ALP Clinical Chemistry reagent, Elitech

Description

INTENDED USE

ELITech Clinical Systems ALP (DEA) SL is intended for the quantitative in vitro diagnostic determination of alkaline phosphatase in human serum.

CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Alkaline phosphatase (ALP) corresponds to a group of phosphatases that display maximum activity at alkaline pH. ALP is widely distributed in liver, osteoblasts, intestinal epithelium, kidneys, and placenta.

The rate of ALP rises physiologically for children and teenagers during periods of active growth, as well as for women during the third trimester of pregnancy.

DANGER : Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not breathe mist/vapours/spray. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

• The reagents contain sodium azide which may react with lead or copper plumbing to form potentially explosive metal azides. When disposing of these reagents always flush with copious amounts of water to prevent azide buildup.
• For more information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
• Take normal precautions and adhere to good laboratory practice.
• Use clean or single use laboratory equipment only to avoid contamination.
• Do not interchange reagent vials from different kits.

STABILITY OF REAGENTS

Store at 2-8 °C and protect from light. Do not freeze. Do not use after expiration dates indicated on the vial labels.

On board stability :

The on-board stability is specific for each analyzer. (Refer to § PERFORMANCE DATA).

PREPARATION

The reagents are ready to use.

REAGENT DETERIORATION

• The reagent solution should be clear. Cloudiness would indicate deterioration.
• Do not use the product if there is visible evidence of biological, chemical or physical deterioration.

DAMAGED PACKAGING

Do not use the reagent if the damages of packaging might have an effect on the product performance (leakages, pierced vial).