MEDIVEERSETHE PRACTICAL HUBSee the instrument.
Understand the principle.
From a counting chamber to a spirometer. Learn what each instrument does, identify its parts and practise explaining the science behind it.
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Compound microscope
Magnifies cells and tissues for practical identification and manual counting.
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Improved Neubauer haemocytometer
Manually estimates cell concentration in a known volume under a microscope.
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Sahli haemoglobinometer
Estimates haemoglobin by visual matching of acid haematin colour in a teaching laboratory.
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RBC diluting pipette
Prepares a measured cell suspension for traditional manual haemocytometry.
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WBC diluting pipette
Prepares a measured cell suspension for traditional manual haemocytometry.
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ESR sedimentation apparatus
Measures the distance red cells settle in a specified time in anticoagulated blood.
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Wintrobe tube
Used in traditional macrohaematocrit and Wintrobe ESR methods.
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Microhaematocrit centrifuge
Separates blood in capillary tubes for packed cell volume measurement.
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Blood lancet
Obtains a small capillary blood sample in supervised clinical or laboratory work.
Identify · Locate · Practise 4 viva questions · Zoomable referenceA core teaching collection for both courses. Instrument models and practical lists vary by college. Historical apparatus is included for recognition and principles; follow your department’s supervised practical programme.