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Patient Testing Procedure

Prepare the Sample

• Mix the sample tube by gently inverting it 2-3 times before filling a

cartridge. Do not use a partially filled collection tube.

• CHEM8+: Test the sample within 10 minutes after collecting it.

• 6+, EC4+, E3+, Crea, and G: Test the sample within 30 minutes

after collecting it.

Test Sample

1. Press

2. Press

3. As prompted by the handheld, use number

keys to enter the Operator ID and Patient ID.

4. Scan the barcoded cartridge lot number.

5. Remove cartridge from pouch.

6. Use a sample transfer device to remove some

sample from the tube. Dispense 3 drops of

sample onto a gauze pad.

7. Hold the sample transfer device over the

cartridge sample well.

8. Dispense sample until blood reaches the

cartridge fill mark. Some blood must be left in

the cartridge well.

Fill cartridge

to turn on handheld.

(i-STAT Cartridge).

Get sample

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