Roche Diagnostics
Instructions for Use · Version 13.0 7
cobas b 123 POC system
Intended use
The cobas b 123 POC system is a fully automated POC system for in vitro
measurement of pH, blood gases (BG), electrolytes (ISE), hematocrit (Hct),
metabolites (Glu, Lac), total hemoglobin (tHb), hemoglobin derivatives (O
2
Hb,
HHb, COHb, MetHb), oxygen saturation (SO
2
) and neonatal bilirubin (Bili).
In addition, the cobas b 123 POC system calculates derived parameters.
It is dedicated for use in a Point-of-Care environment and laboratory.
The integrated AutoQC module and the oximeter module are available as an option.
Intended user
Users of the cobas b 123 POC system are trained professionals in the laboratory and
trained healthcare professionals in a point-of-care environment.
Use environment
The cobas b 123 POC system is intended to be operated in point-of-care settings and
hospital laboratories.
Symbols and abbreviations
Product names Except where the context clearly indicates otherwise, the following product names
and abbreviations are used.
Symbols used in the publication
Product name Descriptor
cobas b 123 POC system system
cobas b 123 Fluid Pack Fluid Pack
cobas b 123 Sensor Cartridge Sensor Cartridge
cobas b 123 AutoQC Pack AutoQC Pack
cobas b 123 AutoCVC Pack AutoCVC Pack
cobas b 123 Printer Paper printer paper
Table 2 Product names
Symbol Explanation
o List item
r Start of a task
s End of a task
u Related topics containing further information
q Tip. Extra information on correct use or useful hints.
Table 3 Symbols used in the publication