Diagnostica Stago Start 4 Coagulation Analyzer Manual ((full)) May 2026

The clotting time is displayed on the screen and can be sent to an external printer via the RS232 port. 🧼 Maintenance and Cleaning

The analyzer detects the exact moment the ball’s movement slows down, providing a precise clotting time. 🛠️ Operational Setup and Workflow 1. System Initialization diagnostica stago start 4 coagulation analyzer manual

Wipe down the incubation area with a mild disinfectant. Ensure no reagent spills have occurred in the measurement channels. Weekly: Check the pipette tip and tubing for clogs. The clotting time is displayed on the screen

The heart of the STart 4 is the . Unlike optical systems that can be affected by lipemic, icteric, or hemolyzed samples, the STart 4 uses a mechanical approach: System Initialization Wipe down the incubation area with

PT, APTT, Fibrinogen, Thrombin Time, Reptilase Time, Protein C, Protein S, and Lupus Anticoagulants.

The analyzer requires a warm-up period to reach 37°C. The "Temp" indicator will stabilize when ready. 2. Preparing Consumables Cuvettes: Use only Stago-certified cuvettes.