OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROCESSING COBAS AMPLICOR™ CT/NG
SAMPLES
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ThinPrep 2000 Processor Operator’s Manual
Table 5B.1: ThinPrep 2000 Processor Sequences and Modes
To initiate a sample processing sequence, simply press the key corresponding to the desired
sequence. The sequence will begin immediately after the key is pressed. If an incorrect sequence is
selected, press the STOP key to abort the sequence. At the end of the sequence, the display will return
to the Main Menu.
Caution:
Do not open the door during processing. Depending on where a sequence is inter-
rupted, cells may be lost or air-dried during recovery.
Key
Number
Description
1
SUPERFICIAL SAMPLES
Includes non-mucoid, superficial cell samples such as oral cavity samples,
nipple secretions, skin lesions (Tzanck test) and buccal samples.
2
FLUIDS, FNA AND FIRSTCYTE BREAST TEST SAMPLES
Includes non-mucoid body cavity fluids and fine needle aspirates.
3
MUCOID SAMPLES
Includes sputum samples, bronchial brush and wash samples, and gastro-
intestinal samples.
4
GYNECOLOGIC SAMPLES
Includes cell samples from the ectocervix and the endocervix. Use this
sequence for the ThinPrep Pap test.
6
STATUS
7
MAINTENANCE
8
TEST
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