Syphilis DAFntc2XodQ Fingerstick Whole Blood Procedure User Guide

Syphilis DAFntc2XodQ Fingerstick Whole Blood Procedure

Specifications

• Procedure: Fingerstick Whole Blood Procedure for Rapid Syphilis Testing
• Materials Provided: Buffer/diluent in dropper bottle, Disposable fixed volume pipettes, Test cassettes
• Order Information: Box of 20 tests
• Reimbursement Information: CPT Code 86780QW

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Collect Specimen

1. A. Wipe the finger with an alcohol pad.
2. B. Prick the finger using a sterile lancet.
3. C. Remove the first drop of blood.
4. D. Collect blood using the pipette. Do not squeeze the bulb on the pipette. Allow the blood to flow into the pipette on its own. Milk the finger.

Step 2: Run the Test

1. A. Add blood to the sample well by squeezing the bulb on the pipette.
2. B. Slowly add four (4) drops of diluent to the sample well.
3. C. Set a timer for 10 minutes.
4. D. Read results no sooner than 10 minutes and no later than 15 minutes. Any line in the ‘T’ zone, even if faint, accompanied by a line in the ‘C’ zone should be interpreted as a positive result.

Note: Well will turn red. Allow blood to be absorbed.

Provided Materials

This document is to be used as a Quick Reference Guide only.

• For complete instructions, refer to the Package Insert.
• Individuals should receive proper training before using Syphilis Health Check™. Training is available at DiagnosticsDirect2U.com.
• Failure to follow the instructions may result in inaccurate test results.

USING INSTRUCTION

Step 1: Collect the specimen

• A. Wipe your finger with an alcohol pad.
• B. Prick finger using a sterile lancet.
• C. Remove the first drop of blood.
• D. Collect blood using a pipette.

DO NOT SQUEEZE THE BULB ON THE PIPETTE!

• Allow the blood to flow into the pipette on its own.
• “Milk” finger.
• Hold pipette horizontally, touch tip to sample.

Step 2: Run the test

• A. Add blood to the sample well by squeezing the bulb on the pipette.
• B. Slowly add four (4) drops of diluent to the sample well.
• C. Set a timer for 10 minutes.
• D. Read results no sooner than 10 minutes, and no later than 15 minutes.
  Any line in the ‘T’ zone, even if faint, accompanied by a line in the ‘C’ zone should be interpreted as a positive result.

MORE INFORMATION

• Order Information Description: Box of 20 tests
• Reimbursement Information CPT Code: 86780QW
• Diagnostics Direct, LLC DiagnosticsDirect2U.com
• 359 96th Street Stone Harbor, NJ
• 866-358-9282

FAQ

• Q: What should I do if I see a faint line in the ‘T’ zone?
  • A: Any line, even if faint, in the ‘T’ zone along with a line in the ‘C’ zone should be considered a positive result for the test.
• Q: How should I properly dispose of used materials after testing?
  • `A: Please ensure proper disposal of all used materials according to biohazard waste disposal guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure safety.

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