Running A Test; Blood Testing - pts Diagnostics CardioChek Plus User Manual

Blood Testing

A package insert is included with each box of PTS Panels
Please read the test strip package insert and this section of the user guide
completely and carefully before testing.
Testing Supplies
To perform a blood test you need:
 CardioChek

PTS Panels test strips

Lot-specific MEMo Chip

Sterile lancet

Pipet or capillary blood collector

Gauze or cotton balls

Alcohol wipe (optional)
This analyzer requires whole blood for testing. Do not operate the analyzer
in direct light. Reference the
information.
Helpful Hints on Getting a Good Drop of Blood
1. Instruct the patient to wash hands in warm, soapy water.
2. Rinse well and dry completely. If an alcohol wipe is used, let the finger
air dry before testing.
3. Warm the fingers to increase blood flow.
4. Let the arm hang down at the patient's side briefly to allow blood flow to
the finger tips.
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