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Analyzer Readiness and QC

Analyzer powered on and self-check completed without errors critical (required)

Confirm the instrument completed startup diagnostics and is ready for use.

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Daily QC results within acceptable limits critical (required)

Verify required control levels were run and all results are within established acceptance criteria.

Yes No N/A

Calibration status current critical (required)

Confirm calibration is current and no overdue calibration flags are present for the analyzer or assay.

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Pending maintenance or error alerts reviewed and resolved or escalated critical (required)

Check for instrument alerts, maintenance reminders, or unresolved errors that could affect testing.

Yes No N/A

Reagents and Consumables

All required reagents are within expiration date critical (required)

Inspect each reagent in use for expiration date and discard any expired material.

Yes No N/A

Reagents stored at required temperature and condition critical (required)

Verify storage conditions match manufacturer requirements, including refrigeration, room temperature, or light protection as applicable.

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Open reagent lot labels and in-use dates documented

Confirm open-date, lot number, and discard date are recorded where required by SOP.

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Sufficient controls and consumables available for planned testing

Verify enough controls, tips, cuvettes, slides, or other consumables are available to complete the expected workload without interruption.

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Biohazard Waste and Work Area Condition

Biohazard waste container present, lined, and not overfilled critical (required)

Confirm the regulated medical waste container is available, properly lined, and below the fill line.

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Sharps container secure and within fill limit critical (required)

Verify sharps disposal container is mounted or placed securely and not overfilled.

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Bench surface clean and free of visible contamination

Inspect the work surface for spills, residue, or contamination before setup begins.

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PPE and Safety Controls

Required PPE available and worn correctly critical (required)

Verify gloves, lab coat or gown, and eye/face protection are available and used according to task risk.

Yes No N/A

Hand hygiene supplies accessible at bench

Confirm soap, sanitizer, or handwashing access is available and unobstructed for immediate use.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Lab Bench Daily Setup

Analyzer Readiness and QC

Reagents and Consumables

Biohazard Waste and Work Area Condition

PPE and Safety Controls

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