Sopdxh900 C06947-1aa

Performing Complete Blood Count with WBC Differential,
Nucleated Red Blood Cell, Reticulocyte and Body Fluids Cell

Counting on the UniCel DxH 900 Coulter Cellular Analysis System
Purpose This procedure provides the instructions necessary for performing a complete blood count (CBC), White
Blood Cell (WBC) differential, Nucleated Red Blood Cell (NRBC) count, Reticulocyte count (Retic) and Body
Fluids Cell count (TNC, RBC) on the UniCel DxH 900 Coulter Cellular Analysis System.
On the DxH 900, the complete blood count, the CBC, is the fundamental analytical test that evaluates the
three main cellular components: White Blood Cells, Red Blood Cells, and Platelets. The WBC differential,
also a fundamental test, identifies and enumerates the percent and absolute number (% & #) of the white
bloods cells and nucleated Red Blood Cells present in whole blood. The complete Retic count, an analytical
test, evaluates red cell production and maturity. The analysis of body fluids identifies and enumerates total
nucleated cells (WBC and others) and RBC and assists with the identification of reactive, infectious or
malignant processes. The DxH 900 CBC and body fluids analyses are based on the Coulter Principle. The
WBC differential, NRBC and Reticulocyte analyses use VCSn technology. The CBC with WBC differential,
NRBC, Reticulocyte and Body Fluid counts are for in vitro diagnostic use in screening patient populations
found in clinical laboratories.
This document is not intended to replace the information in the Instrument Instructions for Use Manual
(IFU). Information in the Instructions for Use Manual supersedes information in any other manual.
Principles
of the Parameter Method Description
Procedure
White Blood Cell Count or Leukocyte Count

 Measured directly, multiplied by the calibration factor
 Corrected for interference if necessary. If no correction is
required, then WBC = UWBC.
WBC
Coulter  WBC = N x 103 cells/μL
Principle In the WBC bath, 6.0 mL of DxH diluent and 28 μL of sample are
combined with 1.08 mL of DxH Cell Lyse for a final dilution of 1:251.
After the mixing and incubation of sample and reagents, 6 inches of
vacuum and aperture current are applied simultaneously to the
apertures for the measurements of cell count and cell volume.
Uncorrected White Blood Cell Count

 Measured directly, multiplied by the calibration factor.
 UWBC = N x 103 cells/μL.
 UWBC is an intermediate value in the calculation of WBC.
Coulter
UWBC
Principle
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Performing Complete Blood Count with WBC Differential, Nucleated Red Blood Cell, Reticulocyte and Body
Fluids Cell counting on the UniCel DxH 900
Principles
Procedure
(cont.)
Total Nucleated Cell Count

• Measured directly, multiplied by the calibration factor
Coulter • TNC = cells/μL or cells/mm3
TNC
Principle • Applies to body fluid samples
Same as UWBC; System performs an extra rinse to ensure low
background counts.
Red Blood Cell Count or Erythrocyte Count

 Measured directly, multiplied by the calibration factor
 Corrected when WBC > 140 x 103 cells/uL. The corrected
RBC = (RBC - WBC). All ranges of RBC are corrected for
WBC in the body fluid cycle.
 RBC = N x 106 cells/μL for whole blood samples. N cells/mm3
RBC
Coulter (or cells/μL) for body fluid samples
Principle In the RBC bath, 10 mL of DxH diluent and 1.6 μL of sample are
combined for a final dilution of 1:6250. After the mixing and incubation
of sample and reagents, 6 inches of vacuum and aperture current are
applied simultaneously to the apertures for the measurements of cell
count and cell volume. The RBC and PLT count includes the
application of sweep flow to prevent the recirculation of cells behind
the aperture.
Hemoglobin or Hemoglobin Concentration

 Transmittance of light at 525 nm through a lysed WBC solution
in the Hgb cuvette, compared to the transmittance of the same
light through a reagent blank. The system converts this ratio to
the Hgb value using a calibration factor.
 Weight (mass) of Hgb determined from the degree of
absorbance found through photo current transmittance
expressed in g/dL
 Corrected for WBC interference when UWBC > 11 x 103
cells/µL. The correction is not made in the presence of UWBC
> 11 x 103 cells/µL and the HGB Inter: WBC system message.
 Hgb (g/dL) = [constant X log 10 (Reference %T/Sample %T)]
Photometric
Hgb
Measurement In the WBC bath, 6.0 mL of DxH diluent and 28 μL of sample are
combined with 1.08 mL of DxH Cell Lyse for a final dilution of 1:251.
The lytic reagent used for the WBC prepares the blood so the system
can count leukocytes and measure the amount of hemoglobin. The
lytic reagent rapidly and simultaneously destroys the erythrocytes and
converts a substantial proportion of the hemoglobin to a stable pigment
while leaving leukocyte nuclei intact. After the WBC are counted, the
lysed WBC dilution drains into the hemoglobin cuvette for Hgb
measurement. The absorbance of the pigment is directly proportional
to the hemoglobin concentration of the sample. Hgb is measured
photometrically at 525 nm. A blank is introduced into the cuvette during
each operating cycle. The Hgb blank provides a reference to which the
sample signal is compared. The system converts this ratio to the Hgb
value using a calibration factor.
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Principles
Procedure
(cont.)
Hematocrit
 The relative volume of packed erythrocytes to whole blood
Hct Calculated  The HCT is calculated using any corrected RBC and/or MCV,
when appropriate.
 Hct% = (RBC x MCV)/10
Mean Corpuscular Volume

 The average volume of individual erythrocytes derived
from the RBC histogram.
Derived from
MCV  Corrected for WBC interference when WBC > 140 x 103
RBC Histogram
cells/uL and the WBC particles were observed in the RBC
histogram.
 MCV = femtoliters (fL)
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin

 The weight of Hgb in the average erythrocyte.
MCH Calculated  The MCH is calculated using any corrected RBC and/or
HGB when appropriate.
 MCH (pg) = (Hgb/RBC) x 10
Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration

 The average weight of Hgb in a measured dilution.
MCHC Calculated  The MCHC is calculated using any corrected HGB and/or
HCT, when appropriate.
 MCHC (g/dL) = (Hgb/Hct) x 100
Red Cell Distribution Width

 The size distribution spread of the erythrocyte population
derived from the RBC histogram.
 Corrected for WBC interference when WBC > 140 x 103
cells/uL and the WBC particles were observed in the RBC
histogram.
 RDW is expressed as a coefficient of variation (%)
Derived from
RDW
RBC Histogram

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Principles
Procedure
(cont.)
Red Cell Distribution Width – Standard Deviation
 The size distribution spread of the erythrocyte population
Derived from derived from the RBC histogram. Corrected for WBC
RDW-SD
RBC Histogram interference when WBC > 140 x 103 cells/uL and the WBC
particles were observed in the RBC Histogram.
 RDW-SD is expressed as a standard deviation in fL
Platelet Count
 Derived from the PLT histogram, multiplied by a calibration
factor.
 PLT = N x 103 cells/μL
In the RBC bath, 10 mL of DxH diluent and 1.6 μL of sample are
Coulter
PLT combined for a final dilution of 1:6250. After mixing and incubation of
Principle
sample and reagents, 6 inches of vacuum and aperture current are
applied simultaneously to the apertures for the measurements of cell
count and cell volume. The RBC and PLT count includes the
application of sweep flow to prevent the recirculation of cells behind
the aperture.
.
Mean Platelet Volume
MPV Derived from
 The average volume of individual platelets as derived from the
PLT Histogram
PLT histogram after being multiplied by a calibration factor.
 MPV is expressed in fL.

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Principles
Procedure
(cont.)
WBC WBC Differential
Diff The sample preparation for the Diff analysis occurs in the diff mix
chamber part of the Air Mix and Temperature Control (AMTC) module
of the VCSn module. Approximately 34 µL of whole blood are delivered
by the Sample Aspiration Module (SAM) and dispensed directly into the
Diff chamber. Next, approximately 548 µL of Erythrolyse are added
and mixed using a focused jet of air regulated to 4 psi. After a brief
incubation, approximately 582 µL of Stabilyse are added, stabilizing
the WBC in their near native state. The prepared Diff sample is then
transferred to the flow cell for analysis.
NE VCSn Neutrophil Percent

Technology • [NE events/ (NE+LY+MO+EO+BA events)] x 100
• Expressed as a percentage (%)
LY Lymphocyte Percent
• [LY events/(NE+LY+MO+EO+BA events)] x 100
MO Monocyte Percent
↓ • [MO events/(NE+LY+MO+EO+BA events)] x 100
EO Eosinophil Percent
• [EO events/NE+LY+MO+EO+BA events)] x 100
BA Basophil Percent
• [BA events/(NE+LY+MO+EO+BA events)] x 100
NE# Calculated Neutrophil Absolute Count

• NE# (103/μL) = (NE/100) x WBC
LY# Lymphocyte Absolute Count

• LY# (103/μL) = (LY/100) x WBC
MO# Monocyte Absolute Count

• MO# (103/μL) =(MO/100) x WBC
↓
EO# Eosinophil Absolute Count
• EO# (103/μL) = (EO/100) x WBC
BA# Basophil Absolute Count

• BA# (103/μL) = (BA/100) x WBC

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Principles
Procedure
(cont.)
NRBC VCSn Nucleated Red Blood Cell Count
Technology • The number of nucleated red blood cells (NRBC) per 100 WBC
• Expressed as NRBC/100 WBC
The sample preparation for the NRBC analysis occurs in the NRBC mix
chamber incorporated into the Air Mix and Temperature Control
(AMTC) module of the VCSn module. Approximately 22 µL of whole
blood and 400 µL of diluent are delivered by the Sample Aspiration
Module (SAM), dispensed and mixed in the Diff chamber. Next,
approximately 155 µL of Cell Lyse is added and mixed using a focused
jet of air regulated to 4 psi. After a brief incubation, the prepared
NRBC sample is transferred to the flow cell for analysis.
NRBC# Calculated Nucleated Red Blood Cell Absolute Count

• Represents the total number of nucleated red blood cells
• NRBC# (103/μL) = (NRBC/100) x WBC
Retic VCSn Reticulocyte Count

Technology  The number of reticulocytes per 100 RBC
 Ratio of retics to the total number of red cells
 RET% = (Retic Events/Red Cell Events) x 100 expressed as a
percentage (%)
The sample preparation for the Retic analysis occurs in the retic mix
↓ chamber part of the Air Mix and Temperature Control (AMTC) module
of the VCSn module. Approximately 34 µL of whole blood are delivered
by the Sample Aspiration Module (SAM) and dispensed directly into the
Retic stain chamber. Next, approximately 200 µL of Retic Stain are
added and mixed using a focused jet of air regulated to 4 psi. After a
brief incubation, approximately 4 µL of whole blood and stain solution
are added to the retic chamber with Retic Clear and the prepared
sample is then transferred to the flow cell for analysis.
Retic # Calculated Reticulocyte Absolute Number

 RET# (106/μL) = (RET/100) x RBC
IRF Immature Reticulocyte Fraction

 A ration of the count of the highest light scatter retics (the
most immature retics) relative to the total retic count
 Expressed as a decimal ratio
 IRF = (Retic Events Regions 3-10)/(Retic Events Regions 1-10)
↓
MRV Mean Reticulocyte Volume
 Average volume of all retic events.

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Clinical The UniCel DxH 900 analyzer is a quantitative, multi-parameter, automated hematology analyzer for
Utility in-vitro diagnostic use in screening patient populations found in clinical laboratories.
Specimen Whole Blood

Collection and Collect whole blood in EDTA according to tube manufacturer’s instructions and procedures in:
Preparation • CLSI GP41-A6 (formerly H3-A6) for venipuncture
• CLSI GP42-A6 (formerly H4-A5) for capillary
See recommendations for anticoagulants in Performance in Chapter 1, System Overview.
Body Fluids
Beckman Coulter recommends that a diluent be run as a Body Fluid sample prior to analysis of Body
Fluid specimens. Backgrounds within specifications can influence the reported results on the samples
with low abnormal or normal values. Beckman Coulter recommends that each laboratory establish
criteria for evaluation of the impact of the background on the reported results.
To reduce body fluid sample viscosity, use hyaluronidase to treat synovial fluids prior to analysis
according to your laboratory standards. Add in the ratio of 1 mL of synovial fluid to 5 mg of
hyaluronidase. Mix for 5 minutes.
Specimen Tubes
The DxH Systems are capable of processing a wide variety of specimen tubes. See Recommended Tubes
in Appendix A, Special Equipment for tube specifications.
Sample Stability and Storage
IMPORTANT
Refer to CLSI GP44-A4 for guidelines.
Overview DxH 900

The following types of samples can be analyzed on the SPM:
Sample Anticoagulant
Whole Blood K2 or K3 EDTA
Prediluted anti-coagulated blood
Serous fluids (peritoneal, plural)
Synovial fluids (pretreated with Hyaluronidase) K2 or K3 EDTA or heparin
Cerebrospinal fluid No anticoagulant required

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Specimen Sample stability is measured by the ability of results to be within the stated specifications for a given
Collection and period of time and storage condition. A minimum of ten (10) samples are analyzed in duplicate at time
Preparation zero and the defined temperatures in Table 1.29, Sample Stability (Whole Blood). The mean of those
(cont.) results is compared to the mean of the same samples analyzed at the times and storage conditions
noted in those tables. The difference in mean results will be within the stability ranges defined in Table
1.29, Sample Stability (Whole Blood) and Table 1.30, Sample Stability (Pre-diluted Whole Blood).
Beckman Coulter recommends analyzing all non-refrigerated whole blood samples within 24 hours.
Insert laboratory’s instructions in the boxes below:
Special Instructions – Specimen Handling
Special Instructions – Specimen Rejection
Special Instructions – Storage and Stability

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Product DxH Cassettes

Information The DxH 900 System uses a five-position cassette. The bottom of each cassette contains metal inserts for use
with the Specimen Transport (STM) system. The cassette also includes grooves that interlock with mix station
hardware to secure the cassette to the mix station.
Reagents
The following are the recommended reagents:
COULTER DxH Diluent PN 628017 (10 L)

COULTER DxH Diluent is a cyanide-free, isotonic buffered saline solution. COULTER DxH Diluent dilutes the
specimen, is used for rinsing module components between sample analyses, and provides a sheath stream to
transport the sample through the flow cell.
COULTER DxH Cell Lyse PN 628019 (5L)

COULTER DxH Cell Lyse is a cyanide-free CBC lytic reagent that lyses red blood cells for the white blood cell
and total nucleated cell counts, and works in conjunction with COULTER DxH Diluent to generate a stable
hemoglobin measurement. COULTER DxH Cell Lyse is also used to lyse the red blood cells and discriminates
nucleated red blood cells from white blood cells.
COULTER DxH Cleaner PN 628023 (10 L)

DxH Cleaner is a cyanide-free, aldehyde-free cleaning agent that degrades residual materials so that they may
be flushed from the system with the diluent.
COULTER DxH Diff Pack PN 628020

The COULTER DxH Diff Pack consists of the Erythrolyse Lytic Reagent and Stabilyse Preservative Reagent.
The Erythrolyse Lytic Reagent is a cyanide-free lytic reagent that dilutes the blood sample, and lyses red
blood cells in preparation for white blood cell measurement in the flow cell. The StabiLyse Preservative
Reagent neutralizes the Diff lytic reagent and preserves the white blood cells for measurement in the flow
cell. Together, Erythrolyse and StabiLyse provide a dilution for the five-part differential.

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Reagents COULTER DxH Retic Pack PN 628021

(cont.) The DxH Retic Pack consists of a reticulocyte stain reagent and a reticulocyte-clearing reagent. The
reticulocyte stain reagent is a cyanide-free reagent that uses a dye to stain reticulocytes. The
reticulocyte-clearing reagent is a cyanide-free reagent that stabilizes the dye-reticulum complex to
enhance discrimination of reticulocytes from mature red blood cells utilizing the VCSn technology.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

To obtain an SDS for Beckman Coulter reagents,
 On the Internet, go to www.beckmancoulter.com
o Select Safety Data Sheets (SDS/MSDS) from the Support menu.
o Follow the instructions on the screen.
Refer to Setting Up DxH 900 Supplies, Replacing Reagent Containers – DxH 900 for the
recommended setup and replacement procedures listed in the Instructions for Use (IFU) or on-line help.
Reagent COULTER DxH Diluent is ready to use.

Preparation COULTER DxH Cleaner is ready to use.
COULTER DxH Diff Pack is ready for use.
COULTER DxH Retic Pack is ready to use.
COULTER DxH Diluent

Reagent Store at 2-40°C. Do not use product past expiration date. Use product at temperatures stated in the
Storage and instrument product manuals and/or online help. Opened containers are stable for 60 days when stored as
Stability recommended. Dispose of waste product, unused product, and contaminated packaging in compliance with
federal, state, and local regulations.
IMPORTANT: If product has been partially or completely frozen, allow product to warm to room
temperature. Invert the container 16 times to ensure complete mixing prior to placement on the
instrument. Install and prime the diluent as directed in your instrument product manuals and/or
online help. Verify background counts are acceptable before analyzing patient samples.
COULTER DxH Cell Lyse

Store at 2-40°C. Do not use product past expiration date. Use product at temperatures stated in the
instrument product manuals and/or online help. Opened containers are stable for 60 days when stored as
recommended. Dispose of waste product, unused product, and contaminated packaging in compliance with
temperature. Mix product by gentle inversion prior to placement on the instrument. Install and prime
the reagent as directed in your instrument product manuals and/or online help. Verify background
counts are acceptable before analyzing patient samples.
COULTER DxH Cleaner

Store at 2-25° C. Do not use product past expiration date. Use product at temperatures stated in the
instrument online help and/or product manuals. Opened containers are stable for 3 months when stored as
recommended. Dispose of waste product, unused product, and contaminated packaging in compliance with
the reagent as directed in your instrument product manuals and/or online help.

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Reagent COULTER DxH Diff Pack

Storage and Store COULTER DxH Diff Pack at 2-25°C. Do not use product past expiration date. Use product at
Stability temperatures stated in the instrument product manuals and/or online help. Opened containers are stable for
(cont.) 60 days when stored as recommended. Dispose of waste product, unused product, and contaminated
packaging in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
the reagent kit as directed in your instrument product manuals and/or online help. Verify background
COULTER DxH Retic Pack

Store COULTER DxH Retic Pack at 2-30°C. Do not use product past expiration date. Use product at
temperatures stated in the instrument product manuals and/or online help. Opened containers are stable for
60 days when stored as recommended. Dispose of waste product, unused product, and contaminated
packaging in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
the reagent kit as directed in your instrument product manuals and/or online help. Verify background
Insert laboratory’s instructions in the box below:
Special Instructions – Reagent Handling and Storage
Warnings and COULTER DxH Diluent

Precautions  Do not inhale and/or ingest.
 Avoid eye and skin contact.
 In case of eye or skin contact, flush affected area with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes.
 DO NOT REUSE CONTAINER.
COULTER DxH Cell Lyse

 Product contains <2% Isopropyl Alcohol and <2% Quaternary Ammonium Salts.
 Irritating to eyes.
 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
 Do not inhale and/or ingest.

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Warnings and COULTER DxH Cleaner

Precautions  Do not inhale and/or ingest.
(cont.)  Avoid eye and skin contact.
 In case of eye or skin contact, flush affected area with copious amounts of water for at least 15
minutes.
COULTER DxH Diff Pack

 Product contains <0.5% Formic Acid.
 Avoid eye and skin contact. In case of eye or skin contact, flush affected area with copious
amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
 DO NOT REUSE CONTAINERS.
COULTER DxH Retic Pack

 Product contains <1.0% Sulfuric Acid.
 Avoid eye and skin contact. In case of eye or skin contact, flush affected area with copious
amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
 DO NOT REUSE CONTAINERS.
These products are for in vitro diagnostic use.

For GHS, European Hazard information or Safety Data Sheets (SDS), please refer to
www.beckmancoulter.com > Support > Technical Documents for additional information.
Insert laboratory’s location(s) in the box below:
Reagent SDS Location

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Materials The following reagents, calibrators and controls are recommended and not supplied but may be
Required But Not required and can be purchased separately.
Provided
COULTER 6C Cell Control PN 628027 (12x) PN A59925 (9x)
The COULTER 6C Cell Control is an integrated control that enables monitoring of system performance
for CBC, Diff and NRBC parameters.
COULTER Retic-X Cell Control PN 628028

The COULTER Retic-X Cell Control is recommended for monitoring system performance of the
reticulocyte parameters.
COULTER LIN-X Linearity Control PN 628029

COULTER LIN-X Linearity Control is recommended for calibration assessment and verification of the
analytical measuring range for WBC, RBC, HGB, and PLT parameters.
COULTER Body Fluid Control PN 628030

COULTER Body Fluid Control is recommended for monitoring system performance of the body fluid
cycle’s RBC and TNC count parameters. COULTER Body Fluid Control can also be used for verification
of the analytical measuring range for TNC and RBC.
COULTER LATRON CP-X Control PN 628024

COULTER LATRON CP-X monitors the stability of the electrical processing and the fluidic flow rate
systems used to measure the VCSn parameters.
COULTER S-CAL Calibrator PN 628026

The COULTER S-CAL Calibrator is traceable to reference methods and is intended for the determination
of calibration factors for directly measured CCBC parameters. Calibrator results should be monitored
with COULTER 6C Cell Control.
Insert laboratory’s instructions in the boxes below:
Special Instructions – Calibrator and Control Handling and Storage

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Calibration The calibration procedure consists of comparing instrument measurements to known values for WBC,
DxH 900 RBC, HGB, MCV, PLT and MPV. Calibration assures that an instrument's data output accurately reflects
sample input. Calibration is performed using materials based on or traceable to known reference
preparations or materials. In general, the procedure may indicate that the instrument requires
standardization, by first determining the deviation from calibrator reference, and then applying
recommended correction factors (CAL factors).
The laboratory is responsible for the final calibration of the CBC parameters. Beckman Coulter
recommends COULTER S-CAL calibrator, or an exact equivalent, as an acceptable alternative to whole
blood calibration.
In the normal process of tracking data for an extended period of time, your laboratory can make a
specific decision to recalibrate a given parameter. Never adjust to a specific value for an individual
sample.
For best performance, verify and calibrate all the CBC parameters. The WBC differential, NRBC and
Retic parameters are calibrated by an authorized Beckman Coulter Representative in your laboratory.
The VCSn parameters do not require calibration in the laboratory.
NOTE: Ensure your SPM is properly maintained and the apertures are clean prior to calibration.
When to Verify Calibration:

You should verify the calibration of your instrument:
• As dictated by your laboratory procedures, local or national regulations
• When controls begin to show evidence of unusual trends
• When controls exceed the manufacturer’s defined acceptable limits
• If the average ambient room temperature changes more than 10°F or 6° C from the calibrating
temperature.
If the procedure indicates you need to calibrate, continue with the calibration procedure.
When to Calibrate:
You should calibrate your instrument:
• At installation
• After the replacement of any component that involves dilution characteristics (such as the BSV) or
the primary measurements (such as the apertures)
• When advised to do so by your Beckman Coulter Representative.
• If you fail verify calibration procedure.
NOTE: You can also set up an automatic notification to let you know when to calibrate. See Setting up
an Automatic Notification to Verify Calibration in Chapter 9, Setup.

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Quality Control Quality Control is the routine monitoring of performance and service using commercial or patient
DxH 900 controls. Controls have known characteristics when run on a given system and are analyzed
periodically in the same manner that patient specimens are analyzed. The results of analyzed controls
are then compared to the known characteristics using statistical methods. This comparison allows
changes in the system performance to be detected. You can then take some action if the changes
detected are significant.
The DxH 900 system lets you use multiple quality control techniques that are outlined in Chapter 4,
Quality Control of the Instructions for Use. Beckman Coulter recommends that Quality Control checks
be performed using patient and/or commercial controls at intervals established by your lab. When
using a commercial control, refer to the package insert to determine which method of presentation to
use. Failure to recover control values within your lab’s expected limits or the presence of unexplained
shifts or trends in any method of presentation should be investigated. If control problems cannot be
resolved, call your Beckman Coulter Representative.
Timely Quality Control monitoring includes Intelligent Quality Monitoring (IQM), which monitors event
notification and recovery within the system on an on-going basis. IQM monitors sensor and hardware
status in real-time, and also provides tracking and trending of event notifications via the Alert Status
icons, alarms and the History Event Log > QC tab. Events can be addressed as they occur. The
availability of IQM optimizes system availability and minimizes possible repeat patient testing for failed
QC. The combination of these methods provides the assurance of complete quality control and should
be applied separately or in combination, in accordance with your laboratory and accreditation
requirements.
Procedure Control Setup

Setting Auto Configuring Beckman Coulter Controls
Up Controls 1. From the Quality Control Setup - Controls screen, select Auto Config to display the Auto
Configure Controls dialog box.
2. Select the option boxes to choose controls that will use the Auto Configure feature. Select the
option to auto-configure a control presented for the specific instrument highlighted at System
Status.
3. Select OK to save your selections.
Scanning New Beckman Coulter Controls from a Handheld Bar Code Scanner
1. To set up a new Beckman Coulter control using the handheld bar code reader, follow the
instructions below.
2. From the Quality Control Setup - Controls screen, select New Control from Bar Code. The
following message is displayed: Waiting for 2D bar code to be scanned from assay sheet. Scan
the bar code.
3. After you scan the bar code, a dialog box is displayed that lets you select Auto Stop, Auto Print
and Auto Transmit for selected control files and instruments. The default selections are all files
and all instruments, but no Auto Stop, Auto Print or Auto Transmit.
Entering a Beckman Coulter Control Manually

1. From the Quality Control Setup - Controls tab screen, select New Manual Entry to display
the New Manual Entry Control dialog box.
2. From the New Manual Control Entry dialog box, select a type from the Type drop-down list and
a control level from the Level drop-down list.
3. Then, select New to display the Create Control dialog box.
NOTE: If you enter a Beckman Coulter Control manually and you enter an incorrect level, source,
or type, the control file must be deleted and you must enter the control again.

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Procedure 4. Enter a Lot Number (without hyphens) and select an Expiration Date from the drop-down
Setting list.
Up Controls 5. Select from the options available:
(cont). a. Auto Transmit
b. Auto Stop
c. Auto Print
6. Enter the Target and Limit values for the parameters, or choose from the Assigned Target
and Expected Limit options available on the screen.
7. Select Save to save the control settings.
Procedure Preparing COULTER LATRON CP-X AND COULTER 6C, Body Fluid, and Retic-X Controls
Processing
Controls COULTER LATRON CP-X
1. Bring COULTER LATRON CP-X to ambient temperature before use.
2. Gently mix a room temperature tube of COULTER LATRON CP-X Control by inversion five (5) to
eight (8) times. Avoid foaming.
COULTER 6C, Body Fluid, and Retic-X Controls

1. Remove the cell control tube(s) from refrigerator and warm at ambient temperature for 10 to 15
minutes.
2. After warming, mix by hand as follows:
a. Roll the tube slowly between the palms of the hands eight times in an upright position.
b. Invert the tube and slowly roll it between the palms eight times.
c. Gently invert the tube eight times.
4. Repeat steps 3a to 3c for COULTER 6C and COULTER Body Fluid Controls.
NOTE: DO NOT use any type of mechanical mixer.
Processing COULTER LATRON CP-X, COULTER 6C Cell, Retic-X Cell, and Body Fluid Controls
1. Prepare your instrument: Follow the instructions for Setting Up Controls in System HELP or the
Instructions for Use when a new lot of controls is received.
2. Perform Daily Checks according to System HELP or the Instructions for Use.
3. Place controls in cassette and place cassette in the Input Buffer.
4. Process the Latron, 6C and Retic-X controls in the Cassette Presentation on the instrument. For
Latron, examine the Mean/Mode Channel and Coefficient of Variation results for the volume,
conductivity and various light scatter measurements. Compare the results to the TABLE OF
EXPECTED RESULTS.
5. Process the Body Fluids Control in the Single-Tube Presentation on the instrument.
6. For 6C, Retic-X, and Body Fluid Controls compare instrument values to those given in the
TABLE OF EXPECTED RESULTS.
7. Return the tube(s) to the refrigerator within 30 minutes.
NOTE: If a result exceeds the assay limits, refer to your System HELP or Instructions for Use for
suggested actions. Follow your laboratory’s procedure for handling results that exceed limits.

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IQAP Export 1. Select Menu > Setup > Quality Control > More Options > IQAP Export.
Setup 2. Select Export IQAP.
Sample Analysis Affixing a Bar Code Label to a Tube
IMPORTANT When affixing a label to a tube:

• Ensure the label is flattened smooth against the tube.
• Press the label down securely, including all the edges and the corners.
• Ensure that no part of the label is loose.
• Do not affix more than three labels to a tube.
• Do not affix the label to the bottom 10 mm of the tube or the top 10 mm of the tube or skew the
label more than 12 degrees. These areas are not viewable due to the curvature of the tube and the
cassette window. The top 10 mm dimension is measured from the bottom edge of the cap.

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Sample Analysis Loading Cassettes

(cont.) The cassette is the carrier for the sample tubes (patient or control) used in cassette presentation
where automatic loading, mixing, and aspiration occurs. Always hold the cassette firmly by its edges.
Do not try to hold or lift a cassette by grabbing a tube. The weight of the remaining tubes could cause
the cassette to fall.
1. Slide each sample firmly into the cassette.

2. Ensure that the bar codes are facing up within the cassette window.
NOTE In the figure below, 1 and 2 are examples of good placement; 3 to 5 are examples of
incorrect placement.
Adding a Test Order

You can add a test order by automatically downloading the order from the LIS or by manual entry.
Automatic Download from the LIS. See Chapter 9, Setup as well as the Host Transmission Manual for
information on configuring a download from the LIS.
Manually Entering a Test Order
1. Select Menu > Worklist > Pending tab.

2. From the Worklist - Pending Tab screen, select Add Order to display the Add Order screen.
NOTE Batching must be disabled in order to manually add a test order. Batching can be
enabled/disabled by module. See Batching in Chapter 9, Setup for additional instructions.
3. Press [Tab] to move through each section and follow the steps for Add Specimen Information,
Select an Available Panel, and Add Patient Information.
Add Specimen Information

1. Enter a Specimen ID and press [Tab].
2. Select a Specimen Type from the drop-down list.
3. Complete the remaining optional fields as desired. Mandatory fields are indicated by an
asterisk (*).

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Sample Analysis Select an Available Panel

(cont.) Once you have selected a panel, it is displayed as the Default Panel the next time you add an order.
1. Verify or select the panel. See Table 5.1, Available Panels for a list of available panels. You
can add patient information at this time, if desired.
NOTE Select None for samples without a test order when your system is using the LIS to populate
the worklist. The samples without test orders will be skipped.
2. Select Submit.
NOTE Orders that are added to the system, but have not yet been analyzed, can be viewed on the
Worklist - Pending screen.
Add Patient Information

1. To add patient demographics to an order, enter the Patient ID in the Patient Information
panel and press [Tab] to display the Find Patient dialog box.
2. Select a Patient ID, then OK to add the patient’s demographics to the order
OR
Select Add Patient to add a new patient demographic to the database.
NOTE To edit a patient’s demographics, select Edit Patient. See Demographics in Chapter 9,
Setup for additional instructions.

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Sample Analysis When a Patient demographic is associated with the test order, a Patient button is enabled from the
(cont.) local navigation bar on the Add Order and Edit Order screens which lets you select from the following
options. Select OK when the dialog box is displayed to confirm the action.
• Clear Patient: Lets you disassociate the currently selected patient from the Test Order. In other
words, it clears the patient demographic.
• Edit Patient: Displays the Edit Patient Demographics Dialog. Lets you edit all of the patient
demographics with the exception of the Patient ID.
• Rectify Patient ID: Lets you enter the correct patient ID (in case the patient ID is wrong). See
Rectify Patient ID in Chapter 9, Setup for additional information.
Adding Comments to a Test Order

1. Select Pending tab > Add Order > Enter Specimen ID > Comments.
2. Select Comments from the local navigation bar.
3. Select Add.
4. Select the Type of comment.
5. Enter a comment in the text box or select System Comment to add a System Comment.
NOTE If you enter a comment here, that comment will be available for future selection in the list
of System Comments.
6. Select the Lab Use Only check box if this comment is for lab use only.
7. Select OK.
8. Select Close to exit.
9. Select Submit to accept the changes.
OR
Select Cancel to cancel the changes.
Editing a Test Order

1. Select Menu > Worklist > Pending tab.
2. Highlight the order you want to edit and select Edit Order from the local navigation bar.
NOTE: When a Patient ID is edited, the results are not saved and the flagging limit resets to
Adult. An exception is generated causing the application to crash.
3. Edit the information on the screen and select Submit.

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Running Samples Running Samples

You must be online to run samples. You can run samples using:
• Cassette Presentation
• Single-Tube Presentation
• Predilute Panel (PREDIx5)
Cassette Presentation
1. Ensure the SPM is set up for the appropriate test for your workflow. For additional information
on manually adding a test order to the worklist, see Test Orders in Chapter 5, Sample Analysis.
2. Ensure your specimens have been:
• Collected properly
• Stored and handled properly
3. Load the specimens into the cassettes.
4. Place the cassettes into the Input Buffer. The SPM automatically begins cycling the cassettes.
5. After the SPM cycles the samples, review the sample results at the System Manager. See
Chapter 6, Data Review for information on reviewing sample results.

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Running Samples Single-Tube Presentation

(cont.)
When you begin a diagnostic procedure from the System Manager, the instrument will not run patient
samples.
When a test location is busy processing other automatically presented samples, the response from a
single-tube station may be delayed.
1. Ensure your specimens have been collected and stored properly.

2. If you want to redistribute the cassettes at the SPM that you will use during single-tube
processing, place the instrument offline by selecting Stop in the upper right side of the screen.
No cassettes will be sent to the offline SPM until the instrument is brought back online OR Go
to the next step.
3. Select at the top of any screen.

4. From the Select Instrument dialog box, select the down arrow for the name of the instrument
to place in single-tube processing mode and select OK.
5. Place the specimen on the bar code reader platform of the Single-Tube Presentation Station
with the bar code facing the SPM to allow the Single-Tube Presentation Bar Code Reader to
scan the specimen label.
NOTE If the bar code label is unreadable, try moving the tube off the indentation and nearer to the
camera for a re-scan attempt.
OR
Enter the Specimen Identifier and press [Enter].
OR
Scan the bar code with the handheld scanner. See Using the Handheld Scanner in Chapter 5,
Sample Analysis for additional instructions.
6. Verify the Specimen Identifier and submit a Test request, if prompted to do so.
7. Select the Control checkbox if you are running a Body Fluid control.
8. Press [Enter] to indicate that you accept the bar code label read or a manual entry.
9. Mix the specimen according to your laboratory standards.
10. Place the specimen into the desired position of the Single-Tube Station. The Single-Tube
Station will retract into the instrument and begin analysis. The system will provide information
on the state of the instrument.
IMPORTANT If more than two minutes elapse from the time the Specimen ID is entered to the time
the specimen is placed into the Single-Tube Station, the station will retract and the System Manager
will exit the Single-Tube Presentation. If you do not remove the completed sample from the Single-
Tube Station, the station will retract and the System Manager will exit Single-Tube Presentation. Re-
enter the Single-Tube Presentation to retrieve any tube that remained in the Single-Tube Station after
retraction.
NOTE At any time during single-tube analysis, the Single-Tube Presentation screen may be hidden by
selecting Hide. Display the screen on again by selecting the Single-Tube Presentation icon.
Retrieve the tube from the Single-Tube Station. Select Exit and Yes from the dialog box to end the
single-tube analysis. Return any offline SPM to the online state.

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Running Samples Your DxH handheld scanner is a camera that takes a picture of the bar code.
(cont.) 1. Aim the scanner at the bar code as if you were taking a picture.
2. Slowly move the scanner closer to the bar code (allow the camera to focus) until you hear a
beep. If you do not hear a beep, ensure that the scanner is correctly connected to the
computer and configured for your labels.
Predilute Panel (PREDIx5)

The Predilute panel on the DxH 900 may be used to analyze diluted specimens that exceed the
reportable range or meet specific laboratory criteria for analysis. The Predilute panel is abbreviated
PREDIx5.
PREDIx5 provides a CBC analyzed via Single-Tube Presentation. The dilution factor is set to 5. The
Single-Tube Presentation requires 165 μL. For analysis and pre-dilute preparation, 50 μL whole blood
in 200 μL diluent are required for analysis and pre-dilute preparation.
The diluted sample results analyzed using the PREDIx5 panel and Single-Tube Presentation are
automatically multiplied by 5.
A simple dilution is one in which a unit of sample volume is combined with the appropriate volume of
diluent to achieve a desired concentration. The dilution factor is the total number of unit volumes in
which the blood sample will be dissolved. For example, a 1:2 dilution combines one (1) unit volume of
blood sample and one (1) unit volume of diluent. The results dilution factor is two (2 = 1 + 1).
Obtain Diluent
1. Have a clean empty tube ready to collect the dispensed diluent.
2. Select .
3. Select Dispense Diluent and follow the prompts on the screen to acquire diluent
(approximately 1 mL per dispense) by placing an empty tube in the left side of the Single-
Tube Station.
NOTE Light blue coloring may be visible in the first diluent sample dispensed after Daily Checks or
after processing a sample in the R, CR, or CDR panel, when the Reticulocyte module is enabled. This
residual retic stain does not affect result accuracy. To obtain a clear diluent sample, discard the first
sample and dispense the diluent again.
Run the Predilute Sample

1. Identify the Specimen ID by placing the specimen on the platform in front of the Single-
Tube Presentation Station bar code reader OR
Enter the Specimen Identifier OR
Use the handheld bar code scanner.
IMPORTANT If no sample is placed in the Single-Tube processing station within approximately two
minutes, the System Manager exits the Single-Tube Presentation.
2. Select PREDIx5 from the Test drop-down list on the Single-Tube Presentation dialog box.
3. Verify the Specimen Identifier and Test request.
4. Move the cursor to the end of the ID field by touching the end of the ID or using the
mouse to click at the end of the ID. Then, press [Enter]. Acknowledging the ID that is
displayed on the System Manager screen by pressing [Enter] indicates that you accept the
bar code label read or manual entry.
5. Place the pre-diluted specimen into the correct single-tube position.
IMPORTANT If more than two minutes elapse from the time the Specimen ID is entered to the
time the specimen is placed into the Single-Tube Presentation station, the station retracts and the
System Manager exits Single-Tube Presentation.
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Maintenance
DxH 900 Procedure Purpose Tools/Supplies Frequency
 High-quality,
fragrance-free,
Addresses: gel-free bleach (5-
Failure to recover 6% sodium
control values hypochlorite)
Cleaning (Bleaching)
Decreased cell  Distilled water As needed
the Apertures
counted, increased  Container for
MCV values, or bleach-distilled
increased voteouts water solution
 Container for
distilled water
Cleaning the Aspiration

Removes buildup None As needed
Probe
Cleaning the BSV Removes blood or Lint-free tissue

As needed
Externally reagent buildup Distilled water
Cleaning the
Prevents damage to Soap
Pneumatic Supply As needed
the power supply Water
Module Fan Filter
Prevents debris from

interrupting Lint-free tissue As needed or every 6
Cleaning the STM
transportation of Diluent months
specimens
Cleaning the Air Mix

Lint free tissue
Temperature Control Removes buildup As needed
Diluent
Module
Cleaning the Vacuum Removes accumulated

Water As needed
Trap debris
Cleaning the Optical Distilled water

Removes buildup As needed
Sensors Lint-free swab
Water
Cleaning the Handheld Removes accumulated Detergent
As needed
Bar Code Scanner dirt or dust Soft, lint-free cloth or
tissue

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Limitations of the CBC, Diff, NRBC and Reticulocyte parameters may be affected by interferences. Confirmatory testing
Procedure within the laboratory should be performed to determine the source of unexpected abnormal results.
Body Fluid Cell counts may be affected by interferences as well.
Refer to the Instructions for Use or On-Line help, Chapter 1, System Overview, Limitations for more
information on interfering substances.

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Interpretation of
Results Insert laboratory’s interpretations in the table below:
Test Examples of causes of a low count Examples of causes of a high count

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Analytical measuring range is the manufacturer-determined upper and lower limits of the amount,
Analytical activity, or potency of a specific analyte between which measurement is possible on the measuring
Measuring Range system within specific limits. This includes results from prediluted samples. Analytical measuring range
can be assessed using commercially available materials qualified for use on the DxH 900 System.
Operating Range Operating range is the range over which the system, inclusive of the predilute functionality, will report
(display, print and/or transmit) results. Values that are between the analytical measuring range and
operating range are flagged. The operating range usually exceeds the analytical measuring range.
Linearity Linearity can be assessed by testing levels of an analyte that are known by formulation or by using
commercially available materials qualified for use on the DxH 900 System. For instructions on
processing linearity results, see eIQAP on the Beckman Coulter website.

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Specific Beckman Coulter recommends that a diluent be run as a Body Fluid sample prior to analysis of Body
Performance Fluid specimens. Backgrounds within specifications can influence the reported results on the samples
Characteristics with low abnormal or normal values. Beckman Coulter recommends that each laboratory establish
Specifications criteria for evaluation of the impact of background on the reported results.
DxH 900
Additional performance characteristics and specifications are shown in Chapter 1, System Overview,
Performance, in the Instructions for Use.
Reference A Normal Range study was conducted to assess the Reference Ranges for the DxH 900. Whole-blood
Range(s) samples were collected from approximately 240 donors (males and females). The selection of donors
was consistent with guidelines stated in CLSI EP28-A3c. Reference range values are shown in Chapter
1, System Overview, Performance, Reference Range Studies in the Instructions for Use. Each
laboratory should consider establishing its own normal ranges according to their respective
accreditation and/or regulatory requirements.
Current laboratory reference range for ________________________ using reagent

____________________________________:
Range Mean S.D. Date Performed/ Initials

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Reporting Results CBC, Diff, NRBC, Retic and Body Fluid parameter results are reported in the units of measure JAPAN,
SI-1, SI-2, SI-3, SI-4, SI-5, SI-6, US-1 and US-2. If any flags or alarms are present, or for additional
information, refer to the Instructions for Use, Chapter 6, Data Review.
CAUTION
Risk of erroneous results. Flags, Codes, and Messages are evaluated when the sample is
analyzed. Flags are reevaluated when results are manually edited, or when new results are
received for a pending sample. Flags (including Delta Checks) and Decision Rules are not
reevaluated upon a change of flagging limits for results already in the database.
Beckman Coulter does not claim to identify every abnormality in all samples. Beckman
Coulter suggests using all available options to optimize the sensitivity of instrument
results. All options include:
• Codes
• Flags
• Reference range limits
• Action limits
• Critical limits
• Delta checks
• Definitive messages
• System messages
• Suspect messages
• Status and exception messages
• Decision rules
Beckman Coulter recommends avoiding the use of one type of message or output to
summarize results or patient conditions. There may be situations where the presence of a
rare event may fail to trigger a suspect message.
Look for data patterns when examining Flags, Codes and Messages. For example, determine if some,
all, or related sets of results (for example, WBC and differential results) exhibit Flags, Codes and
Messages. For some parameters, flagging occurs as a result of the flagging or editing of other
parameters. In all cases, follow your laboratory’s policy for reviewing the sample.
Limitations of the CAUTION

Procedure Risk of erroneous results. See Table 1.34, Limitations in Chapter 1, System Overview for the
interfering substances that might affect each parameter. It is possible that the presence of a
rare event cell can fail to trigger a suspect message. Beckman Coulter recommends a slide
review per your laboratory protocol.

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Related UniCel DxH 900 Coulter Cellular Analysis System and Unicel DxH Slidemaker Stainer II
Procedures Coulter Cellular Analysis System
Instructions for Use
CHAPTER 1: System Overview
CHAPTER 2: Operation Principles
CHAPTER 3: Daily Checks
CHAPTER 4: Quality Control
CHAPTER 5: Sample Analysis
CHAPTER 6: Data Review
CHAPTER 7: Workload
CHAPTER 8: Shutdown
CHAPTER 9: Setup
CHAPTER 10: Troubleshooting
CHAPTER 11: Quality Assurance
CHAPTER 12: Cleaning Procedures
CHAPTER 13: Replacement/Adjustment Procedures
Revision History Revision AB

December 2017
For additional system documentation, please refer to www.beckmancoulter.com > Support > Technical
Documents.

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Performing Complete Blood Count with WBC Differential,

Nucleated Red Blood Cell, Reticulocyte and Body Fluids Cell

White Blood Cell Count or Leukocyte Count

Uncorrected White Blood Cell Count

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Total Nucleated Cell Count

Red Blood Cell Count or Erythrocyte Count

Hemoglobin or Hemoglobin Concentration

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Mean Corpuscular Volume

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin

Mean Corpuscular Hemoglobin Concentration

Red Cell Distribution Width

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NE VCSn Neutrophil Percent

NE# Calculated Neutrophil Absolute Count

LY# Lymphocyte Absolute Count

MO# Monocyte Absolute Count

BA# Basophil Absolute Count

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NRBC# Calculated Nucleated Red Blood Cell Absolute Count

Retic VCSn Reticulocyte Count

Retic # Calculated Reticulocyte Absolute Number

IRF Immature Reticulocyte Fraction

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Specimen Whole Blood

See recommendations for anticoagulants in Performance in Chapter 1, System Overview.

Sample Stability and Storage

Overview DxH 900

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Insert laboratory’s instructions in the boxes below:

Special Instructions – Specimen Handling

Special Instructions – Specimen Rejection

Special Instructions – Storage and Stability

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Product DxH Cassettes

COULTER DxH Diluent PN 628017 (10 L)

COULTER DxH Cell Lyse PN 628019 (5L)

COULTER DxH Cleaner PN 628023 (10 L)

COULTER DxH Diff Pack PN 628020

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Reagents COULTER DxH Retic Pack PN 628021

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Reagent COULTER DxH Diluent is ready to use.

COULTER DxH Diluent

COULTER DxH Cell Lyse

COULTER DxH Cleaner

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Reagent COULTER DxH Diff Pack

COULTER DxH Retic Pack

Insert laboratory’s instructions in the box below:

Special Instructions – Reagent Handling and Storage

Warnings and COULTER DxH Diluent

COULTER DxH Cell Lyse

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Warnings and COULTER DxH Cleaner

COULTER DxH Diff Pack

COULTER DxH Retic Pack