The HemoCue microcuvettes (50 per bottle) deliver fast, accurate testing right at the point of care. These microcuvettes are fully compatible with both the HemoCue Hb 201+ and HemoCue Hb 201 DM analyzer systems. Requiring only ~10 µL of blood sample, these microcuvettes provide results in less than 60 seconds. Suitable for highly reliable testing environments, these cuvettes become essential in hospitals, blood banks, and wellness camps.
What's in the Box
- 4 x Bottles of HemoCue Hb 201 Microcuvettes (50 units per bottle)
- 1 x Sealed Box
Compatibility Guide
For accurate clinical readings, these microcuvettes are designed exclusively for use with the following devices:
- HemoCue Hb 201+ Analyzer
- HemoCue Hb 201 DM Analyzer
(Note: Exclusively for the 201 series. These are not compatible with older B-Hemoglobin meters or the Hb 301 analyzer system. Always verify your point-of-care hemoglobin analyzer model before testing.)
How to Use
- Prepare: Calibrate your meter for the hemoglobin POC test. Remove one microcuvette and immediately seal the vial tightly.
- Collect: Draw exactly ~10 µL of fresh capillary, venous, or arterial blood.
- Apply: Fill the tip in a single continuous motion to avoid air bubbles. Carefully wipe off any excess blood.
- Read: Insert the filled unit directly into the meter slot to get your result.
- Dispose: Discard the single-use microcuvette immediately into a biohazard container.
Who Should Use HemoCue Hb 201 Microcuvettes?
These HemoCue microcuvettes are highly suitable for:
- Hospitals: For immediate point-of-care clinical decisions.
- Diagnostic Laboratories: For routine and highly accurate hemoglobin point-of-care testing.
- Blood Banks: For rapid pre-donation donor screening.
- Primary Healthcare Clinics: For everyday patient health checkups.
- Anemia Screening Programs: For monitoring nutritional and maternal health.
- NGO Health Camps: For fast outdoor testing and mobile diagnostics.
- Community Health Outreach: For remote testing without requiring a full lab setup.
Key Features
- Infection Control: The strict single-use disposable design prevents cross-contamination between patients.
- Operational Efficiency: Eliminates the need for complex lab setups, saving crucial time in busy diagnostic centers.
- No Cold Chain Required: Hassle-free room-temperature transport makes them ideal for remote medical camps.
- Pre-Calibrated Confidence: Ready to use directly out of the box with zero manual calibration required by the staff.
- Advanced Measurement Principle: Utilizes a modified azide methemoglobin photometric method to deliver highly accurate point-of-care results.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Product Type | Hemoglobin Testing Microcuvettes |
| Compatible Devices | HemoCue Hb 201+ & Hb 201 DM Analyzers |
| Application | Hemoglobin POC test & routine screening |
| Sample Requirement | ~10 µL (Capillary, Venous, or Arterial Whole Blood) |
| Quantity | 50 Microcuvettes per Bottle (200 Total in 4-Pack) |
| Color Code | Red |
| Intended Use | Professional In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) & Laboratory Use |
| Storage Conditions | Store at room temperature (15–30°C) in a dry container |
| Shelf Life | Unopened: As per printed expiry / Opened: Strictly 90 days |
Storage & Handling
- Store in a dry place at room temperature (15–30°C). Do not refrigerate.
- Open the vial only when ready to test and seal it tightly immediately after to block humidity.
- To maintain clinical accuracy, strictly use all units within 90 days of opening the vial.
Safety Information
- Use exclusively with HemoCue Hb 201+ or Hb 201 DM analyzers.
- Do not touch or squeeze the filled microcuvette. Carefully wipe off any excess blood from the outside before inserting it into the meter.
- These are strictly single-use consumables. Discard them immediately after one test in an approved biomedical waste container.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the primary clinical application of these microcuvettes?
These Hemocue Hb 201 microcuvettes are specifically designed to collect blood samples for rapid and accurate hemoglobin point-of-care testing.
Q2: Which specific testing devices work with these microcuvettes?
They are strictly engineered for the HemoCue Hb 201+ and Hb 201 DM systems.
Q3: How much blood volume is required for an accurate reading?
The test requires only a precise ~10 µL drop of capillary, venous, or arterial blood.
Q4: Do I need to manually mix any chemical reagents?
No manual mixing is required. They contain internal dry reagents. You simply fill the tip with the blood sample and insert it directly into your point-of-care hemoglobin analyzer for a fast test-and-read result.
Q5: What are the strict storage guidelines once a vial is opened?
Keep the tightly sealed vial at room temperature (15–30°C) and never refrigerate it. For guaranteed clinical accuracy, all units inside must be used within exactly 90 days of opening the seal.
Q6: Are these suitable for outdoor medical camps and remote setups?
Yes. Because they rely on dry reagents and room-temperature storage, they are incredibly reliable for mobile outreach programs and remote hemoglobin point-of-care testing where full lab setups are unavailable.
Q7: Can I safely reuse a microcuvette if the first reading fails?
No, you cannot reuse them under any circumstances. They are strictly single-use diagnostic consumables and must be discarded in a biohazard waste container immediately after a single attempt.
Q8: Can these Hb Microcuvettes be used interchangeably with the HemoCue Hb 301 system?
No. The Hb 201 and Hb 301 systems utilize completely different measurement technologies. These microcuvettes will only function correctly in the 201 series analyzers.
