Infopia CLOVER A1c Self Instructions For Use Manual page 11

11. TESTING HbA1c
Sample Collection and Handling.
Capillary whole blood obtained from a fingertip can be used for HbA1c test.
A 4uL blood sample is needed for the HbA1c.
- Capillary Blood Process
Prick the fingertip of the patient to get a minimum of 4uL of capillary blood sample, and
touch softly the blood sample with the capillary tip of the Reagent Pack. The blood is
automatically drawn up. Make sure that the sample area is completely filled.
Sample Collecting Area of Reagent Pack
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IMPORTANT : Once the reagent pack is filled with the blood sample, analysis must
begin immediately.
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11. TESTING HbA1c
- Venous Blood Process
For venous whole blood samples, acceptable Anti-coagulants are EDTA, heparin and
these blood samples may be stored at -70°C to 5°C(-94°F to 41°F) for two weeks, or
up to 25°C(77°F) for one week.
Stored blood should be whole blood, not as hemolysate. Allow blood samples to reach
room temperature, 20~25°C(68-77ºF).
Anticoagulated blood should be mixed well prior to testing. Remove the stopper from
the holder and take out a drop of blood sample on a clean container. Softly touch the
sample collection area of the Reagent Pack on the blood sample, and wait until the
sample area is completely filled.
NOTE : If blood is stained outside the sample area, carefully wipe the stain out with
a tissue. Do not allow the wiping tissue to touch the open end of the sample
area of the capillary tip.
CAUTION : There is a potential risk of infection. Medical staff and other persons
using the CLOVER A1c™ Self analyzer to perform measurements for more than
on patient must be aware that any object coming into contact with human blood is
a potential source of infection.
▪ Use gloves.
▪ Dispose of used test cartridges in a sturdy container with lid.
▪ Follow all hygiene and safety regulations in force locally.
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