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μL, plus the dead space volume of 200 μL. See the appropriate Aptima package
insert for more information.

Table 12. Panther System Dead Space Volume Requirements

Tube/Specimen Type
Aptima Specimen Transfer Tube
Aptima Urine Specimen Transport
Tube – Urine specimens
Swab Specimen Transport Tube –
Unisex swab specimens
Swab Specimen Transport Tube –
Vaginal swab specimens
Cervical Specimen Collection and
Transport specimens
Multitest Swab Transport Tube
Primary Collection Tube – Plasma or
serum
Specimen Aliquot Tube (SAT) –
Plasma or serum
*Dead space volume differs depending on assay. Refer to the appropriate assay
package insert for dead space volume requirements.
**1.2 mL above the pellet.

System Capacities and Throughput

Table 13. System Capacities and Throughput

Assay Reagent Kits
Universal Fluids
Sample Racks
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Panther System Operator's Manual
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Specifications and Requirements
Dead Space Volume Required
1300 μL
1300 μL or 700 µL*
1300 μL
1300 μL
1300 μL
1300 μL
700 μL**
200 μL
Up to 4 assay reagent kits at a time
Fluid Kit A and B – 2,000 tests
Up to 15 tubes per rack, up to 8 racks (120
tubes)
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