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5.2.1 Reagent rotor storage and disposal
❖ Store test rotors in the refrigerator between 2–8°C.
❖ Remove test rotor from refrigerator and allow to warm up to room temperature for 20
minutes in sealed pouch prior to sample analysis.
❖ Test rotors in sealed pouches can be stored at room temperature for a maximum of 48
hours.
❖ Do not expose the test rotor to direct sunlight, or temperatures over 32°C.
❖ Remove test rotor from sealed pouch, hold the rotor by the edge only to avoid
contamination. Test rotors should be used within 10 minutes after opening the sealed
pouch. Once test rotors have been removed from the sealed pouch, they should not be
returned to the refrigerator.
❖ Patient information can be written on the test rotor in the grey area.
❖ Avoid marking or damaging the barcode at the center of the test rotor.
❖ Insert test rotor into analyzer immediately after pipetting patient sample. Do not shake
rotor after patient sample has been pipetted.
❖ Test rotors are single use only. Used test rotors should be disposed of in accordance
with regulations.
❖ Damaged test rotors should be disposed of immediately. Avoid contact with reagents
contained within rotors.