Hema-chem APA V 1 OPERATIONAL REPORT :

Note: This is not a final report. Errors and operational insights may vary based on ongoing monitoring and additional data collection. Further
analysis and adjustments may be required to address any emerging issues and optimize equipment performance.

OPERATIONAL STATS

date Equipment errors status Operational Error status

category insight
April 15, 2024 CBC Low plts functional Calibration Unresolved
required

April 16,2024 CBC Low plts functional none Unresolved

April 17 CBC Cleaner Non Valve checks resolved

priming functional

April 18 CBC High wbc low Non function Calibration resolved

plts done

April 18 BCA Absorbance Non Lamp resolved

value functional adjustment
deviation

April 29 CBC High wbc non cleaning resolved

functional

April 29 BCA Absorbance Non Lamb resolved

value functional adjustment
fluctuation

April 30 CBC High wbc Non Blank resolved

functional +cleaning

April 30 BCA Absorbance Non Lamp resolved

value functional adjustment
flucrtuation

May 5 BCA Absorbance Non Calibration ,a resolved

valu too functional djustment
low ,not static opto sensor

May 6 BCA Absorbance Non Lamp resolved

deviation functional adjustment

May 6 CBC High wbc Non Cleaning ,apr resolved

functional ature zapping
,lyse priming
Functional instability in laboratory equipment can have various causes,
including:

Calibration Issues: Improper calibration or drift in calibration settings can lead to

inaccurate measurements and functional instability.
Component Wear: Wear and tear of critical components such as sensors, valves,
pumps, and filters can cause functional instability and affect the accuracy of
measurements.
Environmental Factors: Fluctuations in temperature, humidity, and power supply can
impact equipment performance and stability, especially for sensitive analytical
instruments.
Contamination: Contamination of sample handling systems, reagents, or optical
pathways can affect measurement accuracy and cause functional instability.
User Error: Improper operation, mishandling of samples, or incorrect reagent
preparation by users can contribute to functional instability and measurement errors.
Electrical Interference: Interference from nearby electronic devices or electrical noise in
the laboratory environment can disrupt the operation of sensitive equipment, leading to
functional instability.

POSSIBLE solutions

Regular Maintenance Schedule:

Implement a regular maintenance schedule that includes cleaning, calibration,
and preventive maintenance tasks Calibration Verification:
Component Replacement:
Replace worn-out or damaged components such as seals, filters, tubing, and
sensors to ensure optimal performance and stability.
Environmental Control:
Maintain stable environmental conditions in the laboratory, including
temperature, humidity, and power supply,and avoid dusty environment to
minimize fluctuations that can affect equipment performance.
Contamination Prevention:
 Establish strict protocols for sample handling, reagent preparation, and
equipment cleaning to prevent contamination and maintain measurement
accuracy.

User Training:
Provide comprehensive training to laboratory staff on proper equipment
operation, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting techniques to minimize
user-related errors.
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Shielding:
Install electromagnetic shielding or relocate sensitive equipment away from
sources of electromagnetic interference to reduce the risk of electrical
disturbances affecting equipment stability.
Quality Control Measures:
Implement robust quality control measures, including routine performance
verification and participation in external quality assessment programs, to monitor
equipment performance and detect any deviations.
Documentation and Record Keeping:
Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, calibration checks, and
equipment performance to track any trends or patterns of instability and
facilitate timely intervention.

Conclusion:

● Both CBC and BCA equipment have faced recurring issues, mainly related to
calibration, lamp adjustment, and cleaning.
● CBC equipment has predominantly experienced problems with platelet counts
and high white blood cell counts.
● BCA equipment has faced absorbance value fluctuations and deviations.
● Most issues have been resolved through appropriate maintenance actions like
calibration, adjustment, and cleaning.
● It might be beneficial to review the frequency of maintenance routines or explore
potential underlying reasons for recurrent issues to ensure long-term reliability
and accuracy of the equipment.