Harvard Apparatus has introduced the Mouseox non-invasive monitor for mice, which provides real-time, continuous measurements.
Measurement parameters include: arterial O2 saturation; pulse strength; breath rate; blood flow; and effort to breathe.
The measurements are done through a non-invasive sensor designed to provide accurate measurements for heart rates up to 900bpm.
Harvard Apparatus said the Mouseox is ideal for monitoring subjects to prevent hypoxia during surgery, and titrate mechanical ventilation.
In addition, the Mouseox monitors the depth of anaesthesia, titrates supplemental oxygen, sets alarms and monitors every breath in real time.
The complete system involves animal restrainer, sensor, Starrlink box, and software for data acquisition.
The software utilises Windaq Waveform browser.
Built-in statistics and filtering capabilities expand the system's flexibility.
The waveform and real-time data point for each parameter measured is shown on the software.
