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This Manual

This manual describes the i-STAT
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Intended Use

The i-STAT 1 Analyzer is intended for use with i-STAT cartridges for the in vitro
quantification of various analytes in whole blood. Analyzers and cartridges should
be used by healthcare professionals trained and certified to use the system and
should be used according to the facility's policies and procedures.
The i-STAT System is for in vitro diagnostics use. Caution: Federal law restricts this
device to sale by or on the order of a licensed practitioner.
O v e r v i e w o f t h e The i-STAT System incorporates a comprehensive group of components needed
i-STAT System to perform blood analysis at the point of care. A portable handheld analyzer, a
cartridge with the required tests, and 2-3 drops of blood will allow the caregiver
to view quantitative test results for blood gas, chemistry and coagulation tests in
approximately two minutes.
Portable printers and infrared communication devices allow all patient information
obtained at the bedside to be printed on demand and transmitted to centralized
information systems for record keeping and billing.
The Central Data Station program provides system management tools including
real-time monitoring of testing and operator competency.
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INTRODUCTION
1 Analyzer and the Central Data Station software.
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