Abbott i-STAT 1 System Manual - Patient Testing Procedure

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Prepare the Sample

•  Mix the sample tube by gently inverting it  2-3 times before filling a 

cartridge. Do not use a partially filled collection tube.

•  CHEM8+: Test the sample within 10 minutes after collecting it.

•  6+, EC4+, E3+, Crea, and G: Test the sample within 30 minutes  

after collecting it.

Patient Testing Procedure

1.   Press            to turn on handheld.

2.   Press            (i-STAT Cartridge).

3.   As prompted by the handheld, use number 

keys to enter the Operator ID and Patient ID.

4.   Scan the barcoded cartridge lot number.  

5.  Remove cartridge from pouch.

6.   Use a sample transfer device to remove some 

sample from the tube. Dispense 3 drops of 

sample onto a gauze pad.

7.   Hold the sample transfer device over the 

cartridge sample well.

Test Sample

Get sample

Fill cartridge

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8.   Dispense sample until blood reaches the 

cartridge fill mark. Some blood must be left in 

the cartridge well.

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