HemoCue 201 DM Reference Manual

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Dilution possibilities
Dilution function is only applicable for HemoCue Glucose 201 DM Analyzer. The function is
not available in all markets.
Whole Blood: Results above 400 mg/dL (22.2 mmol/L) will be displayed as overrange. The
measuring range may be extended to 800 mg/dL (44.4 mmol/L) by dilution with saline, 1+1.
Plasma equivalent: Results above 444 mg/dL (24.6 mmol/L) will be displayed as overrange.
The measuring range may be extended to 888 mg/dL (49.2 mmol/L) by dilution with saline,
1+1.
Samples must be mixed thoroughly before dilution and measurement.
By using the dilution function in the Analyzer, the stored and displayed result will
automatically be multiplied by a factor of 2.
Dilution of the sample may reduce the accuracy of the result.
Not UsedNot Used
OptionalOptional
Dilution
(Dilution with
NaCl
1+1)
4
1
3
2
FIGURE 3-66
When the Dilution button is pressed in the
Patient Test Settings menu (see FIGURE
3-55), the setting to enable the use of
diluted samples is displayed.
The options available are displayed as
buttons (1). The option currently in use is
indicated by the selected Radio button (2).
Not Used : The dilution function cannot be
activated on the Analyzer.
Optional : The dilution function can be
activated on the Analyzer.
a) To change the setting, press the button
for the desired option (1).
b) Press the Confirm button (4) to return to
the Patient Test Settings menu, FIGURE
3-55.
1 Options for dilution function
2 Selected option
3 Explanation of the type of dilution possible
4 Confirm button

HemoCue 201 DM Specifications

General

Brand	HemoCue
Model	201 DM
Category	Docking Station
Language	English