(clinical chem. Piccolo) METLYTE 8 PANEL, 400-0023
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(clinical chemistry Piccolo) METLYTE 8
CAUTION
This article is worded and codified by unit to make the order easier but is always packaged in kit of 10.
Definition
The Piccolo MetLyte 8 panel, used with the Piccolo Xpress chemistry analyser, is a single cartridge in the form of a disk and provides in vitro quantitative determinations of 8 different clinical chemistry parameters.
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Unit-use self-calibrating plastic reagent disc: Piccolo MetLyte 8
 - 1 disc is aimed to perform the tests for 1 patient
 - Parameters
 - BUN: Blood Urea Nitrogen
 - CK: Creatine kinase
 - Cl-: Chloride
 - CRE: Creatinine
 - GLU: Glucose
 - K+: Potassium
 - Na+: Sodium
 - tCO2: Total carbon dioxide
 - Sample volume: 100 µl
 - Sample type: serum, plasma, whole blood (collected with lithium heparin only)
 - Test duration: approx. 12 minutes
 
Packaging & Labelling
Box of 10 discs, ref. 400-0023 (one Piccolo MetLyte 8 dics, ref. 400-1023)
To be Ordered Separately
- Controls: low and high
 - Sample transfert pipettes and tips
 
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Instructions for use
Follow instructions on package insert and/or operating manual.
Please consult the “Updated laboratory procedures, 2022” available online via the Laboratory working Group sharepoint page: Laboratory Procedures and Resources.
https://msfintl.sharepoint.com/sites/msfintlcommunities/LabWG/SitePages/Laboratory-Manual-page.aspx
For offline access, contact your laboratory advisor.
Precautions for Use
- Do not reuse a disk even if the operation was interrupted.
 - Never use a disk that was dropped or cracked, as it may spread biohazardous material through the interior of the analyser, and it can affect the results.
 - A disc not used within 20 minutes of opening the pouch should be discarded.
 
Storage
- Keep refrigerated between 2 and 8°C, Protect from sunlight
 - Do not expose opened or unopened discs to direct sunlight or temperatures above 32°C.
 - When taking out of the refrigerator, condensation can appear. The disks can stay 48 hours at ambient temperature.
 - Do not freeze
 - Shelf life: min 12 months
 - Guaranteed minimum remaining shelf life at delivery: 1/3 of total shelf life
 
Signal Word
Warning
| H302 | Harmful if swallowed | 
| H315 | Causes skin irritation | 
| H335 | May cause respiratory irritation | 
| EUH401 | To avoid risks to human health and the environment, comply with the instructions for use. | 
| P403 + P235 | Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. | 
| P235 | Keep cool. | 
| P273 | Avoid release to the environment | 
| P308 + P313 | IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. |