Trueprep Error Classes and actions

Introduction

The Truenat is a rapid molecular diagnostic method based on the (Nucleic acid amplification testing) NAAT principle and uses portable, battery-operated devices to rapidly detect Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex bacteria (MTBC) and rifampicin resistance.

The system involves two main devices:

1. Trueprep® AUTO v2 Universal Cartridge based Sample Prep Device
2. Truelab® Real Time micro PCR Analyzer

The Trueprep AUTO v2 is an electromechanical system pre-programmed to sequentially heat, mix and add reagents to the contents of the cartridge placed in the cartridge holder and has a 2 - line LCD screen that displays the status. It is used for the automated extraction and purification of DNA.

Trueprep Error Classes

The Trueprep errors are classified as:

1. Cartridge Errors
2. Reagent Pack Errors
3. Device Errors and Warnings

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Trueprep Error Actions

I Cartridge Error Actions

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 II Reagent Error Actions

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III Device Error and Warning Actions

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Resource

• Guidelines on Programmatic Management of Drug-resistant TB (PMDT) in India, 2021, CTD, MoHFW, India.
• Trueprep AUTO v2 Universal Cartridge Based Sample Prep Device; User Manual V4.

Assessment