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.
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Sphygmomanometer
Measures arterial blood pressure indirectly with a suitable validated method.
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Stethoscope
Transmits body sounds for cardiovascular, respiratory and other clinical examination.
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Electrocardiograph
Records differences in electrical potential generated by cardiac activity at the body surface.
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Pulse oximeter
Noninvasively estimates peripheral arterial oxygen saturation and pulse rate.
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Spirometer
Measures exhaled or inhaled volume and flow to assess ventilatory function.
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Peak expiratory flow meter
Measures peak expiratory flow during a forceful expiratory effort.
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Tuning fork
Provides a vibration for bedside hearing or vibration-sense examination, using the frequency appropriate to the test.
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Reflex hammer
Elicits deep tendon reflexes as part of a neurological examination.
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Aesthesiometer
Assesses two-point discrimination during a sensory examination.
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Semmes–Weinstein monofilament
Tests pressure perception; a specified 10 g monofilament is commonly used in protective-sensation assessment.
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Visual-field perimeter
Maps the extent and sensitivity of the visual field.
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Snellen visual-acuity chart
Assesses distance visual acuity under standardised viewing conditions.
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Ishihara colour-vision plates
Screens principally for red–green colour-vision deficiency.
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Direct ophthalmoscope
Examines the ocular fundus, including the optic disc and retinal vessels.
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Audiometer
Measures hearing thresholds for defined test signals.
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Mosso ergograph
Demonstrates repeated muscular work and the development of fatigue in a teaching experiment.
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Handgrip dynamometer
Measures grip force for practical assessment and standardised functional testing.
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Kymograph
Produces a time-based mechanical record in classical physiology demonstrations.
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Induction coil
Provides induction-generated stimuli in classical experimental physiology apparatus.
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Isolated organ bath
Supports isolated-tissue demonstrations under controlled laboratory conditions.
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TENS electrical stimulator
Illustrates a clinical application of peripheral-nerve stimulation; TENS is used for temporary pain relief in appropriate settings.
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Stopwatch
Measures time intervals in physiology practicals.
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Clinical thermometer
Measures body temperature using a device and site appropriate to the examination.
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.