Description
The Mission Plus Hb Optical Verifier is the daily quality control device for the Mission Plus Hb hemoglobin meter, used to confirm that the meter optical system is working properly before patient testing. Each verifier is a plastic device with a brown reference pad that the meter reads in place of a test cartridge. The meter displays YES or no after the check, giving the operator a clear pass or fail answer in seconds. The manufacturer recommends running this check once a day, prior to testing patients.
- Daily optical system check – confirms the meter reads its optics correctly before the first patient of the day
- Plain pass or fail readout – the meter displays YES or no, with no interpretation required from the operator
- Reusable control device – returns to its canister after each check instead of being consumed like a cartridge
- Part of the QC record – supports the quality control documentation that point of care programs are audited on
The Daily Check That Keeps Hemoglobin Results Defensible
Point of care results are only as trustworthy as the checks behind them, and this verifier is the check the manufacturer built into the Mission Plus Hb routine. The verifier looks like a test cartridge but is grey in color, and its brown reference pad has a known optical response. When it is inserted, the meter reads that pad and compares the response against its expected value. A YES display means the optical path is performing properly and patient testing can proceed. A no display tells the operator to stop and troubleshoot before any patient result is produced on a questionable system. Because the verifier is not consumed, one device supports months of daily checks when it is kept clean in its canister.
Features and Benefits
Quality Control Function
- Known reference response – the brown reference pad gives the meter a stable target with an expected reading
- Same handling as a cartridge – the verifier inserts like a test cartridge, so the check adds no new technique to learn
- Clear outcome – YES or no on the display, documented in seconds as part of the daily QC routine
Handling
- Canister stored – returns to its protective canister immediately after use, cap closed tightly
- Long opened life – verifiers expire 12 months after the canister is first opened, with the date recorded on the label
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Catalog Number: C122-3021
- Device Type: Optical verifier with brown reference pad
- Compatibility: Mission Plus Hb Hemoglobin Meter
- Readout: Meter displays YES or no
- Brand: ACON Laboratories
Storage and Handling
- Storage: Store in the closed canister at 36 to 86°F (2 to 30°C), below 85% humidity. Do not freeze or refrigerate
- Opened Life: Expires 12 months after the canister is first opened
- Care: Keep the verifier clean, do not bend it, and do not touch the test area
- Use: For in vitro diagnostic use
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Why Choose This Optical Verifier from MedicalEx?
Quality control accessories are easy to overlook until an audit asks for the daily check records. Stocking the manufacturer’s own verifier keeps the Mission Plus Hb program complete and its QC routine exactly the one described in the user manual. It is a small device that protects the credibility of every result the meter produces.
- Manufacturer matched – the reference pad response is the one the meter firmware expects
- Audit ready routine – a documented daily check supports point of care compliance reviews
- Reusable value – one verifier covers a year of daily checks from a single canister opening
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the optical verifier do?
It checks that the meter optical system is working properly. The meter reads the verifier’s brown reference pad and displays YES if the optical response is correct, or no if it is not.
How often should the check be run?
The manufacturer recommends using the optical verifier once a day, prior to testing patients. Running it at the start of the testing day keeps the check ahead of every patient result.
What should happen if the meter displays no?
Patient testing should not proceed on that meter until the problem is resolved. Recheck that the verifier is clean and undamaged, repeat the check, and follow the troubleshooting guidance in the meter user manual if the result repeats.
How long does a verifier last?
Verifiers expire 12 months after their canister is first opened, and the opened expiration date should be recorded on the canister label. They also carry the unopened expiration date printed on the label.
How should verifiers be stored?
Keep them in their closed protective canister at 36 to 86°F, away from heat and direct sunlight, and do not freeze or refrigerate them. Replace the cap immediately after removing or returning a verifier.
Is the verifier the same as a control solution?
No. The optical verifier checks the meter optical system, while control solutions test the full measurement pathway with prepared hemoglobin levels. The two quality control tools answer different questions and complement each other.
