Select the desired test parameter using the keypad.
Wipe down the incubation area with a mild disinfectant. Ensure no reagent spills have occurred in the measurement channels. Weekly: Check the pipette tip and tubing for clogs. diagnostica stago start 4 coagulation analyzer manual
Place the cuvette with the sample and the metal ball into the incubation station. Start: Move the cuvette to the measurement channel. Select the desired test parameter using the keypad
Turn the switch at the rear. The system will perform a self-test. Weekly: Check the pipette tip and tubing for clogs
Before running tests, ensure the analyzer is placed on a level surface away from direct sunlight.
The heart of the STart 4 is the . Unlike optical systems that can be affected by lipemic, icteric, or hemolyzed samples, the STart 4 uses a mechanical approach:
The Stago STart 4 is a legendary benchtop coagulation analyzer, widely recognized for its "gold standard" mechanical clot detection system. Whether you are a lab manager setting up a new unit or a technician troubleshooting a measurement, understanding the manual’s core protocols is essential for accurate results.