Chapter 7
7.2. Test Specifications
90 seconds for the instrument to warm up the test cartridge to the operating temperature
of
99 °F
/
37
◦
C
. Lower and higher temperatures may change the warm up time. Once the
procedure of the assay begins, the result is reported as soon as a clot is identified in either
of the measuring channels. Typically, this occurs within approximately 10 minutes.
Each test cartridge is individually packed in a sealed pouch with a desiccant bag and a
disposable pipette. The pouch should be stored at refrigerated temperatures (
36 °F
to
46 °F
/
2
◦
C
to
8
◦
C
). Remove the pouch from the refrigerator and allow the cartridge to
reach room temperature prior to running the test. The pouch should not be exposed to
direct sunlight. Once the pouch has been opened, the cartridge should be used within
10 minutes. A cartridge must be used within that day. Do not return a warmed cartridge
to the refrigerator. If stored in accordance with these guidelines, the test cartridges are
stable until the expiration date printed on the pouch label.
The test cartridge can be used only once and only in combination with the Heska Element
COAG
™
Analyzer. Once used, the cartridge, pipette and sample collection tube should
be considered as potentially infectious. Dispose of them properly in accordance with the
policies and regulations at the place of operation.
!
Always strictly adhere to all biohazard safety guidelines pertaining to handling
and disposing of animal blood samples.
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