ABT® CLEANING SOLUTION II (LBC-017)

ABOUT ABT ® CLEANING SOLUTION II

Intended use: Used to assist in the removal of mucus and inflammatory material and to recover target cells for cervical cytology screening (liquid-based Pap test).

Product information:

• Composition: Proteinase and buffer salts
• Characteristics: Transparent, colorless solution
• Application conditions: Cervical smear specimens with excessive mucus or inflammation
• Technique: Liquid-based cytology (LBC)
• Storage: 15–30 °C, protected from direct light
• Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture
• Packaging: 500 mL/bottle
• Product code: LBC-017

Manual instruction

- Cervical smear specimens are collected and preserved in ABT® Cell Preservative Solution at 15–30 °C for 24–48 hours.

– Perform the preparation of cervical smear specimens with excessive mucus or inflammation according to the following procedure:

• Step 1: Vortex the vial of ABT® Cell Preservative Solution containing the cervical smear specimen for approximately 15 seconds to homogenize the mixture.
• Step 2: Add 1–2 mL of ABT ® Cleaning Solution II to the specimen at a ratio of 1:10.
• Step 3: Vortex thoroughly and incubate the mixture for about 5 minutes at 15–30 °C. For specimens with excessive mucus and high viscosity, continue vortexing and incubating for an additional 5–10 minutes until all mucous strands are completely dissolved.
• Step 4: Process and smear cells onto glass slides according to the protocol of the corresponding kit and equipment.

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Detailed Instructions for Use.