HemoCue Hb301 Microcuvettes 50/Bottle – 4 Packs Testing Supplies

HemoCue Hb 301 Microcuvettes are single-use consumables designed for use with the HemoCue Hb 301 Analyzer in professional healthcare, laboratory, and blood donation environments. These microcuvettes rely on direct whole-blood absorbance to give you support in point-of-care hemoglobin testing in professional settings. 

These specific Hemocue microcuvettes also perform reliably across demanding temperatures and high-humidity environments. Every unit stays completely protected inside securely sealed vials to maintain strict diagnostic stability until you need them. 

At a Glance

Compatibility

Compatible Device: HemoCue Hb 301 Analyzer ONLY.

The manufacturer specifically states that these microcuvettes are designed exclusively for the Hb 301 system. Using them in unapproved or older diagnostic devices will result in inaccurate clinical readings.

Key Features

1. Zero Reagent Technology: Utilizes advanced absorbance methods, completely eliminating the need for manual chemical mixing.
2. Micro-Sample Requirement: Requires an incredibly tiny blood drop (~10 µL), significantly minimizing patient discomfort.
3. Climate-Resilient Design: These robust microcuvettes withstand harsh temperatures and high-humidity environments effortlessly.
4. Automatic Capillary Action: The internal cavity draws the precise volume of blood automatically upon contact with the sample, preventing human pipetting errors.

Where It's Used

How to Use

1. Extract: Remove only the required HemoCue cuvettes directly from the vial. Snap the plastic lid securely shut immediately.
2. Prepare: Clean the fingertip and wipe away the first two blood drops to ensure an uncontaminated sample.
3. Fill: Touch the pointed tip directly into the center of the third blood drop. Allow it to fill completely in one smooth, continuous motion.
4. Clean: Gently wipe excess blood from the exterior with a lint-free tissue. Strictly avoid touching the open tip.
5. Analyze: Insert into your compatible Hb 301 analyzer and wait approximately 3 seconds for the reading.

Storage & Handling

1. Temperature Range: Store securely at room temperature.
2. Moisture Sensitivity: Highly sensitive to ambient humidity. Always keep them in a tightly closed container and never transfer the testing units to a different bottle.
3. Shelf Life: Strictly adhere to the printed manufacturer's expiry date on the packaging to use before the manufacturer's expiry date. 

Certifications / Compliance

These microcuvettes are intended for In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) use and are designed for compatibility with the HemoCue Hb 301 System. Refer to the product packaging and manufacturer documentation for applicable regulatory and compliance information.

What's in the Box

1. 4 x Moisture-Proof Vials (50 Microcuvettes per vial)
2. 200 x Total Single-Use Testing Units

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What happens if an air bubble forms while filling the microcuvette?

You must discard it and start over. Partial filling or air bubbles may affect measurement results and inaccurate hemoglobin readings. Always fill the cavity completely in one continuous motion.

Q2: Can I draw venous or arterial blood instead of a capillary fingerstick?

Yes. While commonly used for capillary fingersticks, these versatile hemoglobin microcuvettes are also fully validated for use with venous and arterial whole blood samples.

Q3: Do the microcuvettes require refrigeration? 

No. They do not require refrigeration. You should store them securely in their original closed container in a dry environment at room temperature. 

Q4: If I accidentally leave the vial lid open, can I still use the remaining units?

No. These Hemocue microcuvettes are highly sensitive to ambient moisture. If left exposed to room air, they absorb humidity rapidly and exposure to humidity may affect product performance. Always snap the vial shut immediately after extracting a unit.

Q5: Can I use this specific batch in older HemoCue models like the Hb 201+?

No. These HemoCue Hb 301 Microcuvettes are designed specifically for the HemoCue Hb 301 Analyzer. Use with analyzers that are not approved by the manufacturer may affect measurement performance and result reliability.

Q6: How should I dispose of these testing units after taking a reading?

Because they contain whole blood, used microcuvettes are considered potentially infectious medical waste. You must discard them immediately into certified clinical biohazard containers according to your facility's strict infection control protocols.

Q7: Do these testing units require manual chemical mixing or reagents? 

No. They utilize advanced direct whole-blood absorbance technology. There are no liquid reagents to mix, completely eliminating chemical handling errors during rapid emergency diagnostics.