The Millar ultra-miniature PV catheters have revolutionized cardiovascular research as their small size means that they can be inserted directly into the heart with no effect on normal functioning of heart. Having a single catheter with the pressure sensor and electrodes allows for the simultaneous measurement of both ventricular pressure and volume from a continuously beating, intact heart.
The SPR-562-1 is is a 6F multi-segmented, Dual Field, Pressure-Volume catheter (125cm) which can be used in measuring ventricular function in a dog, sheep or pig. There are two pressure sensors on the catheter. For determination of ventricular volume the catheter has twelve (12) electrodes with a spacing of 7mm.
The catheter requires the CEC-10E PV Cable and the PEC-10D Pressure Extension Cable, Redel - Low Profile for connection to the 880-0168
MPVS Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (small or large animals).
The SPR-562-1 can be used with the ML880B46
MPVS Ultra Foundation System which includes the following components:
CalibrationA
Pressure Gauge kit which provides the necessary items to calibrate the pressure transducers is available. Please contact your nearest
ADInstruments representative for any further information.