Introduction
A platelet agitator and incubator is a specialized medical device that combines a platelet agitator with an incubator, designed for the storage of platelet concentrates under controlled conditions, and it is used in blood banks, hospitals, and transfusion services to maintain the quality and viability of platelets for transfusion. Platelets are sensitive to temperature and agitation, and they must be stored at a controlled temperature, typically between 20 and 24 degrees Celsius, with continuous gentle agitation to prevent clumping and to maintain platelet function; the incubator maintains the storage temperature, while the agitator provides continuous, gentle rocking or rotating motion of the platelet storage shelves, and the combined device provides both functions in a single unit, with temperature monitoring and alarms to ensure that the storage conditions remain within the required range. Platelet agitators and incubators are available in various capacities, from small units for a few bags to large units for many bags, and they feature precise temperature control, uniform temperature distribution, adjustable agitation speed, and alarm systems, and they are designed for reliable, continuous operation. They are used in blood banks and transfusion services for the short-term storage of platelet concentrates before transfusion, for inventory management, and for maintaining platelet quality, and they are essential for ensuring that stored platelets remain safe and effective for patients, following the standards and guidelines for blood component storage. With their controlled storage environment, platelet agitators and incubators are essential equipment for transfusion medicine.
Platelet Agitator LPTA-T2020
Platelet Agitator is designed to store and maintain up to 48 platelet bags efficiently. It is equipped with advanced 8 shelf platforms, each measuring 350 × 350 mm, providing ample spac...
Platelet Agitator LPTA-T2021
Platelet Agitator is designed with a maximum storage capacity of 96 bags and is equipped with advanced 8 shelf platforms. It supports dual power options of 110 V 60 Hz and 220 V 50 Hz, m...
Platelet Incubator LPTI-T2013
Platelet Incubator provides a controlled environment with a temperature range of 20℃ to 24℃, ideal for the safe and effective storage of platelets. The microprocessor-based controller ...
Platelet Storage Shaker Incubator LPSI-T2010
Platelet Storage Shaker Incubator supports a temperature control range of 15 to 35°C for optimal platelet storage. The horizontal oscillation operates within a speed range of 0 to 200 r...
Platelet Incubator Agitator LPIA-T2011
Platelet Incubator Agitator operates at a temperature of 22℃ and features a 10 layer storage system, accommodating 30 to 60 bags of samples. It offers an oscillation frequency of 60 cyc...
Platelet Incubator Agitator LPIA-T2010
Platelet Incubator Agitator is a microprocessor-controlled unit that operates at temperature ranges between 20℃ to 24℃. It employs the forced air cooling method which offers uniform te...
Platelet Incubator LPTI-T2011
Platelet Incubator maintains a stable temperature range of 20 to 24 °C, ensuring optimal storage conditions for platelet preservation. Prevents ice build-up, ensuring consistent tempera...
Platelet Incubator LPTI-T2012
Platelet Incubator maintains a stable temperature range of 20 to 24°C, ensuring optimal storage conditions for platelet preservation. It features a continuous agitation system to keep p...
Platelet Incubator LPTI-T2010
Platelet Incubator is crafted to maintain a stable temperature range of 20 to 24℃, ensuring optimal storage conditions for platelets. Features a built-in agitator that provides gentle, ...
Platelet Agitator LPTA-T2011
Platelet Agitator is an open continuous side-to-side motion agitation system with storage capacity up to 54 apheresis bags. The shelves are constructed in stainless steel, favourable for...
Platelet Agitator LPTA-T2012
Platelet Agitator is an open continuous side-to-side motion agitation system with storage capacity up to 100 apheresis bags. The shelves are constructed in stainless steel, favourable fo...
Platelet Agitator LPTA-T2010
Platelet Agitator is an open continuous side-to-side motion agitation system with storage capacity up to 30 apheresis bags. The shelves are constructed in stainless steel, favourable for...
Standards
ISO 11133:2014-Microbiology of food, animal feed and water-Preparation, production, storage and performance testing of culture media
Complies with the above standards, but is not limited to them.
Features
1. Platelet agitator and incubator for storage of platelet concentrates at controlled temperature.
2. Continuous gentle agitation with precise 20-24 degrees Celsius temperature control.
3. Suitable for blood banks, hospitals, transfusion centers and clinical laboratories.
4. Includes platelet storage chamber, agitation mechanism, temperature control and alarms.
5. Maintains platelet viability and function during storage per blood banking standards.
FAQ
Q1: What testing scenarios is this equipment mainly applied to?
A: The platelet agitator and incubator is used in blood banks, hospital transfusion services, blood donation centers, clinical laboratories and healthcare facilities to store platelet concentrates at a controlled temperature of 20-24 degrees Celsius with continuous gentle agitation to maintain platelet viability, function and quality during storage. It supports platelet concentrate storage for transfusion, blood bank inventory management, hospital transfusion service platelet storage, blood center platelet processing and storage, and clinical research involving platelets. The continuous agitation prevents platelet aggregation and maintains oxygenation, while the controlled temperature preserves platelet function and extends shelf life (typically 5-7 days depending on collection system and regulations). It is essential for blood banks, hospitals, transfusion centers and clinical laboratories requiring proper platelet storage for transfusion medicine, blood component therapy, patient care, blood inventory management and regulatory compliance, where proper temperature and agitation are critical for maintaining platelet viability, function, recovery and survival after transfusion, and where compliance with blood banking standards, temperature monitoring and quality control is required for safe, effective platelet transfusion therapy in healthcare and blood banking environments.
Q2: What standards does the equipment comply with?
A: The platelet agitator and incubator complies with applicable medical device regulations, AABB (American Association of Blood Banks) standards, relevant blood banking standards, ISO standards for blood storage, and applicable GB/T standards for blood bank equipment. Temperature monitoring and alarm systems should be validated per regulatory requirements. The equipment follows applicable IEC 60601 medical electrical safety standards. Temperature calibration should be performed with certified reference thermometers.
Q3: What is the warranty period for the whole machine and key components?
A: The whole platelet agitator and incubator is covered by a 12-month warranty. The refrigeration/heating system, agitator mechanism, controller, alarms and chamber are covered, while shelves, gaskets, temperature probes and fuses are consumables or accessories. Damage from improper use, power fluctuations or unauthorized repair is excluded. Extended warranty and service contracts are available for this critical blood banking equipment.
Q4: Is this device difficult to operate? Is professional training required?
A: Operation requires trained blood bank or transfusion service personnel familiar with platelet storage, blood component handling and quality management. We provide operation manuals, training and application support. Proper platelet loading, temperature monitoring, alarm response, inventory management and quality control procedures are important for safe platelet storage and transfusion.
Q5: What is the typical lead-time for order delivery?
A: Standard models require 7-30 working days. In-stock units can ship within 3-7 working days. Custom configurations or large built-to-order systems may require additional time, and we confirm the exact schedule before order confirmation.
Q6: Is regular calibration required? What is the recommended calibration cycle?
A: Temperature calibration against a certified reference thermometer recommended every 6-12 months per blood banking requirements. Continuous temperature monitoring with data logging per regulatory requirements. Alarm system testing periodically. Agitator mechanism inspection and maintenance per schedule. Gasket and seal inspection regularly. Temperature logs maintained and reviewed per quality system requirements. Full performance verification annually.
Q7: Are supporting consumables universal?
A: Shelves, gaskets, temperature monitors and data loggers are available from specialized suppliers, though compatibility should be verified. Long-term consumable cost is low, with electricity being the main ongoing expense.
Q8: Can I customize parameters or supporting accessories?
A: Customization includes capacity (number of platelet units), temperature range, alarm features, data logging, agitator type, interior configuration and material grade. Additional shelves, racks and accessories can be ordered separately. Custom orders extend delivery lead-time.
Q9: Does the purchase include on-site installation and commissioning service?
A: Standard delivery includes the platelet agitator and incubator with an operation manual. On-site installation, temperature mapping, qualification and training are recommended for blood bank use and can be arranged at additional cost. Remote guidance is provided.
Q10: What types of products are compatible with this equipment?
A: The platelet agitator and incubator stores platelet concentrates (apheresis platelets, whole blood-derived platelets) within the 20-24 degrees Celsius range and capacity, with continuous gentle agitation. Other blood components (red cells require 1-6C, plasma requires frozen storage) should NOT be stored in this unit. Platelets should be properly labeled, dated and stored in approved containers. Users should maintain temperature at 20-24C with continuous agitation, monitor temperatures continuously with calibrated devices, respond promptly to alarms, follow proper inventory rotation (first-in-first-out or first-expiry-first-out), ensure backup power or contingency plans for power outages, maintain appropriate documentation and quality control records per blood banking regulations, and never store other blood components or non-blood items in the platelet incubator. The equipment should be dedicated to platelet storage and operated per AABB, local blood banking regulations and institutional standard operating procedures.
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