Chapter 1
1.4. Features of the Heska Element COAG
™
Analyzer
1.4.1. Symbols Used in Labeling
!
E
Caution, risk of danger
(see accompanying warn-
ing text)
Caution, risk of electric shock
Alternating Current
Direct Current
USB Connection
1.4.2. Intended Use of the Heska Element COAG
™
Cartridges
The Heska Element COAG
™
cartridges are exclusively intended for use with the Heska
Element COAG
™
Analyzer. Utilizing it with other instruments is not advisable.
•
Each Heska Element COAG
™
cartridge is clearly labeled with test type and individ-
ually packed in a sealed pouch with a desiccant bag to protect it from moisture.
•
Once the pouch has been opened, the Heska Element COAG
™
cartridge must be
used within the time limit stated on the package insert.
•
Do not use the cartridge after its expiration date since it is only stable until the date
stamped on the pouch. Using it after the duration date can result in inaccurate test
results.
•
Do not store the Heska Element COAG
™
cartridge outside the temperature range
stated on the package insert:
– Fibrinogen Test (36 °F to 46 °F) / (2
◦
C to 8
◦
C)
– PT/aPTT Combination Test (36 °F to 46 °F) / (2
◦
C to 8
◦
C)
– DEA 1 Canine Blood Typing Test (36 °F to 77 °F) / (2
◦
C to 25
◦
C)
– Feline A & B Blood Typing Test (36 °F to 77 °F) / (2
◦
C to 25
◦
C)
•
The Heska Element COAG
™
cartridges should be at room temperature before use,
i.e., between
59 °F
to
86 °F
(
15
◦
C
to
30
◦
C
). Exposing the cartridge to extreme
temperatures impairs its accuracy.
•
Used cartridges, pipettes and collection tubes are considered potentially infectious.
Dispose them off properly in accordance with the policies and regulations practiced
at the place of operation.
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