Overview Of The Procleix ® Tigris System - Procleix TIGRIS Operator's Manual

Overview of the PROCLEIX
The two main components of the PROCLEIX
computer workstation. The system software in the computer workstation directs the analyzer
modules to perform each sequential assay step. The analyzer modules contain all of the fluids,
reagents, consumables, and mechanical parts that perform the assay.
The analyzer is divided into a Lower Bay and an Upper Bay.
Assay Reagent Bay
Fluids Drawer
Table 1.1 describes the functions of the major components of the analyzer.
Component
Fluids Drawer
Waste Drawer
Assay Reagent (AR)
Bay
Sample Bay
MTU Drawer
Drip Pan
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Drip Pan
Figure 1.1 PROCLEIX
Function
Contains the assay-generic fluids, tiplet waste container, and a hand-
held barcode scanner.
Collects the solid and liquid waste.
Contains the assay-specific reagents, except Target Capture Reagent
(TCR).
Contains the TCR, disposable pipette tips, and sample racks.
Contains the multi-tube units (MTUs) in which the assay takes place.
Collects internal leaks and spills from the instrument.
Table 1.1 PROCLEIX
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Sample Bay
Upper Bay
Waste Drawer Lower Bay
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