Od-037773 Hemochron GEM 100

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Type

On Demand

Credit

No

Description

This course discusses the use and operation of the Hemochron GEM 100

Objectives

  • Be able to identify the components of test cartridge/cuvette
  • Be able to identify the external components of the Gem Hemochron 100
  • Be knowledgeable of specimen requirements
  • Distinguish the two types of quality control and when each is performed
  • Have a basic understanding of clot-based coagulation testing and the relationship between activated clotting time (ACT) and Unfractionated Heparin (UFH)
  • Know how to perform quality control and run patient samples
  • Know how to review results and interpret the ranges
  • Understand Basic troubleshooting Steps
  • Understand Maintenance and Limitations of the test
  • Understand the storage and stability requirements for quality control and the cuvettes used for testing

Fees

Free

Activity Director

Tawni Cunningham

Activity Coordinators

Dena Beyer
Michelle Sutton

Organization

MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center