40850 Vitalograph COPD-6 Serial, COPD Screener with Serial Interface
Vitalograph COPD-6 is a simple to use respiratory monitor that measures FEV1, FEV6, and FEV1FEV6 with predicted values, obstructive index and COPD stage indicator.
This device can send to a PDA, PC or Home Hub via RS232 serial transmission of test/session data along with device ID.
Vitalograph COPD-6 is available in 3 other versions with either USB interface, wireless Bluetooth interface or as a standalone unit without PC connectivity.
Features and Benefits
- For COPD case selection for spirometry with serial transmission of data
- Early detection of COPD - quickly, simply and accurately
- Identifies those at risk of COPD at the pre-symptomatic stage to allow early medical intervention and facilitate better clinical outcomes
- Screens out those whose FEV1 is normal, and who therefore do not have COPD, without the risk of false COPD negatives
- Facilitates 'case selection' so that spirometry resources can be focused on those most likely to be diagnosed with COPD
- Monitors COPD patients using their 'number', the obstructive index, FEV1 as a percent of predicted
- Displays FEV1, FEV6, ratio and % predicted, obstructive index, COPD classification and lung age
- Built-in quality of blow indicator on a large, easy to read display
- Easy to clean flowhead
- Can be used with hygienic SafeTway mouthpieces or a BVF
- Displays the GOLD COPD classification (stage I - IV) to help recognise the need for a change in the patient's management plan
- Requires only minimal instruction for use by non-respiratory specialists
- Supplied complete with:
- SafeTway Mouthpieces and disposable noseclips
- Carry Pouch
- Healthcare Professionals' Guide
- 2 x AAA Batteries
Transmits the following data:
- FEV1, FEV6, and FEV1/FEV6 ratio
- Predicted values for the above
- Age, gender and height
- Device ID automatically transmitted with the data
- Automatically sends data after each blow
- Can also send session data
- Time and date of each session
- Indicates blow quality and number of blows in each session
Specifications
For full specifications, please download the COPD-6 Range Brochure from the Related Downloads Section.