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Liquichek Spinal Fluid Control is an assayed, liquid, human-based control designed to monitor the precision of automated and manual procedures for the analysis of proteins and other critical analytes assayed in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) tests, including analytes for diagnosing multiple sclerosis (MS). The control is composed of a liquid matrix with lower enzyme, glucose and protein values appropriate for QC of CSF testing.
This independent control is available in two configurations, a standard vial and a compact vial with barcode. The compact vial is compatible with applicable automated platforms such as Siemens Dimension Vista and Abbott Alinity while the 2D barcode allows for quick and easy QC setup. The control is available in two levels, which allows for monitoring of test system reliability. The independent Liquichek Spinal Fluid Control provides assayed values for most integrated immunoassay platforms.
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Features
- Consolidated menu of analytes—Contains multiple analytes, including MS diagnostic markers, for monitoring clinical CSF testing
- Patient-like material—Liquid, human-based control
- Multiple levels—Bilevel control offers monitoring of increased assay range
- Extensive value assignment listings—Allows for use of a wide range of testing methods on most major integrated immunoassay platforms to help compare data from multiple test platforms and improve confidence in patient test results
- Ease of use—Ready-to-use liquid state offers the convenience of not needing to reconstitute
- Long shelf life—Reduces crossover studies which helps simplify workflow
Storage & Stability
| Configuration | Stability | Shelf life | Levels | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 mL | 30 day open-vial stability at 2-8°C | 2 year shelf life at 2-8°C | 1, 2 & Bilevel MiniPak | Standard vial |
| 2.5 mL | 30 day open-vial stability at 2-8°C | 2 year shelf life at 2-8°C | 1, 2 & Bilevel MiniPak | Compact vial |
Analytes
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- Albumin
- Chloride
- Glucose
- Immunoglobulin A (IgA)¹
- Immunoglobulin G (IgG)
- Immunoglobulin M (IgM)¹
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- Lactate (Lactic Acid)
- Lactate Dehydrogenase (LDH)
- Protein Electrophoresis*1
- Protein (Total)
- Sodium
* Prealbumin, Albumin, α-1-Globulin, α-2-Globulin, β-Globulin, γ-Globulin.
1 Not included in compact vial format.
Refer to My einserts or the package insert (IFU) of currently available lots for specific analyte and stability claims.
Application & Use
This product should be treated the same as patient specimens and used in accordance with the instructions accompanying the instrument, kit or reagent.
Before sampling, allow this product to reach room temperature (18°C to 25°C). Gently swirl the vial several times to ensure homogeneity. After each use promptly replace the stopper and return to 2-8°C storage.
When this product is used in protein electrophoretic procedures, it should be concentrated in the same manner as patient specimens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Room temperature: 18°C to 25°C
- Refrigerator temperature: 2-8°C
- Freezer temperature: -20°C to -70°C/-20°C to -50°C for 2.5 mL vial
Most frozen products recommend avoidance of frost-free freezers. There are exceptions, so refer to specific control insert.
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Assayed, liquid control to monitor assay precision for protein and other critical analytes in cerebrospinal fluid. Compact, barcoded vial compatible with automated platforms such as Siemens Dimension Vista and Abbott Alinity; level 1 of 2 (6 x2.5 mL)
Assayed, liquid control to monitor assay precision for protein and other critical analytes in cerebrospinal fluid. Compact, barcoded vial compatible with automated platforms such as Siemens Dimension Vista and Abbott Alinity; level 2 of 2 (6 x2.5 mL)
Assayed, liquid control to monitor assay precision for protein and other critical analytes in cerebrospinal fluid. Compact, barcoded vial compatible with automated platforms such as Siemens Dimension Vista and Abbott Alinity; bilevel MiniPak (2 x2.5 mL)
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