CUBE 30 TOUCH | USER MANUAL
4 USE
4.1 Sample preparation
The following criteria must be met to ensure accurate results:
1. The ESR test is performed within 4 hours of collection with samples at ambient
temperature (18-25°C), or on blood samples which have been stored at 2-8°C for a
maximum of 24 hours since the time of collection. Refrigerated samples should
be restored to ambient room temperature prior to analysis (Ref. 28, 29).
2. The test can be performed if the test tubes contain a volume of blood:
• from 1 mL to 4 mL for Standard Tube 13x75 mm in EDTA
• from 1,5 mL to 4mL for Sarstedt S Tube (1,6mL, 1,8mL, 2,6mL, 2,7mL, 3,4mL)
• 500uL for MAP Microtainer® tube
3. Whether using the CUBE 30 TOUCH system in the batch or random access mode,
be sure to mix the samples before starting the test. The sample
must be mixed gently by complete inversion of the tube for a
minimum of 8 times, so that any air bubble move along the
entire tube from one end to the other. Do not shake, vortex, or
agitate the sample vigorously, as this could cause excessive bubbling or
hemolysis.
Mixing is important to minimize the risk of potential clotting.
WARNING: Ensure the test tube is hermetically sealed.
4.2 Test tube compatibility
“STANDARD” FORMAT
Dimensions 13x45mm
VACUETTE™ (GREINER BIO-ONE)
VACUTAINER® CONVENTIONAL CLOSURE (BD)
SARSTEDT S: MONOVETTE® 1,6mL
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