[Histonet] RE: ThinPrep

[Joe W. Walker, Jr.]

Hi Lisa,

I am not aware of a specific CAP regulation/question related to the validation of the ThinPrep processor.  However, there are general questions related to ensuring your devices are functioning as intended prior to using them on patient specimens.  This should have been done when the device was initially setup in the lab and with the help of the manufacturer.  They should help you verify that the instrument is working as designed.

Joe W. Walker, Jr. MS, SCT(ASCP)CM
Anatomical Pathology Manager
Rutland Regional Medical Center
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Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2013 9:16 AM
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Subject: [Histonet] ThinPrep

Does anyone know a CAP regulation for validation of ThinPrep?



Lisa White HT(ASCP)

Supervisory HT

James H. Quillen VAMC

Corner of Veterans Way and Lamont

VAMC Warehouse BLDG. 205

PO Box 4000
PLMS 113

Mountain Home, TN 37684

423-979-3567

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