EKF Lactate Scout+ - Page 5

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Intended use and safety guidelines
• TheLactateScout+mayonlybeused
with the Lactate Scout sensors to
determine the lactate concentration in
capillary whole blood. The Lactate Scout
sensors are only for single use.
• Onlyforexternalapplicationoutsidethe
body. (In-vitro diagnostic application)
• LactateScout+issuitableforself-testing.
It can also be used by qualied staff in
various medical faculties. Test results
should only be used as guidance in making
decisions for further treatment of patients
following a suitable period of evaluation.
• KeepLactateScout+andaccessoriesoutof
the reach of children (choking hazard due to
small parts).
• Theprincipalriskofinfectionisinthe
handling of blood samples when measuring
lactate concentrations.
•Onlyundamagedandunusedlancets
and sensors may be used. Used sensors,
lancets and cellulose cloths pose a risk of
infection. These must be safely disposed of
as household waste following use.
• Protectiveglovesmustbewornwhen
performing tests on third parties.
• Thesterilesingleuselancetsmayonly
be used to draw capillary blood on the
ngertips or earlobes.
Unpacking
Unpack the system and check that the
following components are present and
undamaged in the pack. If there is anything
missing contact customer support.
Lactate Scout+ Analyzer / 1,5V AAA/LR03 batteries (2x)
User manual