Uritek 151 urine analyzer -1鈥?
URITEK 151
Urine Analyzer
User鈥檚 Guide
TECO DIAGNOSTICS
Copyright 2002 Anaheim, Ca 92807
tecodiag@tecodiag.com
Table of contents
Chapter 1 Summary of Uriteck-151 Urine Analyzer .................................Page 1
Chapter 2 Technological specifications of Uriteck-151 Urine Analyzer .......Page 2
Chapter 3 Operating Principle and Components of
Uriteck-151 Urine Analyzer ...........................................Page 3
Chapter 4 Introduction to Function of Uriteck-151 Urine Analyzer ............Page 5
Chapter 5 Operation Instruction of Uriteck-151 Urine Analyzer ................Page 11
Chapter 6 Data Communication between Urine Analyzer and computer .....Page 16
Chapter 7 Maintenance of Urine Analyzer...............................................Page 17
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting of Urine Analyzer .........................................Page 19
Appendix 1 Test Gradient list of Urine Analyzer .........................................Page 20
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Chapter 1
Summary of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer
Urine analysis is completed through the colorimetric method by distinguishing the different colors
generated by chemical reaction between the reagent pad and the urine. The conventional testing way visually
determined the color difference between test reagent pads with the color chart provided and recording test
results. However, visual determination for urine analysis is now considered out-dated and a time
consuming method. In addition, visual testing is prone to inaccurate results due to human error and
changing light source. As a result, Urine Analyzer became a logical replacement to minimize variables,
thereby, making urine analysis an accurate and cost effective diagnostic tool.
URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer is designed combining modern optics, electronics, computer technology
with other sophisticated technologies. The advance super-high cold light source testing technology is applied
in optics, enhancing the discerning ability of optical system and highly reducing the influence of ambient
light on test. In system structure, modular system design and large-scale integrated circuit have been adopted
to reduce the interference of each fixture of system and improve its reliability and stability.
Moreover,URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer is convenient for daily maintenance and repair. And this instrument
also enhances the revising ability of pH versus specific gravity and eliminates the influence of uric acid and
alkali on the test urine specific gravity.
System function configuration of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer emphasizes 鈥淯ser Friendly鈥? with
functionality and convenience as its design principle and meanwhile make everything perfect. URITEK-151
Urine Analyzer has been developed into such instrument integrating urine sample test, data result
management, random diagnosis, material support and other functions.
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Chapter 2
Technological specifications of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer
? Test principle: Super-high cold light source reflecting
? Testing items: Leukocytes, Urobilinogen, Bilirubin, Nitrite, pH, Specific Gravity,
Blood, Glucose, Protein, Ketone, Ascorbic Acid
? Wavelength of Monochromatic light: 565nm, 635nm, 760nm
? Data Base memory: up to 500 test results
? URS-8, URS-9, URS-10, and URS-11 testing functions
? Qualitative guideline, quantitative data result, viewing, printing, and many modes
of printing are available.
? Standard RS232C outlet, which can be connected to PC (Driver needed but not
provided by the manufacturer)
? Internal heat-sensitive printer equipped with interface for external printer.
? Available language: English and Spanish
? Environment requirement: 0-40? ; RH= 85%
? Power source: AC220v( 卤 10%), 50( 卤 1Hz);
AC110V( 卤 10%), 60( 卤 1Hz).
? Net weight: 4.0Kg (8.82 lbs)
? Volume: 350mn 脳 315mn 脳 130mn
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Chapter 3
Operating Principle and Components of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer
3.1 Operating principle
Urinalysis makes use of monochromatic light scanning the reacting part of test paper one by one to
measure biochemical composition contents of urine by monochromatic light鈥檚 different reflectance ratio
varying with the difference and depth of color. The instrument applies to two monochromatic lights scanning
test paper one by one, and scanning system transforms optical signals into electrical signal, and then the
controlling system processes the electrical signal and computes the reflectance ratio of testing color. The
formulation of computing reflectance ratio is as follows:
Tm 脳 Cr
脳100%
R(%)=
Tr脳Cm
R -- Reflectance ratio
Tr -- Reflectance intensity of reference light of test sector
Cr --Reflectance intensity of reference light of blank sector
Tm -- Reflectance intensity of test sector of test light
Cm -- Reflectance intensity of blank sector of test light
The instrument can get the tested biochemical composition density of the urine represented by the test
sector according to the reflectance ratio. Processed by internal processor again, test results with clinical
significance unit can be displayed and printed out.
3.2 Instrument components
URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer consists of the main controlling unit, mechanical unit, photoelectrical
scanning unit and so on. Figure of structure stands as shown:
RS-232C communication
Mechanical unit Internal printer
Controlling unit External printer
Liquid crystal display
Photoelectric scanning unit
Keyboard input unit
Power system
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The core analyzer is the controlling unit, whose main functions include sending, receiving, memorializing and
processing all kinds of signals, coordinating operation of every component of the instrument. The photoelectric
scanning unit is designed to send and receive the cold light source for collecting and transmitting of digital to
transform optical digital into electric digital. The mechanical unit is to convey and scan test paper commanded by
controlling unit. The liquid crystal display and keyboard are mainly to be facilitated communicating with PC. As
for data output, analyzer has not only the conventional internal heat-sensitive printer but also parallel 25-pin
interfaces and a direct external printer for long-lasting memory of data. The standard R S-232C outlet can be
connected to a PC for controlling the remote analyzer.
3.3 Introduction to semblance of instrument (Figure 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, 3-4 show)
1. Keyboard 7. Power switch
2. Liquid crystal display 8. External printer interface socket
3. Cover of printer 9. Stage
4. Printing box 10. White calibration card
5. Standard RS232C interface 11. Plate of stage
6. Power socket
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REFER TO ATTACHED FILE 鈥淭C151CHR鈥?
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4.2 Functions of system
4.2.1 Restarting and self-inspecting of system
Once the power switch is turned ON, the system begins its self-test protocol. The instrument
automatically tests the external light intensity, mechanical unit, controlling unit and photosensitive pins. If
self-test result is normal, the instrument displays the main menu with time, date, and other information. If
the self-test fails, the corresponding error message will be displayed on the screen. Please process it according
to Chapter 8 for troubleshooting suggestions.
The solid means Continuous test.
The hollow means single-step test.
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The solid means paper exits.
Flashing means no paper.
At this moment, press Start key and instrument begins test; Press Menu key to enter setting and the
menu will be displayed on screen. The following figure shows:
Options PRT Options
Database Self-Test
Unit Exit
Move cursor to select your desired items with Up and Down keys, press Enter key and screen comes into the
corresponding submenu. After finishing the above procedures, move cursor to Back key, press Enter key and
back to the main menu, press Enter key again and back to the main screen.
4.2.2 System configuration
In the main menu, move cursor to System configuration, and press Enter key, the system setup menu
will be displayed on screen.
OPTIONS MENU
Date/Time
Language: English
Type of test paper: Cli-10
Patient ID No.
Continuous Test: Off
Exit
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4.2.2.1 Clock setting
Move arrowhead to Clock item and press Enter key to set clock.
Input Line and Date
DD-MM-YY HH:MM:SS
Input the current numeric time according to the instructions on the display. Cancel it and input again if
wrong. Press Enter key after input.
4.2.2.2 Checking record history
Move arrowhead to Clinical number item, press Enter key to set current clinical number.
Old Number: 000084
New number: _______
Input the current clinical number according to the
instruction on screen. Cancel it and input again if wrong and then press Enter key to back. Refer to 鈥淪wift
setting of function鈥? in 4.4 for clinical number swift setup.
4.2.2.4 Type of test paper setting
Move cursor to Type of test paper strip item, press Enter key to change the type of test paper. Four types,
All, URS-8, 9, 10, and 11 are available and users can select the type they desire. (Caution: The tested type
must be unanimous with the type instrument sets.)
Old number: 000808
New number:_______
4.2.2.5 Continuous/Single-step test setup
Move cursor to Continuous test item, press Enter key to change way of testing accompanying the change
of indicative light. Refer to 鈥淪wift setup of instrument function鈥? for swift setup.
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4.2.3 Database
Uritek-151 Urine Analyzer has perfect function of database management. The stored 500 test results can
be recalled and printed at any time.
Press Menu key to enter the main menu.
Options PRT Options
Data Self-Test
Unit Exit
Move cursor to Database item and press Enter key, and database menu will be displayed on screen:
Database Menu
Locate
Current Record
Previous Record
Next Record
Exit
Search using Patient ID number:
Patient number query is searching the corresponding record according to the clinical patient number.
Move cursor to Patient number item, press Enter key and enter the following menu:
Enter Patient ID No. ____
Input the clinical number according to instruction on screen. Cancel key should be pressed if input is not
right and then input it again. If there is no the record in database, 鈥淩ecord not found!鈥? will be displayed on
screen; on the contrary, the record will be displayed. Move Up key and Down key to see the whole contents
if the contents of record occupy more than the size of screen.
4.2.4 Unit
The Standard International Unit and the conventional unit are available in test. Press Menu key to enter
the main menu, move cursor to Unit setting and press Enter key. Screen shows:
Unit: SI
Exit
Move cursor to Unit setup and press Enter key to select your
desired unit.
Finishing unit setting, move cursor to Back item and press Enter key to back in the main menu
4.2.5 PRT Options:
When screen is the main screen, press Menu key to enter the main menu, move cursor to Printer Setup
item, press Enter key and the screen will display the following menu:
Printer Option
?
Printer Select: Internal
?
Printer Mode: Expand
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Autoprint: On
Printer selecting
Move cursor to printer mode option, press Enter key to select internal thermal printer or External printer.
Printing Mode
Move cursor to Printing mode and press Enter key to change the printing mode. The expanding and
normal modes are available.
Autoprint
Move cursor to Auto-print item and press Enter key to change printing mode. The change of the indicative
light accompanies the mode change. Refer to 鈥淪wift setup of instrument function鈥? for swift setup of print
mode.
Finishing the setup of printer, move cursor to Back item and press Enter key.
?
?
Autoprint: On
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4.2.6 Self-test
When screen is the main screen, press Menu key to enter the main menu:
Options PRT options
Database Self test
Unit Exit
Move cursor to Self-inspection item, press Enter key and the instrument will begin self-test. The stage moves
two twice and screen displays the result of self-test.
Refer to 鈥淪wift setup of instrument function鈥? for swift setup of Self-test.
Self Test Result
?
Main Control Unit: Passed
?
Optical Sensor: Passed
?
Test Accuracy: Passed
Mechanical Unit: Passed
Exceed Light: Passed
The normal result of self-test means instrument has no trouble and can be used; if the result is abnormal as
show in the above figure, press cancel key and turn off the instrument from the main power switch.
4.3 Swift setup of instrument function
As for some functions in common use, you can make use of functional keys of URITEK-151 Urine
Analyzer to set promptly for predigested operating program.
Do the following procedures for instrument setup function if the instrument is not in self-testing mode.
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Press Menu key and then press 1 numeric key to set Continuous/Single-step test;
Press Menu key and then press number 3 on the numeric keypad to set Automatic/Manual printing;
Press Menu key and then press 5 numeric key to set Clinical number.
Press Menu key and then press number 7 on the numeric keypad to enter Patient ID number.
Press Menu key and then press number 9 on the numeric keypad to set Self Test of instrument.
Press Start key to test urine sample directly after setting functional keys.
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Chapter 5
Operation Instruction of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer
3.1 Instrument installation
Connect the power wire properly and load printing paper according to the following procedures. Turn on
power switch for self-test to commence. If self-test is normal, instrument is available for use. (Caution: Set
the corresponding type of test paper according to the used type). Press Start key for deployment of the strip
stage, and then you can begin testing according to instructions displayed on screen.
Loading printing paper (Figure 5-1 shows)
1). Select the heat-sensitive printing paper roll with 57-millimeter length.
2). Unpack the cover of printer.
3). Place the new paper roll into paper box and loosen it to make its end close to the inside of instrument.
4). Unfasten the knob of printer and load paper vertically in printer. Pull paper up and down until you feel
pulling it freely.
5). Thread test paper through the access door of cover of printer and cover it properly.
5.2 Test operation specifications
Figure of operation specification
Turn on power to self-inspect instrument
Self-inspect pass Trouble information
Screen is in the main, press Star key and stage moves out and pauses standby
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REFER TO ATTACHED FILE 鈥淭C151CH2鈥?
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5.3 Operation specifications
5.3.1 Startup of instrument
Turn on the power switch and the self-inspection will begin. If the self-inspection passes, the main screen
will be displayed.
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At this moment press Menu key and enter the main menu. You can set system according to your particular
needs. Press the Start key, stage moves out and instrument waits for test, press S key again and test
tart
begins. The corresponding trouble information will be displayed on screen if self-test is abnormal. Refer
Chapter 8 for troubleshooting tips.
5.3.2 Examining stage
Examine to ensure the proper position of stage and clean of white calibration card before test. If the stage
position and white calibration card are not correct, adjust them according to the corresponding contents in
chapter 7. And then restart instrument to self-inspect.
5.3.3 Testing test paper
5.3.3.1 Operation specification of test paper staining
urine sample
Step1:
Dip the tested sector of test paper into
urine Sample after hearing indicative voice
and take it out Immediately. Scrape test paper
along the rim of vessel to remove the superfluous
urine. (Figure 5-2 shows)
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Step2:
Place horizontally test paper on clean filter
paper When instrument is testing. Place test
paper on the Stage according to the operation
specifications indicated in section 5.3.3.2. If
instrument is waiting for test, test according to
the specification section 5.3.3.3.
5.3.3.2 Operation specifications of placing test paper
Place test paper on the center of stage horizontally, put it forward till it is close to the end of stage (Figure
5-3 shows)
5.3.3.3 Test operation
When screen is the main after power is supplied, press Start key and stage moves out and stop outside,
instrument is standby and screen will display the following: press Start key, self-inspection begins; press
Cancel key and back to the main screen. The following figure shows:
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Place strip on holder
?
Press START key to test
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Press CANCEL key to stop
Cli-10 N 000000
o.
5.3.3.4 Single-step test
When instrument is in Single -step position, it will take 60 seconds to test. Single -step test is convenient
of single test paper and artificial test.
Follow the procedures below:
First, press Start key and a countdown clock will appear at the down-right corner of screen. When screen
displays 鈥?65鈥? counting down to 鈥?62鈥?, dip a piece of test strip into urine sample (Caution: dip all color sectors
into urine), take it out and remove excess urine by tapping on a piece of clean paper towel. Place the strip
on the stage and wait for test. When the second timer shows 鈥?1鈥?, test begins. Second, test result will be
displayed on screen. Third, test result will be printed if Auto-print is on. If Auto-print is off, press Print
key to print the results by manually. Press Start key to begin the next test. Screen will revert back to the
main menu if Cancel key is pressed.
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5.3.3.5 Continuous test
Continuous test is convenient for testing large number of test strips. It will take 30 seconds to test.
Follow the procedure below:
First, press Start key and a countdown clock will appear at the down-right corner of screen. When screen
displays 鈥?65鈥? counting down to 鈥?32鈥?, dip a piece of test paper into urine sample (Caution: dip all color
sectors into urine) hearing the indicative voice, take it out and place it on stage, repeat the above programs
when counting down to 鈥?32鈥?. When timer show 鈥?1鈥?, test begins and timer begins to count down. The test
result will be displayed on the screen after it is completed. Test result will be printed out if Auto-print is on.
Place the next test strip on stage to test when the timer shows 鈥?02鈥? and repeat the above procedures.
If there is no test strip on stage in test, the following will be displayed on screen after scanning:
Strip Missing!
If test paper is not close to the front side of slot of stage, the following will be displayed on screen after
scanning:
Strip Position Improper!
According to the selected type of test paper, instrument automatically increases and reduces test items and
automatically ranks the display and printing sequence of each testing specification.
The current clinical number will automatically add 1 after finishing one test. Every test result will be
stored in the memory of instrument. One test produces one record and can store 500 records and this
database is automatically managed to prevent records from being repeated and lost.
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Chapter 6
Data Communication between Urine Analyzer and computer
This instrument is equipped with two communication interface sockets, standard RS-232C
communication interface and printer digital interface.
Standard RS-232C communication electric cable can be connected with external computers for data
communication between them; however, the communication can only be established by using a device driver.
A complete database can be established with saving test results by computer. Operators can easily access a
series of programs such as database management, case displaying data printing and so on. Meanwhile, data
can be transmitted on the whole administration network of hospital. Network administration provides service
with medical expert system, which forms automatic aided diagnosis.
Another digital interface can be connected with external printer directly. 鈥淓xternal鈥? of 鈥減rinter mode
option鈥? can be selected in the main menu and thus test results will be transmitted and printed out.
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Chapter 7
Maintenance of Urine Analyzer
7.1 Daily maintenance and cautions:
1. Keep instrument away from direct sunlight when testing to avoid affecting accuracy of test result.
2. Never place any things in the front of strip plate (stage) to avoid collision when plate moves out.
3. Keep instrument clean and wipe it frequently with a soft, clean and dry cloth. Use fresh water when
needed. Gasoline, paint dilution, benzene compound and other organic compounds are strictly
prohibited.
4. Do Not wash the Liquid Crystal Display with water. To clean, lightly wipe with a clean, soft and dry
rag or paper.
5. Stage must be kept clean. Wipe using fresh water everyday.
6. Caution: Avoid using test paper with peculiarity in over-high or over-low temperature to prevent
against influence on accuracy of test result (Desired ambient temperature of instrument is 0-40? and
of test paper is 15-25? ).
7.2 Cleaning stage
7.2.1 Daily cleaning
1.Unloading stage
Turn OFF power of instrument when stage stands out, hold the front of two sides of stage and pull it
backward lightly. (Figure 7-1 shows)
2.Cleaning stage
Use Q-tip or cotton ball with distilled water to the wipe stage and the white calibration card.
Examine the white calibration card to ensure that there is no dirt present. White calibration card should be
replaced if any nick and dirt are found.
Warning: Substance that may damage the stage and white calibration card are strictly prohibited from
contact.
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3.Loading stage
Hold the back of white calibration card, insert it into the plate of stage and insert it fully inside.
(Note: put it fully) (Figure 7-2 shows)
7.2.2 Regular cleaning
Cleaning procedures for uric alkali.
1. Take out stage from the plate of stage.
2. Wipe stage with Q-Tip cotton ball affixing to 0.1 N NaOH, Do Not allow the NaOH solution to the white
calibration card.
3. Clean the remaining NaOH on stage with a wet cloth.
4. Dry the stage with a cotton ball.
5.Place stage on the plate. Read the step 3 of 鈥淒aily cleaning鈥?.
7.2.3 Sterilizing process
The stage should be sterilized some time later when it contacts urine sample. Do procedures as follows:
1. Take out the stage, clean and dry it according to step 1-4 of 鈥淒aily cleaning鈥?.
2. Select one of the following solutions for sterilizing, making solutions as follows:
脴 2% Glutaradehyde-Cidex (sufficient density) is a product that can be found easily on market. Refer to
the detailed instruction on label.
脴 0.05% Sodium Hypochlorite water solution-add 1ml 5% Sodium Hypochlorite water solution (As
Clorox Bleach) into 99ml water to compound 1:100 solution.
脴 Iso-tropylalcohol (70%-80%), there is no need to adding water.
3. Pour sterilizing solution into a narrow vessel with about 10cm height.
4. Dip the stage into the sterilizing solution and keep the white calibration card away
from the solution.
5. Soak the stage for 10 minutes.
6.Take the stage out and clean it. Then load it according to step 3 of 鈥淒aily cleaning鈥?.
7. Restart and self-test begins.
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Chapter 8
Troubleshooting of Urine Analyzer
In this paragraph some problems that may arise in test and the corresponding processing methods are listed.
Please contact with your sales associate to receive technical support and the prompt service if you are unable
to resolve the problems.
1. Trouble: No display on screen.
Troubleshooting:
a) Examine the power to see whether power is supported.
b) Examine switch to see whether pushbutton is proper.
c) Examine the fuse in the back of instrument to see whether it works.
2. Trouble: Fuse is damaged.
Troubleshooting:
a) Turn OFF power and put the plug out.
b) Remove instrument cover and replace the damaged fuse.
c) Replace the damaged fuse with a new 1.0A fuse.
3. Problem: Instrument Self-test failure.
Troubleshooting:
a) If the photosensitive pin is abnormal, clean the stage according to the description of 7.2.
b) Restart and self-test begins.
4. The mechanical unit is abnormal.
a) Remove the obstacles on the path of the plate of stage.
b) Never touch the plate when it is operating.
c) Restart and self-inspections begins.
5. Trouble: Printer does not work.
Troubleshooting:
a) Set Auto-print normally.
b) Load paper if necessary.
c) Printer option should be 鈥淚nternal鈥? or 鈥淓xternal鈥?.
6. Trouble: 鈥淭est paper position is not right鈥? is reported when test paper position is proper.鈥?
Troubleshooting:
Examine whether the installation of the insertion board on stage is proper.
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Appendix 1
Test Gradient list of URITEK-151 Urine Analyzer
Parameter Conventional Sl Arbitrary
Neg Neg -
Glucose 100mg/dl 5.5mmol/L 1+
(GLU) 250mg/dl 14 mmol/L 2+
500mg/dl 28 mmol/L 3+
1000mg/dl 55 mmol/L 4+
Neg Neg -
Bilirubin 1 mg/dl 17碌 mol/L 1+
(BIL) 3 mg/dl 50碌 mol/L 2+
6 mg/dl 100碌 mol/L 3+
Neg Neg -
卤
Ketone 5mg/dl 0.5 mmol/L
(KET) 15 mg/dl 1.5 mmol/L 1+
40 mg/dl 3.9 mmol/L 2+
80 mg/dl 7.8 mmol/L 3+
160 mg/dl 7.9 16 mmol/L 4+
1.005 1.005 1.005
1.010 1.010 1.010
Specific Gravity 1.015 1.015 1.015
(SG) 1.020 1.020 1.020
1.025 1.025 1.025
1.030 1.030 1.030
(4.5) (4.5) (4.5)
5.0 5.0 5.0
PH 5.5 5.5 5.5
PH 6.5 6.5 6.5
7.0 7.0 7.0
7.5 7.5 7.5
8.0 8.0 8.0
8.5 8.5 8.5
9.0 9.0 9.0
Neg Neg -
卤
Protein 10mg/dl 0.1g/L
(PRO) 30mg/dl 0.3g/L 1+
100mg/dl 1.0g/L 2+
300mg/dl 3.0g/L 3+
Parameter Conventional Sl Arbitrary
0.2mg/dl 3.2(3.3)碌 mol/L Norm
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Urobilinogen 1mg/dl 16碌 mol/L
(URO) 2mg/dl 33碌 mol/L 1+
4mg/dl 66碌 mol/L 2+
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8 mg/dl 130碌 mol/L 3+
Nitrite Neg Neg -
(NIT) POS POS +
Neg Neg -
卤
Blood 75cells/碌 l 10cells/碌 l
(BLD) 70cells/碌 l 25cells/碌 l 1+
125cells/碌 l 80cells/碌 l 2+
200cells/碌 l 200cells/碌 l 3+
Neg Neg -
卤
75cells/碌 l 75cells/碌 l
Leucocytes 70cells/碌 l 70cells/碌 l 1+
(LEU) 125cells/碌 l 125cells/碌 l 2+
500cells/碌 l 500cells/碌 l 3+
0mg/dl 0mmol/L 0mmol/L
Ascorbic Acid 10mg/dl 0.6mmol/L 0.6mmol/L
(VC) 25mg/dl 1.4mmol/L 1.4mmol/L
50mg/dl 2.8mmol/L 2.8mmol/L
Note:
1? Inside( ) is the parameter of All.
2? VC is the parameter of All.
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Teco Diagnostics, Anaheim, CA 92807 Limited Manufacturer鈥檚 Warrantee
URITEK 151 URINE REAGENT READER
Terms and Conditions:
Teco Diagnostics warrants to the original purchaser that this instrument will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of 90 days (3 months) from the later of the date of original
purchase or installation (except as noted below). During the stated 90-day period, Teco shall
replace with a reconditioned unit or, at its option, repair at no charge a unit that is found to be
defective. Teco shall not be responsible for shipping charges incurred in the repair of such
instrument.
This Warranty is subject to the following exceptions and limitations:
This warranty is limited to repair or replacement due to defects in parts or workmanship. Parts
required which were not defective shall be replaced at additional cost, and Teco shall not be
required to make any repairs or replace any parts that are necessitated by abuse, accidents,
alteration, misuse, neglect, maintenance by anyone other than Teco, or failure to operate the
instrument in accordance with instructions. Further, Teco assumes no liability from malfunction
or damage to Teco instruments caused by the use of reagents other than reagents manufactured or
recommended by Teco.
Teco reserves the right to make changes in design of this instrument without obligation to
incorporate such changes into previously manufactured instruments.
Disclaimer of Warranties
This warrantee is expressly made in lieu of any and all other warranties express or implied (either in
fact or by operation of law) including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for use, which
are expressly excluded, and is the only warranty given by Teco.
Limitations of Liability
In no even shall Teco be liable for indirect, special or consequential damages, even if Teco has been
advised of the possibility of such damages.
For warranty service, purchaser must contact the Customer Service Department at
tecodiag@tecodiag.com or your local authorized Teco Diagnostics distributor.
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