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How to perform test

 TSH| Alltest


*Text instructions will be provided below.



All you nee​d:

  • 1x TSH Test Cassette
  • 1x Fixed-Volume Capillary Pipette
  • 1x Capillary
  • 1x Sterile Lancet
  • 1x Alcohol Swab
  • 1x Buffer Solution Tube
  • 1x Igloo Reader
  • 1x Alltest Adapter

STEP 1: Prepare and Disinfect the Sampling Area

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

Warm up your finger before sampling. To improve blood flow and make collection easier, gently warm your hand for a few minutes. You can use a warm cloth, soak in warm water, or rub your hands together.

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.

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STEP 3: Remove the first droplet of blood

Wipe away the first drop of blood with a clean tissue or sterile gauze before collecting the sample. This ensures accuracy and prevents contamination. 

STEP 4: Collect exactly 20 µL of blood

The blood will fill the pipette automatically by capillary action. 

Important: Ensure the blood sample is collected properly.

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Important

Make sure you have collected exactly 20 µL of blood.

 

STEP 5: Transfer Blood into Buffer

Pierce the foil with the pipette containing capillary blood to then mix the contents.

STEP 6: Insert the test cassette

Insert the test cassette into the adapter.

STEP 7: Collect the mixed blood sample

Using the second pipette, collect the blood mixed with buffer up to the marked line.

Important

Ensure the mixture reaches the fill line on the pipette.

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STEP 8: Add the sample to the cassette

Dispense the entire contents into the test cassette.

STEP 9: Power on the Igloo Reader

Turn on the device using the power button located underneath.


STEP 10: Start Measurement with device

Once the device is on, press “New Measurement” and enter the required data to begin the test.

Insert the test cassette halfway into the Igloo Reader to allow the QR code to be scanned.

STEP 11: QR code scanned

Once the QR code has been successfully scanned, insert the cassette fully into the reader — the measurement will start automatically.

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Wait 15 minutes

 

Scan QR for quick results on your phone in PDF form

Or print the result with a mini printer 


DISPOSAL:

  • Dispose of used cassettes, pipettes, and lancets as biohazardous waste.
  • Do not reuse any test components.
  • Reader and adapter are reusable; clean according to the official maintenance guide.