
Here are some points to remember:
- Confirm that the flat side of the Leighton tube is level and tight against the magnet before rocking
- With the MPC®-1, it is beneficial to hold the Leighton tube against the magnet during the 2-minute rock
- Once the beads are added, be gentle with the sample
- Use a KimWipe or towel to blot the end of the Leighton tube after decanting; this removes more matrix debris
- Decant a maximum of 3 Leighton tubes at a time using the MPC®-6
- Rock the MPC®-6 through a 90° angle for each side which results in a total of 180°
Use the Menu to link to the Difficult Matrices section for techniques that reduce the amount of matrix debris remaining in the Leighton tube.