Heska element COAG+ - 5.3 Patient Health Status; 5.4 Performing a Test; 5.5 Collecting Sample

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Do not use this instrument near cellular or cordless telephones,
walkie talkies, garage door openers, radio transmitters, or
other electrical or electronic equipment that are sources of
electromagnetic radiation, as these may interfere with the proper
operation of the instrument.
5.3 Patient Health Status
Current patient health status may cause inaccurate or unexpected test
results. It is important to take certain health factors into consideration
when interpreting the test results and deciding on a course of action for
your patients. Failure to do so may lead to an incorrect interpretation of
the test result.
5.4 Performing a Test
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The analyzer should be placed on a level surface that is free of
vibration. Testing on an uneven or unstable surface may cause
inaccurate results. DO NOT hold the analyzer in your hands during
the testing.
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Strictly follow the test procedure specified in the manual to perform
the test.
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DO NOT move or touch the analyzer during testing.
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After inserting the test strip, please confirm the codechip. Failure to
do so may cause inaccurate test result.
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Do not add the sample until the system prompts you to start adding
sample.
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When using fresh whole blood, the blood sample must be applied
to the test strip immediately after collection. Otherwise, the blood
sample may begin clotting and cause inaccurate results.
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The sample should be added in one continuous operation; do not
reapply additional sample.
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Do not use the device for unintended purposes, failure to do so
may cause unexpected test results.
5.5 Collecting Sample
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Use fresh venous whole blood and citrated whole blood. Do not
use plasma.
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The drop of blood must be a minimum of 10 μL.