The Headway 14C UBT Rapid Analyzer is a cutting-edge solution for quickly and accurately diagnosing Helicobacter pylori infections. This innovative device offers an efficient, non-invasive way to detect H pylori, using the 14C Urea Breath Test Instrument to analyze the breath samples of patients. Here’s a closer look at how to set up, calibrate, and utilize the Headway 14C UBT Rapid Analyzer to ensure reliable and fast results.
Setting Up the Headway 14C UBT Device for Accurate Diagnosis
To ensure that the 14C UBT Rapid Analyzer operates at peak performance, it is essential to follow proper setup procedures. Start by installing the device in a stable environment and connecting it to the power supply. Power on the device and allow it to warm up for at least 30 minutes before use. This warm-up period ensures the system reaches a stable operating condition, which is crucial for obtaining accurate readings during the test.
How the 14C UBT Instrument Calibration Ensures Precise Results
Calibration is key to ensuring the precision of the 14C Urea Breath Test Instrument. The Headway 14C UBT analyzer comes equipped with automatic and manual calibration features that adjust the device to the environmental conditions.
– Automatic Background Calibration: Once the device is powered on, it will perform a background calibration for approximately 45 minutes. During this time, it adapts to the background radiation of the environment, ensuring that results are not influenced by external factors.
– Manual Calibration: If needed, you can perform manual calibration by pressing the “Measurement” button within 10 seconds of powering on the device. This will allow the 14C UBT Rapid Analyzer to calibrate in about 41 minutes, ensuring that the background radiation is less than 250, providing accurate results.
In addition to these two methods, using the efficiency standard card to perform a final calibration will ensure that the 14C Urea Breath Test Instrument is ready for reliable testing. The resulting C value from this calibration must fall within ±30% of the labeled value.
Efficient Sample Collection and Testing Process
Once calibration is complete, it’s time to collect and analyze the patient’s breath sample. Here’s how the process works:
1. Sample Collection: The patient is instructed to take a 14C urea capsule on an empty stomach or two hours after eating. After 15 minutes of rest, the patient blows into the air collection card through the mouthpiece for about 1 to 3 minutes. The air collection card’s color will change from orange-red to yellow, signaling the end of the sample collection.
2. Testing the Sample: After collecting the sample, it is inserted into the 14C Urea Breath Test Instrument‘s measuring chamber. The device will automatically analyze the sample and provide a result indicating whether the patient is positive or negative for Helicobacter pylori.
3. Reporting Results: The test results are then displayed on the device, and you can choose to print a report either with an external printer or the built-in micro-printer. These reports serve as a valuable diagnostic tool for physicians.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, the 14C UBT Rapid Analyzer from Headway ensures fast, accurate, and non-invasive detection of Helicobacter pylori, providing healthcare professionals with reliable results to guide their diagnostic decisions.