Quick Reference Guide
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Alere Afinion ACR ™
Quick Reference Guide
Preparing for analysis Alere Afinion™ ACR Test Cartridge Store the test kit refrigerated (2-8°C) until the expiry date. The Test Cartridge must reach a temperature of 20-30°C before use; leave the unopened foil pouch on the bench for at least 15 minutes. n Use the Test Cartridge within 10 minutes after opening the foil pouch. n Hold the Test Cartridge by the handle. n n
Patient Sample Use random urine, preferably first-morning urine. Samples can be stored refrigerated (2-8°C) for 5 days. Do not freeze. n Mix the sample well by inverting the vial 8-10 times before use. n n
Alere Afinion™ ACR Control Store the controls refrigerated (2-8°C). Opened controls are stable for 8 weeks. The control can be used directly from the refrigerator. n Mix the control well by inverting the vial 8-10 times before use. n The measured values should be within the acceptable range stated in the Alere Afinion™ ACR Control Package Insert. n Consult the package insert for recommended frequency of control testing. n n
Alere Afinion™ 2 Analyzer Switch on the Analyzer and optionally enter the operator ID. Analyse patient samples and controls following the test procedure on the reverse side. n An information code might be displayed during analysis. The possible causes and actions to take are listed in the Alere Afinion™ 2 Analyzer User Manual. n Information codes specific for the Alere Afinion™ ACR assay: n n
Code
Cause
107
Creatine too high
108
B lood in the urine detected by the Analyzer
Consult the Alere Afinion™ user instructions for complete information: Alere Afinion™ ACR Package Insert. Alere Afinion™ ACR Control Package Insert. n Alere Afinion™ 2 Analyzer User Manual. n n
Alere Afinion ACR TM
Testing Procedure 1
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Pull the sampling device straight up from the Test Cartridge.
Fill the capillary; touch the surface of the patient sample (a) or control (b). Fill it completely (c). Do not wipe off the capillary.
Replace the sampling device immediately. Analysis of the Test Cartridge must start within 1 minute.
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Touch for patient samples, or touch for controls. The lid opens automatically.
Insert the Test Cartridge with the barcode facing left.
Close the lid manually to start analysing.
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Touch and enter patient ID, or touch and enter control ID. Touch to confirm.
Record the result when it appears on the screen. Touch to accept. The lid opens automatically.
Remove and immediately discard the used Test Cartridge. Close the lid manually when the Analyzer is not in use.
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