Hemocue® Hb 301 System

The HemoCue® Hb 301 System is a portable hemoglobin testing system designed for point-of-care (POC) testing. It provides fast, accurate, and reliable hemoglobin measurements, enabling healthcare providers to screen and monitor anemia in various settings, including clinics, hospitals, blood donation centers, and remote or resource-limited environments.

Key Features

• Quick Results: Provides results in less than a minute, enabling immediate decision-making at the point of care.
• User-Friendly: Simple operation with minimal training required, making it accessible for a wide range of healthcare professionals.
• Small Sample Volume: Requires only 10 µL of blood, minimizing patient discomfort.
• Portable Design: Lightweight and battery-operated, allowing for easy use in diverse settings, including fieldwork.
• High Accuracy: Delivers lab-quality results with a measuring range suitable for most clinical hemoglobin testing needs.

Technical Specifications

• Measuring Range: 0–25.6 g/dL (0–256 g/L or 0–15.9 mmol/L), covering the typical range for hemoglobin in human blood.
• Sample Type: Accepts capillary, venous, or arterial whole blood samples.
• Power Source: Operates on AA batteries, making it fully portable and convenient for field use.
• Display: Clear digital display for easy reading of results.
• Calibration: Factory-calibrated; no additional calibration is required by the user.

Applications

• Anemia Screening: Ideal for rapid anemia screening and monitoring in clinical, primary care, and rural settings.
• Blood Donation Centers: Used to assess hemoglobin levels quickly in potential blood donors.
• Critical and Emergency Care: Effective in emergency and critical care settings for fast assessment of patient hemoglobin levels.
• Mobile Health Clinics and Outreach Programs: Portable solution for hemoglobin testing in remote or resource-limited areas.

System Components

• HemoCue Hb 301 Analyzer: Compact, handheld analyzer with a digital display.
• HemoCue Hb 301 Microcuvettes: Disposable, single-use cuvettes pre-filled with reagents for hemoglobin measurement.
• Cuvette Holder: Specifically designed holder to ensure accurate placement of microcuvettes in the analyzer.

Operation Instructions

1. Sample Collection:
   • Use a fingerstick or venous blood draw to collect a small blood sample.
2. Filling the Microcuvette:
   • Touch the tip of the microcuvette to the blood drop; it will automatically draw the correct volume.
3. Inserting the Cuvette:
   • Insert the filled microcuvette into the analyzer for automatic measurement.
4. Reading Results:
   • The analyzer displays the hemoglobin level within a few seconds.

Safety and Handling

• Biohazard Precautions: Treat all blood samples and used cuvettes as potentially infectious. Dispose of according to local biohazard regulations.
• Quality Control: Regular quality checks should be performed using control cuvettes and solutions provided by HemoCue.

Maintenance

• Calibration: Factory-calibrated; requires no user calibration.
• Cleaning: Clean the cuvette holder regularly with a soft cloth or swab according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Storage: Store the analyzer and microcuvettes in a cool, dry place to maintain accuracy and prolong device lifespan.

Regulatory Compliance

• CE Marked: Meets European safety, health, and environmental requirements.
• FDA Cleared: Approved for clinical use in the United States (check current status for regional requirements).

Benefits

• Accuracy and Reliability: Provides consistent, lab-quality results in diverse environments.
• Portability: Battery-powered and compact, suitable for remote testing and mobile clinics.
• Easy to Use: Minimal training required, making it ideal for non-laboratory personnel.

The HemoCue Hb 301 System is a trusted choice for healthcare providers needing reliable, rapid hemoglobin testing at the point of care.