How long do you have between filling the Afinion cartridge and testing the sample?

Allow 15 minutes for the Test Cartridge to reach operating temperature (64-86°F) before use. Open the pouch just before use.

How long are Alere afinion HbA1c controls stable for once the vials are opened?

for 60 days
Reagents and Storage 1. Afinion™ HbA1c Test Cartridges can be stored unopened at room temperature (15°-25°C or 59°-77°F) for 90 days. 2. Once opened, control vials are stable for 60 days when stored refrigerated, 2°- 8°C (36°- 46°F).

How often should Alere afinion HbA1c controls be run as per the manufacturer’s recommendations?

every 30 days
At least every 30 days. When training new operators in correct use of the Alere Afinion™ HbA1c Dx and the Alere Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer.

What is the operating temperature for the Afinion ™ AS100 analyzer?

The Alere Afinion™ AS100 Analyzer/Afinion™ 2 Analyzer must be placed on a flat level surface avoiding any equipment which may emit vibrations. Operating temperature is 15-32°C or 59-89°F. 2. Always use the touch screen to open lid.

How often should Afinion analyzer be cleaned?

Cleaning the exterior of the Afinion™ 2 Analyzer should be performed whenever necessary. The cartridge chamber should be cleaned immediately if materials or liquids are spilled in the cartridge chamber. For regular maintenance (removal of dust particles etc.), the cartridge chamber should be cleaned every 30 days.

What is the Alere afinion HbA1c’s measuring range?

4.00-15.00% HbA1c
The Afinion HbA1c Dx measuring range is 4.00-15.00% HbA1c. The HbA1c results are displayed in 0.01% intervals. The hemoglobin measuring range is 6.0-20.0 g/dL.

What are acceptable sample types for the Alere afinion HbA1c assay?

The following sample materials can be used with the Afinion™ HbA1c test: • Capillary blood sample (from finger prick). Venous whole blood with anticoagulants (ethylenediamine tetra-acetic acid (EDTA), heparin or citrate). Capillary blood samples cannot be stored.

What is the sample size for the Alere afinion HbA1c assay?

Reliable. ∎ 1.5 μL sample volume. ∎ 4-15% HbA1c measuring range.