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16749 Analyzers, Point-of-Care, Whole Blood, Coagulation 56689 Laboratory coagulation analyser IVD,
automated
Product description
Handheld device or benchtop device, sometimes placed on a
cart, with a display (usually LCD), a keypad to enter information,
and a slot to insert a test strip or sample tube. Some models
may have alarms, memory functions, touchpens, USB ports to
transfer data to a computer, and/or a small storage compartment
for reagents. Use and maintenance
User(s): Medical staff
Principles of operation Maintenance: Laboratory technician;
One of three methods may be used: Mechanical impedance biomedical or clinical engineer
uses blood viscosity changes to determine clotting time.
Instruments using the photometric principle monitor changes Training: Initial training by manufacturer and
in the specimen’s optical density to detect the beginning of clot manuals
formation. The electromagnetic uses a magnet in the test tube
aligned with a magnetic detector in the cuvette and remains Environment of use
locked in position with the detector while the test tube rotates. Settings of use: Hospital, patient bedside,
When a clot forms, it entangles the magnet, breaking the physician office, clinical laboratory, home
electromagnetic coupling and allowing the magnet to rotate
Requirements: Line power, biohazard disposal
with the tube, terminating the test.
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