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ThinPrep™ 5000 Processor with AutoLoader Operator’s Manual
Chapter Four
GYNECOLOGIC SAMPLE PREPARATION
SECTION A:
Gynecologic Specimen Preparation.......................4.1
SECTION B:
Collection Preparation.............................................4.2
SECTION C:
Specimen Collection ................................................4.3
SECTION D:
Special Precautions ..................................................4.5
SECTION E:
Sample Processing Troubleshooting......................4.6
Chapter Five
NON-GYNECOLOGIC SAMPLE PREPARATION
SECTION A:
Introduction ..............................................................5.1
SECTION B:
Required Materials...................................................5.2
SECTION C:
Specimen Collection ................................................5.3
SECTION D:
General Steps for Sample Preparation ..................5.5
SECTION E:
Specimen Preparation Guidelines .......................5.13
SECTION F:
Sample Preparation Troubleshooting..................5.21
Chapter Six
USER INTERFACE
SECTION A:
Main Screen, Instrument Idle .................................6.3
SECTION B:
Main Screen, During Processing..........................6.16
SECTION C:
Switch Modes..........................................................6.21
SECTION D:
Administrative Options ........................................6.22