STEP 1: Prepare and Disinfect the Sampling Area

Lay out all kit components. Disinfect the fingertip with the alcohol swab and let it dry.

    

 STEP 2: Perform a Fingerstick

Use the sterile lancet to puncture the side of the fingertip. Gently massage the finger to form a blood drop.

    

 STEP 4: Mix Blood with Buffer

Transfer the collected blood into the buffer tube. Mix gently by inverting or swirling several times.

Do not shake vigorously.

   

 STEP 5: Insert the Test Cassette into the Adapter

Place the cassette firmly into the Igloo adapter.

Important: The sample well must be on the opposite side of the arrow indicating insertion direction. 

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STEP 6: Add the mixed blood and butter into the test cassette

Using the pipette, draw up the mixed blood and buffer until the air bubble reaches the mark.

Hold vertically. Avoid touching the cassette or creating bubbles.

    

STEP 7: Power On the Igloo Reader

Press and hold the power button until the LED activates.

    

STEP 8: Start New Measurement & Enter Patient Info

Press "New Measurement" on the touchscreen. Enter patient data (ID, age, etc.).

✅ This info will be linked to the final report.

    

STEP 9: Wait 15 Minutes

The reader will start the test. A countdown appears. Do not move or disturb the device.

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STEP 10: Retrieve the Result

When the timer ends, the result is shown on-screen and in the app. Choose an output method:

• Print via mini-printer
• Scan the QR code on the reader to get the PDF result to your smartphone

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STEP 3: Collect Exactly 5 µL of Blood

Use the provided fixed-volume pipette. Allow it to fill automatically without squeezing. Only use the supplied pipette for accuracy.