter on a level, vibration-free surface when applying the sample to the sample
application area of the test strip. Once the sample has been completely absorbed by the
test strip, you can move the meter.
■ … keep the meter clean. See “Maintenance and Care” on page 169.
Only heparinized blood collection tubes are allowed. Refer to test strip package insert.
The Roche CARDIAC family includes several strips. Always ensure that the disposables you
are using (e.g., test strips) are intended for use with the cobas h 232 meter. Some tests might
require a minimum software version. Ensure that the software version on the cobas h 232
meter is compatible with the test you are running (refer to the corresponding package insert
for details). Contact your Roche representative if the cobas h 232 meter requires a software
update.

cobas h 232 Specifications

General

Device Type	Point-of-care analyzer
Sample Type	Whole blood, plasma
Measured Parameters	Troponin T, Myoglobin, D-Dimer, NT-proBNP
Connectivity	USB
Intended Use	cardiac markers
Data Management	LIS connectivity
Throughput	Single test
Sample Volume	150 µL
Operating Temperature	15-30 °C
Operating Humidity	10-85% (non-condensing)
Display	Color touchscreen
Measurement Principle	Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)