ITC Hemochron Response Whole Blood Coagulation System - Manual (Page 15)

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Determining Circulating Heparin Level (in mg/kg) Using a HiTT Test Tube When Not in the RxDx Mode
Note: Refer to the appropriate test package insert for information on required sample volume,
procedures for sample addition, and mixing and running the test.
1.
Prewarm and perform the HITT test.
Note: Refer to the HEMOCHRON Response Operator's Manual for instructions.
2.
Upon insertion of the test tube in the well, the HiTT Selects screen is displayed:
3.
Select 3. The system enters the RxDx mode and prompts for entry of the PID:
Enter the PID for the desired case and press YES to display the Patient Info screen for the case.
Enter the required information (if needed) and press YES to acknowledge the patient information.
4.
The calculated circulating heparin level is displayed on the HiTT Results screen:
5.
Press CANCEL to exit the HiTT Results screen.
Determining if Additional Protamine is Needed
After administration of the protamine dose, the residual heparin level can be measured and an additional
protamine dose can be applied if necessary.
Note: Refer to the appropriate test package insert for information on required sample volume,
procedures for sample addition, and mixing and running the test.
1.
Dispense the patient's sample into a PDA-O test tube and simultaneously press the START key.
2.
Mix the contents of the test tube.
3.
Insert the test tube in the well. Upon clot detection, the results are displayed.
4.
Press YES. The information is stored and the PDA-O Dose Calc screen is displayed:
5.
If necessary, enter or edit Target ACT and/or Status ACT by pressing 1 or 2 to display the edit screen,
entering the value, and pressing YES to store the value. Press 4 to display Hep in alternate units
(mg/kg body weight or Units/mL blood volume).
6.
Press YES. The calculated protamine dose is stored and the RxDx System screen is displayed.