GEM Hemochron 100 - Run an LQC Test

5 - Quality Control(QC)
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5.5 Run an LQCTest
BIOHAZARD: Running an LQC test requires the handling of biohazardous material. Strictly adhere to
the institution’s policies for the proper handling and disposal of biohazardous materials.
Before Running an LQCTest:
Have directCHECK Whole Blood Quality Controls ready for use as the LQC product during this test.
NOTE: Ensure the label on the LQC packaging is not damaged. If the label is damaged, it might be
unreadable; use another package.
NOTE: Keep the instrument on a horizontal and stable surface.
NOTE: If a test cartridge was left in the instrument from a previous test, remove and dispose in a
biohazardous waste container in accordance with institutional guidelines.
Run an LQCTest:
1 On the Home screen, select (Quality Control).
2 Select the appropriate tab (ACT+ or ACT-LR) for the type of LQC test that needs to be run ( Figure 65 ).
Figure 65 : LQC Testing is Allowed
3 When (Insert Test Cartridge) is displayed, insert the appropriate test cartridge (ACT+ or ACT-LR)
for the type of LQC test that needs to be performed.
NOTE: When inserting the test cartridge, fully insert it into the Test Cartridge Insertion Chamber.
4 A dialog box for entering LQC lot information is displayed ( Figure 66 ).
Figure 66 : Enter LQC Lot Information
5 To enter the LQC lot information, do either of the following:
● Select Scan and scan the compatible barcode on the Acceptable Performance Range label provided
on the package insert for that LQC.
● Manually enter the Acceptable Performance Range label information (touch the text eld to display
virtual keyboard).
6 Compare the LQC lot information in the dialog box with the human-readable LQC lot information on
Acceptable Performance Range label to verify it was entered correctly.