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Good laboratory practices include the recording of the QC data according to the laboratory's estab-
lished written procedures. A permanent record of control results should be retained.
Samples and controls are run identically by the analyzer. However, using the Run Controls option in
the Menu function stores control results separately from patient results in the analyzer memory. Con-
trol results can be printed on a result card immediately after the conclusion of the control run, or when-
ever the control run results are recalled. (See
for details.) Control results are automatically transmitted to a linked computer.
Handle the control as described in the control package insert. Call Abaxis Technical support for assis-
tance in interpreting control results.
The analyzer automatically stores control results in a memory separate from the patient results mem-
ory. The Recall function can be used to search for specific control results without searching through all
patient results stored in memory.
Note: Before a control can be run, a control level must be enabled in the reference ranges —
see "To create a new control:" on page
Controls can be run whenever the analyzer displays the Home screen.
Note: For more details on running controls, see
CAUTION: Discs are fragile — always handle with care. Do not tap discs on the table or work
bench to empty the sample port. Do not use a disk that has been dropped.
Inspect every reagent disc for damage before use. Never use a damaged disc.
1. In the Home screen, select
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"Recalling Results from the Last Disc Run" on page 5-2
4-8.
"Preparing the Reagent Disc" on page
to open the disc drawer.
Analyze
Configuring the Analyzer
3-4.