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TOP QUESTIONS WE HEAR FROM PATIENTS
1. What does it take to run Hemo SCAN S?
The Hemo SCAN®-S Test Kit is a rapid, quantitative lateral flow immunoassay kit to be used in conjunction with the Hemo SCAN®-S Reader System for monitoring and guiding blood transfusion therapy in Sickle Cell Disease patients.
One Hemo SCAN®-S Test Kit contains:
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Hemo SCAN®-S Test cartridges
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Capillary Sampler
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PreTreatment Modules (containing buffer)
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Package Insert
Materials not provided but required:
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Lancet
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Alcohol wipes
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Gloves
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Timer
2. What do the results tell me?
A total of 2 detection lines are possible: the control line indicates the sample has flowed through the test strip, and the intensity of the S indicates the level of hemoglobin S in the blood sample. The Hemo SCAN®-S Reader will interprete the intensity of the S line.
3. What are the alternatives?
Central lab tests are typically used to monitor the hemoglobin S levels in sickle cell patients. Common methods include:
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HPLC
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Hemoglobin electrophoresis
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Blood smear
4. How quickly can Hemo SCAN S yield results?
After the specimen and buffer mixture has been correctly dispensed into the Hemo SCAN®-S cartridge, allow the test to run for 15 minutes.
