Operating Your Analyzer
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z Keep dust from the prepared diluent.
z When preparing a prediluted sample, only use lint-free tissue to wipe the
external wall of the capillary tube; do not use cotton balls.
z After mixing the capillary sample with the diluent, wait 5 minutes before
running the sample.
z Run the prediluted samples within 30 minutes after the mixing.
z Mix any sample that has been prepared for a while before running it.
z Evaluate predilute stability based on your laboratory’s sample population
and sample collection techniques or methods.