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Aptio® Automation Sample Processing Online Training

Identify sample requirements. Load and unload samples from the Input/Output Module. Describe the sample processing sequence. Search for samples in the database. Deliver a sample to the Input/Output Module.  This clinical laboratory training qualifies for continuing education units (CEU).
Note: This training is designed for systems which include "APT" in the serial number but does not include the letter "C".  If your system serial number includes "APT" and the letter "C" or “AP2”, please select the Aptio Automation (Inpeco) training area.

Welcome to the Aptio™ Automation Sample Processing Online Training course. Aptio Automation manages sample processing from receipt to storage and improves workflow efficiency in the laboratory.  In this course, you will learn how to process samples on Aptio™ Automation. Select Next to continue. Define functions of the Sample Search Screen Describe how to request a sample be delivered to the I/O module Identify sample requirements Identify the sample processing sequence List the steps required to load and unload samples using the I/O module Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Select Next to continue. Congratulations.  You have completed the Aptio™ Automation Sample Processing Online Training course.  Listed below are the key points that have been presented.  Take time to review the material before you proceed to the final quiz. Identify sample requirements To prevent processing errors, follow the recommended sample tube guidelines within the Operator's Guide. Considerations need to be made about Sample Requirements, Barcode Requirements, and Specimen Handling Requirements. List the steps required to load and unload samples using the I/O Module When loading samples into the IO Module: Load samples into rack Identify an appropriate lane Load rack into system Press start, if necessary Robot begins loading onto system To remove samples: Print out the sample status Unlock the rack by pushing the corresponding lane button on the LED bar Gently push the rack inwards to release the latch Pull the rack completely out from the lane. Identify the Sample Processing Sequence Routing is determined by the input lane and test orders in the database during the barcode query.  Connected Module and Analyzer status is verified to determine if the sample is to be diverted at each instrument buffer. After all routing is complete, the sample goes to its designated output.   Identify different functions of the Sample Search Screen Search function allows you to locate samples on the system database. Search by SID, Patient (Name), Location, Status and Date.   Describe how to request a sample to be delivered to the I/O Module You can request that a sample be delivered to the I/O Module. Sample tubes are delivered to a Priority Output lane. Select Next to continue.   Maintenance on the SP module is performed on a Daily, Weekly and After a run  basis.  Before a run can be started, complete any Daily or Weekly maintenance that is required.  If the system indicates that weekly maintenance is required, it is not necessary to perform daily maintenance since it's included.  As part of Daily/Weekly maintenance the tightness of the seal of all Pipetting channels and the capacitive liquid level detection are automatically checked by the system.  The Weekly maintenance includes some additional automatic checks by the System. Select the links below to learn more about maintenance on the SP Module. Before a sample can be analyzed, it must be collected and processed. The following are important considerations: Sample Requirements Barcode Requirements Specimen Handling Requirements Sample Requirements Learn about Sample Requirements. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1 Sample Tube Types   Approved sample tubes Only use sample tube types on the approved list Plastic tubes are recommended Plastic tubes are required when Tube Sealer Module is installed Some considerations to follow: Unapproved sample tubes: Pediatric tubes Sample cups in tubes Flat bottom tubes Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for a complete listing of approved and unapproved sample tube types  Select Next to continue. Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.There are some considerations to follow before introducing samples onto the system. Use only sample tubes on the approved list. Plastic tubes are recommended for the system and are required when a Tube Sealer Module is installed. To prevent processing errors, do not load unacceptable sample tube types. Examples are: pediatric tubes, tubes with sample cups nested in them and flat bottom tubes. Examples of unapproved tubes are pictured. Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for a complete list of approved and unapproved sample tube types. Select Next to continue. 2 Barcode Requirements   Label must be entirely visible to the barcode reader Labels must be placed on tubes as straight as possible Label must be free of excess moisture Labels must be opaque enough to prevent reading underlying barcode No more than three labels can be affixed to any given sample Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for further information regarding barcode requirements.    Select Next to continue.   Barcode labels are used to identify samples. In order for the system to read the barcode, it must be entirely visible when the tube is placed in a carrier or puck. It also needs to be placed on the tube as straight as possible and there cannot be any buildup of moisture on the label or misreads can occur. Further, the labels must be opaque enough to prevent reading of any barcodes which may be underneath. No more than three labels can be placed on any sample container. Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for further information regarding barcode requirements. Select Next to continue.3 Specimen Handling Requirements  Follow the tube manufacturer's centrifugation parameters Integrity checks can be performed on some instruments Samples requiring visual integrity checks can be routed to a sorting lane The system does not verify the specimen type   When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.If your Aptio Automation has a centrifuge, refer to the requirements provided by the manufacturer of the sample tubes when determining centrifugation parameters. The system does not perform integrity checks after centrifugation. While some chemistry analyzers perform integrity checks, this may not be the case in your laboratory. Samples requiring visual integrity checks can be routed to a sorting lane for inspection. The system also does not verify the specimen type. When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue. When loading samples into the I/O Module: Load the samples into rack. Identify an appropriate lane. Load the rack into system. Press Start, if necessary. The Robot begins loading onto system. Loading Samples Learn how to load and unload samples into the I/O Module. Checklist TitleChecklist TypeChecklist ContentOrientation of Sample Racks - 48 Tube RackHTML   Select each check box to learn about loading and unloading samples. There are two types of racks that are loaded into the I/O Module. The first rack type is: 48 Tube Rack positions: Columns A, B, C, D Rows 1 - 12 Handle  Orientation of Sample Racks - 12 Tube RackHTML   The second rack type is: 12 Tube Rack  positions: Column A, Rows 1-12 Handle  Load Samples into RackHTML   Select the play arrow to begin. Ensure proper loading of samples into rack in order for the I/O Robot to access all tubes within the rack. Failure to do so will result in tubes not being processed.                              Identify Lane and Load in I/O ModuleHTML   Select the play arrow to begin. The system does not confirm tube processing requirements.  Based on which lane is selected, the system will place the sample tubes on the track and route accordingly.          Review Status of Rack to be RemovedSimulationInstructions:If media does not automatically start, select the play arrow to begin.Flash File:/content/generator/Course_90005095/1_SIM_APT_ReviewStatus_HTML5_800x600__9/1_SIM_APT_ReviewStatus_HTML5_800x600__9.swfHTML5 File:/content/generator/Course_90005095/1_SIM_APT_ReviewStatus_HTML5_800x600__9/index.htmlPDF File:Remove Samples from I/O ModuleHTML   Select the play arrow to begin. To remove samples, print out the sample status, unlock the rack by pushing the corresponding lane button on the LED bar, gently push the rack forward to release the latch, and pull the rack completely out from the lane. When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue. Sample Processing Choose the correct lane when loading samples Samples travel through the system based on the lane origin Sample Processing Sequence Learn about the sample processing sequence.   Select the play arrow to begin. When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue. The Sample Search function allows you to locate a sample in the system database using various search criteria including: Sample ID Patient (Name) Location Status Date Sample Search Screen Learn about the Sample Search Screen. Base ImageHotspotsText BlocksImage File Sample ID/ Name Based on Sample ID or Patient (Name), a search can be used to locate a sample tube.  Location The Location area can be used to search for samples based on Module/ Analyzer location or Status (ex. Online, or Offline) Date The Date icon is used to limit information to a specified date range for all samples located in the Sample Search. Tube Type, Seal and Cap These fields are used to search for sample tubes with known characteristics.  For example, a tube that is decapped.  Tube Error Code Here you can search for all sample tubes with an error code. Sample delivery To request a sample, use the Delivery command Sample will be delivered to the Priority Output rack Sample Delivery Learn about Sample Delivery. Instructions:If media does not automatically start, select the play arrow to begin.Flash File:/content/generator/Course_90005095/2_SIM_APT_SampleDelivery_HTML5_800X600__9/2_SIM_APT_SampleDelivery_HTML5_800X600__9.swfHTML5 File:/content/generator/Course_90005095/2_SIM_APT_SampleDelivery_HTML5_800X600__9/index.htmlPDF File: お疲れ様でした。 syngo.via 基礎オンライントレーニングはこれで終了です。 下記は、このトレーニングの学習内容の要点です。 最後のクイズに進む前に、この資料の内容をおさらいしてください。 Input//Output Module Lane Configurations: LED bar is positioned over the twenty I/O Module lanes on the worktable LED indicator light illuminates with an icon indicating the status of the lane below Overview Screen displays twenty buttons related to the I/O module lanes I/O Lane Buttons and LED indicators Learn about the I/O Lane Buttons and LED Indicators. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1 I/O Module Lanes   Twenty lanes within the I/O module for sample racks Each lanes has a designated configuration Appropriate lane must be selected when loading samples Select Next to continue. Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.There are a total of twenty lanes within the I/O module for sample rack placement. The first fifteen can accommodate up to 48 tubes per rack while the last five are reserved for 12 tubes per rack. Depending on how each is configured, the appropriate lane must be selected to introduce samples onto the system. Select Next to continue.2 Lane State Each lane has a designated state with a corresponding icon System does not verify sample tubes when loaded It is important to recognize the icons and choose the appropriate lanes Failure to load samples in their appropriate lanes can result in processing errors.   Select Next to continue.  Recognizing the state of each lane is critical to proper operation of the system. It is important to note that the system does not verify tubes loaded into the I/O module for centrifugation or cap status. The operator must select the correct lane when loading samples. Failure to do so may result in processing errors. For example, if uncapped tubes are incorrectly loaded into a lane designated for capped tubes, the system will process them as if they were capped. Select Next to continue.3 LED Indicator Lights Icon associated with the lane status Light can be fixed, flashing or off   Select Next to continue.  Select the number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Light blue is Routine Input Green is Output Blue is Priority Input The LED bar is positioned over the I/O module worktable, with an LED light above each of the lanes. Each LED indicator light illuminates and displays an icon indicating the lane state. The lighting can be fixed, flashing, or off with colors for further differentiation. A fixed light indicates an active rack, a flashing light a rack waiting to be removed by the operator and the light is off when no rack is present. Light blue designates a Routine Input lane, blue a Priority Input and green an Output lane. Select Next to continue.4 Input Lanes Routine or Priority  Centrifuged Uncapped Note: Refer to the Operator's Guide a complete list of Input lanes and their description.    Select Next to continue.  Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Routine Input Centrifuged Routine Input Uncapped Routine Input Priority Input Centrifuged Priority Input Uncapped Priority Input For routine operations, the following icons can be displayed for Input Lanes. The "Up Arrow" Icon represents a routine input. The 'Up Arrow' with Spin Symbol' Icon represents a centrifuged routine input. An "Up Arrow" with an uncapped tube represents an uncapped routine input. For samples with STAT status or Priority, the following Icons are used: The "Up Arrow" with Plus Symbol' represents a priority input. The 'Up Arrow" with Plus and Spin Symbol represents centrifuged priority input. The "Up Arrow" with Plus Symbol and Uncapped Tube represents a priority input uncapped. Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for a complete list of Input lanes and their description. Select Next to continue.5 Input Lanes Routine or Priority  Centrifuged Uncapped Note: Refer to the Operator's Guide a complete list of Input lanes and their description.    Select Next to continue.  Select the number to review the corresponding text.CalloutsComplete Output Incomplete Output Priority Output The following icons can be displayed for Output Lanes. The "Down Arrow" with Check represents Output Complete. The "Down Arrow" with Hourglass represents Output Incomplete indicating there are tests remaining to be processed. The "Down Arrow" with Plus Symbol' represents Priority Output which are sample with errors requiring operator attention. Select Next to continue.6 Sorting Lanes   Sorting is configured based on laboratory's needs    Select Next to continue.  Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Sorted Output Generic Sorted Output Sorting lanes are used to separate samples when unloading. Samples that are completed will be place in a Sorted Output Lane. The Generic Sorted Output lane may be used to sort samples with further tests remaining. Sorting lanes can be configured according to the laboratory's needs. Select Next to continue.7 Dynamic Lanes   Lane is configured for Routine Input When tubes have completed loading, rack changes to Output Output choices are: Priority, Complete, Incomplete    Note: Refer to the Aptio Automation Operator's Guide for a complete list of Dynamic lanes.   Select Next to continue. Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Routine Input, Priority Output Routine Input, Complete Output Routine Input, Incomplete Output Dynamic lanes start as a routine input lane for loading tubes and when all tubes have been loaded, the lane changes to an output. Dynamic lane icons display two arrows; the right hand arrow indicates the Output lane type. Choices for the Output are Priority, Complete and Incomplete. Refer to the Aptio Operator's Guide for a complete list of Dynamic lanes. Select Next to continue.8 Overview Screen Displays 20 buttons representing the I/O Module lanes Icons above the buttons indicate lane configuration         When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.  In the User Interface, the Overview Screen displays 20 buttons representing the I/O module lanes. Above each lane is the icon associated with the lane configuration. When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.

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