Selecting the count mode
Press [F1] to select desired calibration mode.
Editing calibration settings
Press [F2] to activate the edit boxes, as Figure 9-4 shows.
Entering lot number
ENTER the lot number of the calibrator to be used into the "Lot No." box.
Entering Exp. Date
ENTER the expiration date of the calibrator to be used into the "Exp. Date" box.
Entering the expected results (mean) and limits (range)
ENTER the expected results (mean) into the "Mean" box of the parameters to be included in
the calibration.
Refer to the instructions of use of the calibrator for information on the lot
number, expiration date, expected results and limits.
Open reagents are stable for 60 days. The entered expiration date should be
the open date + 60 days or the expiration date marked on the packaging of
the reagent, whichever is earlier.
When editing the settings, if you want to correct an erroneous entry,
MODIFY the wrong digit.
Using the Calibration Programs
Figure 9-3 Active "Calibrator" screen
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