Clinical Labrotory Equipment

24-hour urine collection container

Collects all urine over 24 hours to help evaluate kidney function and measure substances in the urine.

Acetest

A test used to detect ketones in urine, which can help monitor conditions such as diabetes or ketosis.

Agar plate

A shallow dish containing a gel-like nutrient medium used to grow and observe microorganisms such as bacteria.

Acrylic shield

A clear protective barrier used to protect people from splashes, spills, or flying particles while allowing visibility.

Analytical balance

A highly precise laboratory scale used to measure very small masses accurately.

Automatic slide staine

A laboratory machine that automatically applies stains to microscope slides for consistent and efficient sample preparation.

Bacteriological incubato

A laboratory device that maintains a controlled temperature to grow and culture bacteria and other microorganisms.

Beaker

A glass or plastic container used to hold, mix, heat, and measure liquids in a laboratory.

Transfer pipette

A small plastic tool used to transfer small amounts of liquid from one container to another.

Binocular bright-field microscope

A microscope with two eyepieces that uses visible light to magnify and view specimens on a bright background.

Blood collection tubes

Specialized tubes used to collect, store, and transport blood samples for laboratory testing.

Blood bank refrigerator

A specialized refrigerator used to store blood and blood products at controlled temperatures to maintain their safety and quality.

Candle jar

A sealed container used to create a low-oxygen, high-carbon dioxide environment for growing certain bacteria.

Capillary collection vial

A small tube used to collect and store tiny amounts of blood obtained from a capillary puncture, such as a finger stick.

Chromatographic immunoassay for hCG

A rapid test that detects human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in urine or blood to determine pregnancy.

Clean-catch urine collection kit:

A set of supplies used to collect a urine sample with minimal contamination for accurate laboratory testing.

Clinical centrifuge

A laboratory device that spins samples at high speed to separate components based on density, such as blood cells from plasma.

Coagulation instrument

A laboratory device used to measure how quickly blood clots and to evaluate blood-clotting function.

Culture swabs and transport tubes

Devices used to collect, preserve, and transport specimens for microbiological testing and culture.

Disposable needle holder with safety guard

A device used to securely hold a blood collection needle and help prevent accidental needle-stick injuries.

Electric incinerator

A laboratory device that uses high heat to sterilize or dispose of contaminated materials by burning them.

Emergency eyewash station

A safety device that provides a continuous flow of water to flush chemicals or debris from the eyes in an emergency.

Erlenmeyer flask

A cone-shaped laboratory flask with a narrow neck used for mixing, heating, and storing liquids.

Fume hood

A ventilated enclosure that removes hazardous fumes, vapors, and dust to protect laboratory workers.

Glucose meter

A device used to measure the amount of glucose (sugar) in a blood sample.

Graduated cylinder

A tall, marked container used to accurately measure the volume of liquids.

Hemacytometer

A specialized counting chamber used to count cells, such as blood cells, under a microscope.

Inoculating loop

small wire tool used to transfer microorganisms from one culture medium to another for testing or growth.

Manual differential cell counter

A laboratory device used to manually count and classify different types of blood cells under a microscope.

Microhematocrit centrifuge

A laboratory device that spins capillary tubes at high speed to determine the percentage of red blood cells in blood.

Microhematocrit tubes with sealant pad

Small capillary tubes with a sealing material used to collect blood samples for hematocrit testing and prevent leakage during centrifugation.

Micropipettes

Precision laboratory instruments used to accurately measure and transfer very small volumes of liquid, usually in microliters (µL).

N95 respirator

A protective face mask that filters at least 95% of airborne particles to help reduce exposure to harmful contaminants.

Needleless transfer device

A device used to safely transfer blood or other fluids between containers without using a needle, reducing the risk of needle-stick injuries.

Perianal paddle kit

A specimen collection device used to collect samples from around the anus to test for pinworm eggs.

pH indicator strips

Paper strips used to measure the acidity or alkalinity (pH) of a liquid by changing color.

Pipet aid

A device used to safely and accurately fill and dispense liquids with a pipet.

Plastic vacuum tubes

Specialized tubes that use a vacuum to automatically draw and collect blood samples during venipuncture.

Platelet aggregation profiler

A laboratory instrument used to evaluate how well platelets clump together to form blood clots.

Point-of-care coagulation analyzer

A portable device used to quickly measure blood-clotting function at or near the patient's location.

Rapid latex agglutination test for D-dimer

A laboratory test that uses latex particles to quickly detect D-dimer, a substance produced when blood clots break down.

Refractometer

A laboratory instrument used to measure the refractive index of a liquid, often to determine the concentration of dissolved substances.

SAF-T Wing blood collection set

A winged needle device used to collect blood from veins, especially small or difficult-to-access veins, with added safety features to help prevent needle-stick injuries.

Safety shower

An emergency device that provides a large flow of water to quickly rinse hazardous chemicals from a person's body and clothing.

Safety syringes

Syringes with built-in safety features designed to help prevent accidental needle-stick injuries after use.

Scanning electron microscope

A powerful microscope that uses electrons to produce highly detailed, three-dimensional images of a specimen's surface.

Serological centrifuge

A laboratory device that spins blood samples to separate serum from blood cells for testing and analysis.

Single-use lancet

A sterile, disposable device used to make a small skin puncture to obtain a blood sample, usually from a fingertip.

Slide staining rack

A laboratory holder used to support microscope slides during staining, rinsing, and drying procedures.

Sterile vacuum tube for urine

A sterile container that uses a vacuum system to collect and transport urine samples for laboratory testing while reducing contamination.

Stool specimen container

A sterile container used to collect, store, and transport stool samples for laboratory testing.

Tabletop autoclave

A compact laboratory device that uses high-pressure steam to sterilize equipment, instruments, and other materials.

Test tubes

Cylindrical laboratory containers used to hold, mix, heat, or store small amounts of liquids or substances.

Top-loading balance

A laboratory scale used to accurately measure the mass of substances, typically with less precision than an analytical balance.

Tourniquet

A band placed around an arm or leg to temporarily restrict blood flow, making veins easier to locate for blood collection.

Transmission electron microscope

A powerful microscope that uses a beam of electrons to create highly detailed images of the internal structures of cells and other microscopic specimens.

Urine particle analyzer

A laboratory instrument used to automatically identify and count cells, crystals, bacteria, and other particles in a urine sample.

Urine reagent strip

A test strip used to detect and measure substances in urine, such as glucose, protein, ketones, and blood.

Urine sterile collecting straw

A sterile device used to transfer a urine sample from a collection container into a specimen tube for laboratory testing.

Urine strip reader

A laboratory instrument that automatically reads and interprets urine reagent strips for accurate test results.

Urinometer

An instrument used to measure the specific gravity of urine, which helps assess urine concentration and kidney function.

Volumetric flask

laboratory flask designed to accurately prepare and contain a specific volume of liquid solution.