1-4 Explaining General Information
P/N 85266-30, Manual revision: A
What are the
special features
of the PCS2?
Haemonetics has incorporated advanced technological features into the portable
PCS2 design. Examples of these features, which ensure safety for the donor and
permit efficient time-management for the operator, are:
z Self-loading pumps.
z Advanced optical sensors.
z Donor-line tubing pressure monitor.
z Communication data box or internal data card.
z Barcode reader.
What is required
to perform a
procedure?
PCS2 collection procedures are quick and simple to perform. The following
material is required to perform a PCS2 procedure:
z A PCS2 disposable set designed for the selected procedure.
z Venipuncture materials and hemostats.
z Appropriate anticoagulant solution.
z 0.9% normal saline (optional).
The operator will need to:
Î Install the appropriate disposable set.
Î Modify any settings if necessary.
Î Perform a single venous puncture, prior to initiating a procedure.
Plasma collection will proceed automatically until the end-collection target has
been reached.