CLINITEK Status+ Analyzer Operator’s Guide 53
Calibration & QC
6. If the white calibration bar is dirty or discolored, perform the
following steps:
a. Wet a new cotton-tipped stick or lint-free cloth with distilled
water and gently wipe and clean the calibration bar.
b. Allow the calibration bar to air dry.
c. Inspect the surface for dust, foreign material, scratches, or
scuffs.
If you cannot completely clean the calibration bar or if the bar
still has marks, order a new test table. Contact your Siemens
representative.
d. Place the test table, as described in step 5.
Quality Control Overview
Quality Control (QC) testing helps ensure that the urinalysis strips and
cassettes are reacting correctly and that the analyzer is accurately
reading them. QC also helps detect errors that result from user
techniques.
QC should be performed in accordance with local, state, and federal
guidelines.
This chapter provides only a general overview of quality control
testing. To run quality control, follow the instructions in the quality
control instructions for use product insert.
If you run a CLINITEK Status+ analyzer with a CLINITEK Status
connector, you can configure QC testing with reminder prompts and
the lockout feature. For more information about the QC configuration
settings, see the CLINITEK Status Connect System Operator’s Guide.
CAUTION
Do not scratch the white calibration bar. Marks and stains
could cause inaccurate test results, especially for hCG tests.
Severe marks could cause errors.
Do not use solvents of any kind to clean the bar. They could
destroy the bar.
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
