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Summary of Contents for Siemens Healthcare epoc
- Page 1 Blood Analysis System Resource Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents System Overview ........3 Sample Processing ........9 Quality Assurance (QA) ......20 As Needed Maintenance ......23 Troubleshooting ........26 T20001.001 | Effective date: 02/15/2021 02-2021 | © Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc., 2021... - Page 3 Hardware Overview epoc ® Reader 1. Test Card Slot • Internal barcode scanner located within card slot • Scans test cards for serial number, lot number, expiration date and card type 2. Battery Status Indicator • Amber: Fully charged •...
- Page 4 Hardware Overview epoc ® Host 1. Barcode Scanner • Located at the top of the Host 2. Barcode Scan LED • Red: Barcode scanning active • Blinking Green: Successful scan 3. Charging/Battery LED • Amber: Fully charged • Blinking Amber: Battery charging 4.
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Page 5: System Overview
Hardware Overview epoc ® Test Card (Bottom) 1. Sensor Module Contact Surface 2. Test Panel Type 3. Barcode 4. Lot Number and Expiration Date epoc ® Test Card (Top) 5. Measurement Region 6. Sealed Valve 7. Blood Waste Chamber 8. Calibrator Reservoir 9. - Page 6 Software Overview 1. Page Tabs 2. Screen Tabs 3. Toolbar System Overview...
- Page 7 Software Overview 1. Test Results Displays test progress and results once testing is complete 2. Test Information Allows for user input of additional information 3. Test Selection Allows selection of which analytes will be tested 4. Print Sends test results to a printer connected to the Host 5.
- Page 8 Host and Data Manager 3. Discovery Select to locate additional Readers Select and hold a Reader shown in the epoc Readers tab to display the following options 4. Run blood test 5. Run QA test (not available to all operators) 6.
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Page 9: Sample Processing
Logging In 1. Enter a User ID manually or scan a valid ID badge 2. Enter Password (if applicable) 3. Select Login. After a successful login, the epoc Host will search for available readers Note: The login screen appears when an operator powers... - Page 10 Sample Processing Running a Blood Test Option 1 1. Upon login, if the epoc Host is already configured to connect with a single dedicated epoc Reader, the epoc Host will automatically connect to that epoc Reader to run a blood test.
- Page 11 2. Position the test card with the sample port facing upwards 3. Insert the test card. Upon successful insertion, the epoc reader will beep once and calibration will begin. The reader must remain on a flat surface throughout testing 4.
- Page 12 Lab Information System Note: Hemodilution is used to correct hematocrit results for patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass, ECMO, or patients receiving large amounts of IV fluids. Please System Overview see section 12.13 in the epoc System Manual for more information.
- Page 13 Sample Processing Entering Test Information (continued) 8. Enter respiratory parameters (Optional) 9. Select the green arrow on the right side of the Host screen to continue 10. Enter additional respirator parameters (Optional) 11. Select the green arrow on the right side of the Host screen to continue 12.
- Page 14 Sample Processing Test Selection 1. Select Test Selection to edit tests to perform during analysis 2. Select the check box next to the desired test to include or exclude results from analysis. Use Select all, Clear All, Gases, Electrolytes and eMP for quick selection of desired tests System Overview...
- Page 15 Sample Processing Sample Injection (Syringe) 1. When ready for sample injection, the Host will display the message Inject sample on the Test Results page tab 2. Once sample is obtained, discard a drop of blood as volume permits 3. Hold the syringe barrel vertically between fingertips and thumb and perpendicular to the test card 4.
- Page 16 Sample Processing Sample Injection (Care-Fill™ Capillary Tube) 1. Once the sample has been collected, hold the capped tube by the blue band and point the end of the capped tube upwards 2. Slide the adapter towards the end of the capped tube and insert the tube into the adapter 3.
- Page 17 System Overview Sample analysis takes After disconnecting all Readers from running The Administrator may configure the epoc Host to synchronize upon closing approximately 35 tests, test results can be sent to a data manager by a test. In this configuration, synchronization with the data manager occurs seconds to complete pressing the data manager synchronization button.
- Page 18 Note: 9. Insert a new test card and repeat previous sample After disconnecting all Readers from The Administrator may configure the epoc processing steps if desired running tests, test results can be sent to a Host to synchronize upon closing a test. In...
- Page 19 Sample Processing Viewing Historic Results 1. Select the icon on the toolbar 2. Select View Test 3. Select the Filter icon to narrow test result search parameters. Toggle between Simple and Advanced filter modes for more options 4. Select Apply 5.
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Page 20: Quality Assurance (Qa)
Electronic Quality Control (EQC) Performing Electronic Quality Control Every time a Host and Reader connect, or when a Host and Reader have been connected continuously for 8 hours or more, the Reader begins a two-level Electronic QC Test. Configuration data is sent by the Host to the Reader, and preparations begin for a test. - Page 21 Commercially available control fluids can be processed as determined by facility policy, federal, state and local requirements. It is recommended to perform external quality control for each lot in each shipment of test cards. Refer to the epoc System Manual for recommended products.
- Page 22 Performing Quality Assurance 1. While connected to a Reader, select Tools 2. Select Switch to QA test From the epoc Readers screen tab, select and hold the desired Reader 1. Select Run QA test 2. Follow the instructions found in the sample processing section for inserting a test card 3.
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Page 23: As Needed Maintenance
As Needed Maintenance Cleaning the Reader or Host 1. Using a soft cloth or gauze pad, moisten with soap and water 2. Gently rub any areas of dried blood or contamination with one or more moist pads until the stains are soft enough to wipe clean 3. - Page 24 3. Remove the battery from its compartment and unplug the battery from the Reader. Use tweezers if necessary 4. Insert the new battery connector to the Reader. The connector orientation tab should be visible Orientation tab Note: epoc Reader Battery Replacement SMN: 10736373 System Overview...
- Page 25 As Needed Maintenance Replacing the Reader Battery (continued) Battery wires 5. Place the new battery into the Reader compartment. Place the wires in the area next to the battery connection. Ensure that the battery is lying flat without any wires underneath or on top 6.
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Page 26: Troubleshooting
Failure: Calibration fluid not detected.” “Insert new card and repeat test.” Card was expired. Test results not expired Use a non expired test card and re run test displayed Note: Refer to the epoc System Manual, Section 14, for additional Troubleshooting and Error Messages Troubleshooting... - Page 27 Corrective Action is recommended: Ensure the Host blade is seated into Host not charging • Do not submerse the epoc Host or the Reader docking pivot Reader into liquid • Fold the Host and Reader together while • Clean barcode reader with a dry...
- Page 28 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Failed EQC If Reader repeatedly fails Electronic QC, then this indicates it is not fit for use. It is not possible to use a Reader that has failed Electronic QC. Complete the following troubleshooting steps if the message, “Electronic QC failure,”...
- Page 29 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Failed Quality Control or Calibration Verification From the epoc Host, disconnect from the Reader by selecting Exit/Cancel , then reconnect by selecting and holding the desired Reader from the epoc Readers screen tab. Select Run QA test. If Electronic QC passes, verify the following and repeat the test.
- Page 30 Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics, Inc. 02-2021 | All rights reserved © 2021 Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc. T20001.001 Effective date 02/15/2021 Global Siemens Headquarters Global Siemens Healthcare Global Division...
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