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spinit® CRP Quick Guide

spinit® CRP Quick Guide

spinit® CRP Quick Guide

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Introduction: The spinit® CRP Quick Reference Guide provides essential instructions for using the spinit® instrument and test kit. It emphasizes the importance of familiarizing oneself with the equipment and procedures before testing patient samples or controls.
Getting Started: The guide outlines the initial setup steps, including turning on the instrument, connecting the power supply, and using the touchscreen and USB barcode reader. It stresses the importance of reading the entire guide and user manual before use.
Sample Collection: Instructions are provided for collecting samples from a finger prick and control vials. Key points include using gloves, allowing alcohol to dry before pricking, and ensuring the sample area is fully loaded on the spinit® strip.
Testing Procedure: The guide details the steps for preparing the instrument and samples, including stabilizing the instrument, warming the test disc, and following on-screen instructions for both patient and control testing.
Sample Loading and Analysis: Users are instructed on loading samples into the disc, starting the assay, and handling error codes. The importance of not manually closing the tray and starting the test immediately after loading is highlighted.
Control Testing: The guide recommends routine quality control testing and provides a schedule for when controls should be run. It also outlines steps for using control materials and actions to take if control results are outside acceptable ranges.
Cleaning and Maintenance: Instructions for cleaning the spinit® instrument are provided, emphasizing the use of specific cleaning solutions and ensuring the instrument is turned off and unplugged during cleaning.
Conclusion: The guide concludes with troubleshooting advice and contact information for further assistance if control results remain unacceptable.
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spinit® CRP Quick Guide-1

Quick Reference Guide IMPORTANT! • Read the entire spinit® CRP Quick Guide before testing patient samples or controls. • See the spinit® user Manual for more information about the operation of the Instrument and Disc. • Confirm the spinit® instrument you are using is a spinit® CRP (label on the front.) • See the spinit® CRP Instructions for use for more information about the CRP assay. • Use spinit® CRP control materials to confirm that the instrument and test kit are working properly. 1. GETTING STARTED: spinit® instrument Take time to familiarize yourself with the spinit® instrument and the test kit. 1. ON button. 2. Connect the power supply unit 3. USB Ports 4. Ethernet cable 5. Touchscreen 6. Instrument tray 7. USB barcode reader Training videos are available on the spinit® instrument. Refer to the videos at any time to become familiarized with the spinit® system. spinit® disc spinit® strip Sample collection device used exclusively with spinit® tests. Information Codes and Messages INFO CODE Not enough sample volume to be measured. Not enough reagent volume or previously used disc. Collect a new sample and repeat the test using a new disc. INFO MESSAGES CRP below 2 µg/ml CRP above 300 µg/ml Unable to read QR code

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spinit® CRP Quick Guide-2

Quick Reference Guide • Switch the instrument on and wait for it to stabilize; • Scan barcode from the pouch label; • Press the reagent blister firmly using your thumb; • Remove test from refrigerated box and wait at least 5 • Remove disc from pouch and place it on a flat • • minutes before opening pouch to allow disc to reach operating temperature (15-25°C) before using it; Press Start for patient samples and follow on-screen instructions; If control testing, press QC mode on main screen and follow instructions. surface with label facing up; 3. SAMPLE / CONTROL COLLECTION Important! Remember...

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spinit® CRP Quick Guide-3

Quick Reference Guide 4. SAMPLE LOADING AND ANALYSIS • Immediately insert the strip all the way into the • Once you have the disc ready, click ´Next´ on the disc and fold it back until it breaks, leaving the loaded part of the strip inside the disc’s sample well; screen and wait for the instrument tray to open; Place the disc on instrument tray and follow on screen instructions; • Discard the strip's handling area accordingly. • The tray will automatically close and the assay will start; Test analysis must start immediately after loading the disc. • Wait 4 min for test result; • The on-screen...

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spinit® CRP Quick Guide-4

Quick Reference Guide CONTROL TESTING Read the entire spinit® CRP Control Package Insert before use. Important! spinit® CRP control kit (Ref. 910101) is recommended for routine quality control testing. To run Quality Controls select QC Mode in main screen. How often do I have to run controls? It is recommended analysing controls: • when installing the spinit® instrument for the first time; when testing each new lot of spinit® test discs; With each new shipment of spinit® CRP test discs; At least every 30 days; When training new operators in the correct use of the spinit® instrument; After installing...

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