Perform A Patient Test - Abbott i-STAT 1 System Manual

Perform a Patient Test

Acceptable Sample Types
• Venous whole blood samples collected in evacuated tubes with lithium heparin anticoagulant (green top
tube). Tubes with gel for separation of cells and plasma are acceptable.
• Fill tubes to capacity. Do not use tubes designed not to fill completely.
Sample Collection and Handling
Correct sample collection & handling are important for accurate results!
• Ensure that the individual collecting sample is trained on proper blood collection techniques.
• Fill and insert a CHEM8+ within 10 minutes of sample collection. For other chemistry
cartridges, test samples within 30 minutes of collection.
• If the sample is not tested immediately, label the tube with the patient's name and another
identifier.
Prior to Testing
• If your facility requires that you enter an operator ID and/or a patient ID, have these ready
before beginning the test.
– If your facility does not require this information, you can bypass these entries by
pressing
ENT
• Be prepared to complete the entire test without interruption to avoid inaccurate results or
error codes.
Prepare the Handheld
Scan or Enter
Operator ID
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _
Scan or Enter
Patient ID
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _
Cartridge Locked
Art: 725592-00K, Rev. Date: 11-Oct-17
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1. Press to turn on handheld.
2. Press for i-STAT Cartridge.
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3. Follow handheld prompts:
Note: You may be prompted to repeat ID entries, so pay careful
attention to the prompt. If you make a mistake, press left
arrow key to clear entry.
a. Scan or manually enter your operator ID as prompted.
Press
ENT
b. Scan or manually enter the patient ID as prompted.
Press
ENT
(or press the ENT button to bypass this prompt).
(or press the ENT button to bypass this prompt).
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