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-856 is is a 3F Multi-Segmented, Single Field, Pressure-Volume catheter ( Straight tip, 120cm) which can be used in measuring ventricular function in a rabbit or cat. The single pressure sensor is located in the center of the catheter, between the electrodes. For determination of ventricular volume the catheter has ten electrodes with a spacing of 4.5mm.
The catheter requires the CEC-10E PV Cable for connection to the 880-0168
MPVS Ultra Pressure-Volume Unit (small or large animals).
The SPR-856 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.