Perform Performance Qualification (PQ)

Panther has two methods of PQs, TMATranscription-mediated amplification—Hologic's patented nucleic acid amplification technology. and Real-Time processing.
The Fusion, if added, has a 3rd - PCR.
Please familiarize yourself with Automated System Performance Qualification (PQPerformance Qualification) Procedure, Diagnostic [19-03-01-004-WI] on what assay PQ is required for any and all assay types.

1. Perform a Performance Qualification run in accordance with Automated System Performance Qualification (PQ) Procedure, Diagnostic [19-03-01-004-WI].

   Note— When installing the Fusion Module, the only PQ required is a ParaFlu PQ to test Fusion functionality.

2. Dispose of universal fluids according to laboratory procedures.
3. Empty solid and liquid waste according to laboratory procedures.
4. All PQs required (passing and any failed PQs with mediation notes) should be attached to the applicable service record.