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2.2.5 Safe handling of samples, PFA test cartridges, and consumables
Risk of infection by potentially infectious material. Samples/blood, used
PFA test cartridges and parts of the system which have come into contact
with this material are potentially infectious. Death or serious injury can
result. To avoid this hazard:
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, that is, gloves,
protective clothing, safety glasses, and mask, according to national and
local standards and regulations.
• Handle potentially infectious material in accordance with good
laboratory practice, for example, as described in CLSI documents
available at www.clsi.org.
• Only open covers as described in this manual.
• Avoid contact of the skin and mucosa with potentially infectious material.
• See the instructions for use of the PFA test cartridges as well as the
application sheets.
• Check with local waste disposal authorities for specific requirements
regarding potentially infectious material.
• Discard potentially infectious material according to national and local
standards and regulations.
Risk of false results. False results can lead to misdiagnosis and incorrect
treatment. To avoid this hazard:
• Only use approved Siemens consumables.
• Monitor the stability of the PFA test cartridges and trigger solution, see
the instructions for use.
Risk of irritation of the skin and mucous membranes by liquids for cleaning
and purging. Minor or moderate injury can result. To avoid this hazard:
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, that is, gloves,
protective clothing, safety glasses, and mask, according to national and
local standards and regulations.
• Pay attention to the manufacturer’s information regarding the gloves’
compatibility with the materials and liquids used.
• Follow all product manufacturer’s instructions.
Risk of property damage due to incorrect handling of samples, PFA test
cartridges, and consumables. To avoid this hazard:
• Only use approved Siemens consumables.
• See the instructions for use that are supplied with the PFA test
cartridges and consumables.
Risk of pollution by incorrect waste disposal. Damage to the environment
can result. To avoid this hazard:
• Discard waste material according to national and local standards and
regulations.
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