HOSA Clinical Laboratory Science Instrument Explanations
24-hr Urine Specimen Container: Used to collect and store urine for 24 hours to test various biomarkers.
Clinical Centrifuge: Separates components of blood or other biological samples by spinning at high speeds.
N95 Respirator: Provides respiratory protection by filtering airborne particles.
Single-Use Lancet: A sterile device used to obtain blood samples via a fingerstick.
Acetest: Used to test for the presence of ketones in urine or blood.
Coagulation Instrument: Measures the ability of blood to clot for diagnostic purposes.
Needleless Transfer Device: Allows the transfer of liquids or samples without the use of needles, reducing needle-stick injuries.
Slide Staining Rack: Holds microscope slides during the staining process to prepare biological specimens for analysis.
Agar Plate: Used for growing bacterial cultures in a controlled environment.
Culture Swabs & Transport Tubes: Collect and transport samples for microbiological culture and testing.
Perianal Paddle Kit: Collects samples from the perianal region for microbiological analysis.
Sterile Vacuum Tube for Urine: Collects urine specimens for laboratory analysis while preventing contamination.
Acrylic Shield: Provides protection from potential splashes or contamination during laboratory procedures.
Disposable Needle Holder with Safety Guard: Safely holds a needle for blood collection while reducing injury risk.
pH Indicator Strips: Measure the acidity or alkalinity of a solution by changing color.
Stool Specimen Container: Used to collect stool samples for diagnostic testing.
Analytical Balance: Measures small amounts of substances with high precision for laboratory experiments.
Electric Incinerator: Incinerates biological waste materials to reduce contamination risk.
pH Meter: Measures the pH level of a solution to determine its acidity or alkalinity.
Tabletop Autoclave: Sterilizes laboratory equipment and materials by using steam and pressure.
Automatic Slide Stainer: Automatically applies stains to microscope slides for consistent sample preparation.
Emergency Eye Wash Station: Provides immediate irrigation for eyes exposed to harmful substances.
Pipet Aids: Assist in the accurate and controlled transfer of liquids using a pipette.
Test Tubes: Hold and mix liquids or small samples for laboratory analysis.
Bacteriological Incubator: Provides a controlled environment for the growth of bacterial cultures.
Erlenmeyer Flask: Used for mixing, heating, or storing liquids and samples in laboratories.
Plastic Vacuum Tubes: Collect biological samples by creating a vacuum for easier blood collection.
Top-Loading Balance: Measures the mass of samples in a laboratory with a simple loading design.
Beakers: Used for holding, mixing, or heating liquids in laboratory settings.
Fume Hood: Provides ventilation to prevent exposure to hazardous fumes or vapors in the lab.
Platelet Aggregation Profiler: Measures platelet function in blood to assess clotting ability.
Tourniquet: Used to constrict blood flow to veins, making veins more prominent for blood collection.
Beral (Transfer) Pipette: Transfers small quantities of liquids in laboratory experiments.
Glucose Meter: Measures blood glucose levels for diabetic or health-related testing.
Point-of-Care Coagulation Analyzer: Measures clotting function of blood at the patient’s location.
Transmission Electronic Microscope: Uses electron beams to produce high-resolution images of small samples.
Binocular Bright-Field Microscope: Provides magnification for examining biological samples using visible light.
Graduated Cylinders: Used for measuring precise volumes of liquids in laboratories.
Rapid-Latex Agglutination Test for D-Dimer: Detects D-dimer levels to assess clot formation and breakdown.
Urine Particle Analyzer: Analyzes urine for particles such as cells, casts, and crystals.
Blood Collection Tubes: Collect blood samples for analysis while maintaining sample integrity.
Hemacytometer: A counting chamber used to count cells, such as red or white blood cells, in a sample.
Refractometer: Measures the refractive index of liquids to determine concentration or purity.
Urine Reagent Strip: Tests urine for various parameters like pH, glucose, or proteins.
Blood Bank Refrigerator: Stores blood and blood products at regulated temperatures for transfusion.
Inoculating Loop: Used to transfer and spread microbial samples onto culture media.
Saf-T Wing Blood Collection Set: A safe device used for blood collection from veins.
Urine Sterile Collecting Straw: Sterile tool used for collecting urine samples in medical settings.
Candle Jar: Creates a low-oxygen environment to grow anaerobic bacteria in a lab.
Manual Differential Cell Counter: A manual tool for counting and categorizing blood cells.
Safety Shower: Provides immediate decontamination by showering individuals with water in case of chemical spills.
Urine Strip Reader: Analyzes results from urine test strips to determine the presence of specific substances.
Capillary Collection Vials: Used to collect blood from capillary punctures for laboratory analysis.
Microhematocrit Centrifuge: Separates blood components for hematocrit testing.
Safety Syringes: Designed to prevent needle-stick injuries during injections.
Urinometer: Measures the specific gravity of urine to assess kidney function.
Chromatographic Immunoassay for Urine hCG: Detects hCG levels in urine for pregnancy testing.
Microhematocrit Tubes with Sealant Pad: Collect and separate blood for hematocrit testing, sealed for safety.
Scanning Electron Microscope: Produces detailed, high-resolution images of samples by scanning with electrons.
Volumetric Flask: Used for preparing precise volumes of solutions in laboratory experiments.
Clean-Catch Urine Collection Kit: Collects urine samples for testing while avoiding contamination.
Micropipettes: Accurately transfer small volumes of liquids for laboratory analysis.
Serological Centrifuge: Separates blood or serum samples for immunological testing.