About Sahli Hemoglobin Meter
What Is Included in the Set
- Color Comparator: A rectangular box featuring permanent brown colored glass standards on both sides and an opaque white glass back plate for uniform lighting.
- Hemoglobin Tube: A special graduated glass tube (Sahli-Adams tube) marked with gram percentage (g% from 2 to 24) and percentage scales.
- Hemoglobin Pipette: A narrow pipette calibrated precisely to measure 20 L (0.02 mL) of blood without a bulb.
- Stirrer & Accessories: A thin glass rod for mixing, along with a dropper, cleaning brush, and a vial for 0.1N hydrochloric acid (HCl).
All-in-One Convenience and PortabilityThe Sahli Hemoglobin Meter comes as a complete kit with every accessory needed for hemoglobin estimation, housed in a compact, lightweight box weighing around 350 grams. Its portability and manual operation allow for ease of use across clinical settings, educational labs, and field testing, providing reliable results without reliance on an external power source.
Trusted Visual Accuracy and DurabilityEquipped with an integrated dual-window color comparator, users can achieve accurate readings up to 0.1 g/dL. The included glassware is made from clear borosilicate glass, ensuring excellent resistance to standard laboratory temperatures and compatibility with autoclave sterilization, which can help extend its usability. All plastic and glass components are durable and suited for routine laboratory handling.
Versatile Applications and Simple MaintenanceIdeal for clinical, educational, and fieldwork environments, the meter's straightforward manual process and included N/10 HCl reagent streamline hemoglobin testing. Maintenance is simple, with autoclavable components and no requirement for shelf-life monitoring. The manual visual reading method helps users quickly estimate hemoglobin levels with ease.
FAQ's of Sahli Hemoglobin Meter:
Q: How is hemoglobin measured using the Sahli Hemoglobin Meter?
A: Hemoglobin estimation is performed by mixing blood with the supplied N/10 Hydrochloric Acid in the graduated tube, followed by gentle stirring. The resulting color is visually compared against the integrated dual-window comparator to determine the hemoglobin concentration.
Q: What accessories are included with the Sahli Hemoglobin Meter kit?
A: The kit includes a graduated hemoglobin tube, pipette, stirrer, dropper, glass rod, brush, comparator holder, and a bottle of N/10 Hydrochloric Acid, along with all components required for manual analysis. All glassware is autoclavable for easy sterilization.
Q: When should I use this meter for hemoglobin estimation?
A: This device is suitable for use whenever you need to estimate hemoglobin concentration in blood samples, whether during routine lab work, diagnostic assessments, educational demonstrations, or field testing.
Q: Where can the Sahli Hemoglobin Meter be used?
A: Due to its portable and manual design, the meter can be used in clinical laboratories, educational institutions, diagnostic centers, remote field locations, or anywhere electricity may not be available.
Q: What is the process for cleaning and maintaining the Sahli Hemoglobin Meter?
A: All glass components can be sterilized using an autoclave, ensuring safe reuse and minimizing the risk of cross-contamination. Other components can be cleaned with standard laboratory cleaning agents.
Q: What are the benefits of using a manual hemoglobin meter like this one?
A: Benefits include portability, independence from electrical power, cost-effectiveness, and reliable, accurate results in diverse settings. Its integrated accessories and easy operation make it convenient for a range of users.