Do not use if buffer is cloudy. Add 150 ul concentrated buffer and mix. Keep in refrigerator and use for 1 week. Minimum stability of this reagent is 1 year. Trim with a razor blade.
Hemolyzed samples are acceptable for analysis.
We have confirmed this by running hemolyzed samples. The pH of the blood must be obtained when blood is drawn. Total and conjugated bilirubin and albumin must also be run. Follow the procedure below for determination. Rinse pipet once.