Magnetic Parking General Information

Magnetic Parking Module Overview

The magnetic parking module is a dual slot station with magnets embedded in the same placement as the Magnetic Wash station. The purpose of the magnetic parking module is to perform the initial bead separation (requiring 5–10 minutes) outside of the Magnetic Wash station. This allows Panther System to meet the throughput requirements without an additional Magnetic Wash module.

There are no electronics or moving parts associated with the magnetic parking station. The magnets are in a fixed location.

Interfacing Modules

The Distributor interfaces with the magnetic parking station by inserting and removing MTUs.

Theory/Sequence of Operation

Prior to going into the Magnetic Wash module, MTUs are placed in the magnetic parking station in order to pre-capture TCRTarget capture reagent—An assay-specific reagent added as part of specimen pipetting. beads to the sides of the MTUMulti-tube unit—Container used to process tests in the instrument. An MTU contains five separate reaction tubes. The MTU is moved through the instrument by the linear distributor and includes five tiplets for pipettiing to be used in the mag wash station. tubes.

Flow Diagrams

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Magnetic Parking Position in APTIMA AssayProcedures required to prepare and perform a specific test. In the context of this document, assay refers exclusively to a Hologic test, such as Aptima Combo or Ultrio. Chemistry Steps