Hologic thinprep 2000 - Sample Is Dilute

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INSTRUMENT TROUBLESHOOTING
6.20 ThinPrep 2000 Processor Operator’s Manual
Sample Is Dilute
This message is displayed when most of the sample has been aspirated through the filter membrane,
but the percentage of filter coverage has not reached the target coverage. This message is only a
warning; the instrument continues to make a slide from the sample. Upon completion of the
sequence, the instrument emits an audible alert until the operator presses the ENTER key. The slide
should be stained and screened.
Reason for Message
There is a possibility of low concentration of cells in the sample.
Procedure
See flowchart on next page.