ITC IRMA TruPoint Blood Analysis System - Manual (Page 14)

1.6
IRMA TRUPOINT CARTRIDGES
Each IRMA TruPoint cartridge contains a sensor array and self-contained
calibrant. One patient or liquid QC test is performed on each cartridge.
Figure 1-5
A. Cartridge Leads: electronically connect the cartridge to the analyzer.
B. Luer Injection Port: where the sample collection device attaches to
the cartridge.
C. Sensors: measure analyte concentrations.
D. Calibrant Gel: covers the sensors and is used to calibrate the sensors.
E. Temperature Monitoring Site (Internal): where IRMA TruPoint IR
probe measures and controls sample temperature.
F. Enzyme Pad: may be present on cartridges that employ enzymatic
methodologies.
G. Overflow Indicator: alerts user that the maximum sample volume
(5 mL) that the cartridge can hold has been reached.
H. Waste Reservoir: holds a maximum sample volume of 5 mL.
I. Air Vent: located on the bottom, left side of the waste reservoir.
J. Cal Cap: contains calibrant for cartridges with enzymatic sensors.