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VersaCell® X3 Solution Workflow Optimization Online Training

General knowledge of the workflow optimization capabilities of the VersaCell® X3 Solution.

The system components of the MULTIX (pronounced “MUL-TIX”)  Impact are located in either the examination room or the control room.  The examination room contains the floor-mounted X-ray tube with the TUI and collimator, the patient table, and the Bucky wall stand.  In the control room, the system components include the Image Station, the Keyboard and mouse, the generator ON/Off console with the radiation release button, the hand switch for radiation release, the wireless remote control console, the optional barcode scanner, and the optional intercom system. Welcome to the VersaCell® X3 Solution Workflow Optimization Online Training course. The work in a laboratory can be separated into a few distinct steps or phases: Pre-analytical Analytical Post-analytical The VersaCell X3 Solution can provide efficiencies in each of these laboratory process areas. The unique consolidation capabilities of the VersaCell X3 Solution combine many of the advantages of full automation.  In line with Lean* principles, this solution allows you to implement and refine processes to reduce errors, with the ultimate objective to enhance patient care.   *Lean –Motorola Company 1981 Note: For information on Lean concepts, refer to the Introduction to Lean Concepts Online Training PEP course.  Select Next to continue. . Identify the key VersaCell X3 Solution capabilities for each phase Identify the three phases of laboratory workflow Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Select Next to continue. The operating elements of the Bucky Wall Stand include:  The Stand Column with LED indicator The green LED indicates the system is ready for exposure The yellow LED indicates the exposure are being performed The blue LED indicates the system is not ready for exposure A Front panel with imprint for detector position and measuring fields Profile rails for accessories (on both sides) Buttons for motorized vertical movement A Button for centering tube to detector with LED indicator A Button for tube/detector tracking function A Button for manual vertical movement The Detector tray, and  The Emergency STOP button Congratulations. You have completed the VersaCell X3 Solution Workflow Optimization Online Training course. Listed below are the key points presented in this course. Take time to review the material before you proceed to the final assessment. Identify the 3 phases of laboratory workflow Typical laboratory process phases include: Pre-analytics phase includes all the steps needed to get the specimen or tube to the actual testing phase. Some of these include identifying the sample, loading, centrifugation, decapping, and routing to appropriate next location Analytics phase is where the specimen tube is delivered to multi-disciplinary analyzers for testing, the specimen is sampled, the test is performed and results are obtained Post-analytics phase is where the tubes are sorted, sealed, stored and disposed of if appropriate   Pre-analytics Analytics Post-analytics Centralized loading Ability to prioritize samples Sorting Intelligent routing Ability to enable / disable tests Searching and archiving No required maintenance User friendly status monitoring Virtual Network Connection (VNC) Retrieval and re-testing  Pre-analytics   Centralized Loading Key Capabilities: Sample loading and unloading Ability to intermix different sample tube sizes within one drawer 4 routine drawers each accommodating up to 50 sample tubes 1 Priority Drawer accommodating up to 8 sample tubes Note: VersaCell X3 Expansion Pack systems will not have an 8-position priority drawer Intelligent Routing Key Capabilities:  Functions as a single interface between an LIS (Laboratory Information System) and analytical systems. Determines system availability through intelligent, independent sample management Transports sample requests to the analyzer for the sample test Automates the re-testing process ie: re-testing capability for rerun/reflex/auto-dilution Specimen retrieval and delivery to analytics for add-on testing from the LIS or CentraLink No Scheduled  Maintenance Key Capabilities: The VersaCell X3 Solution requires minimal maintenance There is no scheduled VersaCell X3 Solution maintenance The following are the only as needed maintenance tasks: Wipe up spills Clean the interface wheel Replace O-rings  Analytics:   Multi-Discipline Analyzers Siemens analyzers that can be connected to the VersaCell X3 Solution: IMMULITE 2000 system and IMMULITE 2000 XPi system ADVIA Centaur XP Immunoassay system ADVIA 1800 Chemistry system Dimension RxL Max system Dimension ExL system with LM and Dimension ExL 200 Chemistry system Sample Prioritization Key Capabilities: Samples loaded onto the front of connected analyzers will always be prioritized first Second priority - 8 position drawer that sits above the other 4 routine drawers Prioritization of critical samples  Full availability of any one of the positions Note: VersaCell X3 Expansion Pack systems will not have an 8-position priority drawer, but can still  assign a 50 position drawer for STAT samples. Ability to Enable / Disable Tests Key Capabilities: Ability to temporarily disable or enable tests on any connected instrument Disable tests based for method troubleshooting Batch tests User Friendly Status Monitoring Key Capabilities: Intuitive software for easy navigation Quick alert color coded icons to track sample status and errors Identify issues at a glance Consolidate sample management/workstations Virtual Network Connection (VNC) connects all analyzers through a single interface  Post-analytics:  Sorting Key Capabilities: Configure the system to sort sample tubes into specific columns of a Sort Drawer Sorting enables operator to group sample tubes for a particular reason into the same column for easy access Sort tubes using test codes sent by the LIS(or tests that have been disabled in the test map to only be run on certain days) Sort multiple test codes into a single Sort Group  Searching and Archiving Key Capabilities: Dedicated sample racks for sample storage Unique rack ID Racks have writable labels (visual cues) Rack "covers'" maintain sample integrity during storage Software search feature identifies sample location on or off-board   Select Next to continue.   The multileaf collimator can be either an automatic collimator or manual collimator. The multileaf collimator contains a laser line localizer that projects crosshairs from the longitudinal and transverse axis of the radiation field onto the detector or directly onto the patient. The full field light localizer for projecting the crosshairs is switched on with the button at the front of the collimator. Select the popup windows below to learn more about the specific collimator control elements and about rotating the collimator.  Typical laboratory workflow phases include: Pre-analytics Analytics Post-analytics Select Next to continue. The wireless detector is part of a digital image acquisition chain in an overall radiological system. Communication between the detector and the Imaging Station is managed through a system-specific Wi-Fi interface. The wireless connection of the mobile detector is established between the X-ray detector and the system.  The MAX wi-D and Impact wi-D both have LED indicators for internal status and connectors for service issues. The back side of the MAX wi-D (with respect to the active sensitive array) includes electrical contacts to recharge the replaceable battery.  Pre-analytics Analytics Post-analytics Centralized loading Ability to prioritize samples Sorting Intelligent routing Ability to enable / disable tests Searching No scheduled maintenance User friendly status monitoring Vitual Network Connection (VNC) Archiving   VersaCell X3 Solution Capabilities Learn about VersaCell X3 Solution capabilities. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1Pre-analytics:  Centralized Loading   Key Capabilities: Sample loading and unloading at a single location Ability to intermix different sample tube sizes within one drawer 4 routine drawers each accommodating up to 50 sample tubes 1 Priority Drawer accommodating up to 8 sample tubes, at one time Note: VersaCell X3 Expansion Pack systems will not have an 8-position priority drawer. Select Next to continue. Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.Sample management is one of the most important, if not the most important, function of a laboratory analytical system. The way in which the total solution manages samples affects sample throughput, result turnaround time, operator interaction, the time the operator spends on the solution and finally the quality of the sample and result. An operator can configure the VersaCell X3 Solution to deliver tubes to connected analyzers in the most efficient way depending on the status of the sample and the analyzer availability. The status of a sample can easily be determined by the color or icon within the circle that represents the tube location within a drawer. Samples can be re-delivered for add on and repeats for LIS generated orders. There is no need to manually retrieve tubes and re-load, unless the sample has already been sorted, or removed from the system. The total capacity is 208 samples with four 50 position routine drawers and one 8 position priority drawer for STAT sample prioritization (the 8 position priority drawer is available in the New VersaCell X3 System only). Select next to continue. 2 Pre-analytics: Intelligent Routing   Key Capabilities:  Functions as a single interface between an LIS and analytical systems Determines which instruments to send sample to, with intelligent, independent sample management Transfers sample request to the analyzers Moves tubes individually - independent sample tube movement Automates the retesting process for rerun/reflex/auto-dilution   Specimen retrieval and delivery to analytics for add-on testing    Select Next to continue. The system functions as a universal interface between the LIS and the connected instruments. The VersaCell X3 Solution receives orders from the LIS and determines which instruments should process the sample tube, based on the status of the test, onboard inventories, the type of test, and instrument availability. This is achieved through the intelligent, independent sample management processing design found on the VersaCell family. As is the case with all Siemens automated systems, the individual samples are only transported to the analytical systems that need to run the tests. The robotic arm reads the sample barcodes, and moves each tube only where it needs to go for analysis. Tubes are delivered to a 12 position interface wheel for all systems except the IMMULITE system, which utilizes a 3 position automation rack. Tubes are returned to the drawers where they can be manually removed, sorted or delivered to another connected system. Select next to continue.3 Pre-analytics: No Scheduled Maintenance   Key Capabilities: VersaCell X3 Solution requires minimal maintenance No “scheduled ” maintenance Only as needed maintenance tasks: Wipe up spills Clean the interface wheel Replace O-rings Note:  Refer to the VersaCell X3 System Preparation Online Training PEP course for more information on how to perform as needed maintenance tasks.   Select Next to continue. The VersaCell X3 Solution requires minimal maintenance maximizing the uptime. There is no “scheduled “ operator maintenance. The VersaCell X3 system has only as needed maintenance tasks - wipe up spills, clean the interface wheel, and replace O-rings. Select Next to continue. 4 Analytics: Multi-Discipline Analyzers   Siemens analyzers that can be connected to the VersaCell X3 Solution: IMMULITE® 2000 system and IMMULITE® 2000 XPi system ADVIA Centaur® XP system ADVIA® 1800 Chemistry system Dimension® RxL Max® system Dimension®  EXL™ system with LM and Dimension®  EXL™ 200 system     Select Next to continue.    The VersaCell X3 Solution expands the Chemistry and Immunoassay testing whether you are running chemistry, immunoassay, or integrated systems, with the flexibility to connect up to three analyzers through a single robotic sample interface. The Siemens analyzers that can be connected to the VersaCell X3 Solution include the IMMULITE 2000 and IMMULITE 2000 XPi systems, ADVIA Centaur XP, ADVIA 1800 Chemistry system, Dimension RxL Max, and the Dimension EXL with LM and Dimension EXL 200 systems. Select Next to continue. 5 Analytics: Sample Prioritization   Key Capabilities: First priority - Any samples loaded directly on the front of the connected analyzers will always be prioritized first Second priority - Samples loaded in the 8-position priority drawer that sits above the other 4 routine drawers Note: VersaCell X3 Expansion Pack systems will not have an 8-position priority drawer, but still have the ability to assign a 50 position drawer for STAT samples.   Note:  Refer to the VersaCell X3 System Sample Processing Online Training PEP course for more information on how to process priority samples.    Select Next to continue.   STAT samples are immediately accessed with the new 8 position priority drawer on the new VersaCell X3 System only. It is positioned above the other 4 standard drawers. Samples can be introduced during operation which frees up the 50 position drawer for routine sample processing. Tubes can be removed or added to any open position in the priority drawer at any time. All 8 positions are re-scanned every time the priority drawer is closed. Additionally, the operator always has the option to load priority tubes directly on the connected analyzers. These tubes will take priority over any tubes loaded on the VersaCell X3 system. Select Next to continue.6 Analytics: Ability to Enable / Disable Tests   Key Capabilities: Ability to temporarily disable or enable tests on any connected instrument Useful for disabling tests while method troubleshooting Provides ability to batch tests  Note:  Refer to the VersaCell X3 System Sample Processing Online Training PEP course for more information on how to enable and disable tests.   Select Next to continue. The VersaCell X3 Solution incorporates a test map feature that allows the operator to activate and deactivate methods to be run across the connected systems. The test map comes prepopulated with all available methods for systems that connect to the VersaCell X3 Solution. Methods can be activated and then disabled or enabled for an individual system through the VersaCell X3 Solution, by the operator. This can be done to temporarily disable a method on a particular system, for example to allow for evaluation, troubleshooting, or sorting and then batch testing on different days. Select next to continue.7 Analytics: User Friendly Status Monitoring Key Capabilities: Intuitive software for easy navigation   Quick alert color coded icons to track system sample status and errors Identify issues at a glance Consolidates sample management Virtual Network Connection (VNC) connects all analyzers through a single interface Allows the operator to view and control the connected instruments' software on the VersaCell X3 system monitor Reduces time wasted walking to each connected system to perform software tasks   Select Next to continue. Callouts Virtual Network Connection buttons Operational efficiency must be streamlined to ensure that productivity targets are met, especially when staffing and financial resources are limited. The VersaCell X3 solution offers customers very easy status monitoring. Easy navigation and visual screens give operators visual cues on the home screen making it easy to identify issues at a glance. The operator can manage reagent shortages, systems down, sampling status, and errors as well as sorted samples. This makes it easier for quick remediation to reduce TAT during exceptional situations. The VersaCell X3 Solution consolidates workstations as well as sample management. All connected analyzers can be accessed through the Virtual Network Connection on the VersaCell X3 Solution screen. The VNC consolidates operation of all connected analyzers through a single operator interface. This reduces time wasted walking to each connected system to perform software tasks such as viewing messages, programming calibrators, and checking supplies. Select next to continue.8 Pre-Post analytics: Sorting   Key Capabilities: Configure the system to sort sample tubes into specific columns of a Sort Drawer Sorting enables the operator to group sample tubes for a particular reason into the same column for easy access Tubes can be sorted using test codes sent by the LIS (or tests that have been disabled in the test map to only be run on certain days)  Note:  Refer to the VersaCell X3 System Sample Processing Online Training PEP course for more information on how to configure a sort drawer.   Select Next to continue.   The system can be configured to sort sample tubes into specific columns of a sort Drawer. Sorting enables the customer to group sample tubes for a particular reason into the same column for easy access. For example, all barcode errors can be sorted into one column of the Sort drawer. The operator can then address all these issues later. Also, tubes can be sorted using test codes sent by the LIS. Customers can run a test and then sort the sample tube, or just sort the tube. They can sort multiple test codes into a single Sort Group; for example, all tubes to be sent out to another laboratory. Furthermore, sorting can be performed pre- and/or post-analytically, depending on the lab’s requirements. Select Next to continue. 9 Post-analytics: Searching and Archiving    Key Capabilities: Dedicated stackable racks for sample storage Unique rack ID Racks have writable labels (visual cues) Rack covers to maintain sample integrity during storage Software search feature to identify sample location on or off-board the system  Note:  Refer to the VersaCell X3 System Sample Processing Online Training PEP course for more information on how to use the Search feature in the software to locate sample tubes. When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue. The post-analytical workload is reduced due to the system's sample archiving and tracking capabilities. Practical automation of post-analytical processes enhances lab productivity. Samples can be found quickly. The dedicated racks can be used for sample short term storage. Each rack has a unique rack ID. For additional ID capabilities, VersaCell System racks have writable labels (visual cues) to make it even easier for operators to find samples. The racks are also stackable to maximize refrigerator storage space. A search feature in the software is used to locate sample tubes on or off-board the system. Off-board sample tubes may be in a holding rack, in storage, or may have been sent to another instrument to complete testing. When complete, select the X in the upper right corner to close the window and continue.

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