Analyzing Hemoglobin A1c Quality Control Job Aid

HbA1c Quality Controls Running Quality Control Running Quality Control 1. Prepare the Normal and Abnormal quality 8. Carefully remove excess control solution with a control materials lint-free tissue 2. Remove the quality control value card from the 9. Insert the capillary holder into the cartridge until it HbA1c quality control kit snaps into place 3. Scan the correct control card values prior to 10. Scan the cartridge testing • Barcode facing to the right • Barcode facing to the right • Insert into barcode track above the dot • Insert into barcode track above the dot • Slide cartridge smoothly down track • Slide card smoothly down track 10. Audible beep sounds when successful Insert the cartridge into the analyzer • • Barcode facing to the right 4. Remove and unwrap the capillary holder • Insert cartridge until a click is heard • 5. Mix the sample well by manually mixing the Slowly and firmly pull the flexible tab vial back and forth 11. Close the door 6. Open the control bottle and carefully aspirate 12. Remove and discard the cartridge when the test is control material without introducing air into complete the vial • Press and hold the plastic tab with the left hand • 7. Add 1uL of control sample to the capillary by Gently push down and to the right to unlock touching on the tip of the control solution 11. Record the QC results • If an air bubble(s) is present in the capillary tube, discard and repeat GPE15009.001 Effective date 06/09/2014