Bay - Pathology Point of Care Testing (POCT)

Two benchtop POCT devices have been indicated, with additional devices requiring added space and services. The devices shown are placeholders as there are many POCT devices available and various combinations of devices may be provided depending on the service requirements of the unit in which this bay is located.

Additional Considerations:

• Ready access to handwashing bay is recommended.
• Ready access may be required to a pneumatic tube bay that is in a staff supervised area.
• If providing wall mounted joinery over the bench consider clearance heights for benchtop machines, including for futureproofing.
• Weight requirements for machines should be considered to ensure adequate support is provided to the bench.
• POCT devices should not to be located in direct sunlight as they can overheat.
• Refrigerator temperature monitoring may be required and is to be connected to the building management system (BMS). The alarm is to provide alerts where 24-hour monitoring is undertaken, within the unit and/or remotely.
• Type and extent of storage to suit testing requirements, including ambient temperature storage for cartridges.
• Ensure adequate lighting over workspace.
• Power requirements (type/quantity) to be considered to suit equipment and service requirements.