The best method to know proestrous stage
Powerful tool for the improvement of reproduction efficiency
Simple operation
Battery-operated
MK-10C Rat Vaginal Impedance Checker has been designed to obtain a precise information on optimum day for mating during estrous cycle in the rats.
The electrical impedance of the epithelial cell layer of vaginal mucosa is measured at the frequency of 1 kHz by insertion of the probe into vagina. In the proestrous stage significantly high impedance is produced compared to that in the other stages of the estrous cycle. 3 kohm of impedance can be considered a standard indicating proestrous stage. Measuring range is 0 - 19.9kohm.
The conventional method known as vaginal smear method takes troublesome procedures such as taking smear, drying, dying and check-up using microscope. It really takes skill as well as time and labor.
Rat Vaginal Impedance Checker is a time & labor saving device on top of high reliability. Further, operation is so simple that even inexperienced personnel can easily use it.
NOTE: This product has been developed in cooperation with Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
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∆: Changes of EIV during estrus cycle in the rats. EIV shows high value at proestrus stage and periodical alteration concurrently with estrus cycle M. Koto (1987), Exp. Anim., 36(2), 195-198 |
| The Standard System Includes: | |
| MK-10C Main Unit | 1 |
| RP-45A Rat Probe | 1 |
| CA-100A Cable | 1 |
| Rechargeable Battery (Ni-MH) | 4 |
| REFERENCES: |
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| Bartos, L.(1975). Physiol. Bohemoslov., 24,427. | |
| Bartos, L.(1977). Lab. Anim., 11,53-55 | |
| Bartos, L.(1977). Lab. Anim., 11,57-58 | |
| M..Koto(1987). Exp. Anim., 36(2),151-156. | |
| M..Koto(1987). Exp. Anim., 36(2),195-198 | |
| Teradach,C.(1982). Sci. Tech. Anim. Lab.,7,49-84 |
The continuous use of the MK-10C Rat Vaginal Impedance Checker does not affect pregnancy rate or other reproduction achievements.
| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Measurement Range | 0 - 19.9 kohm |
| Accuracy | (+)(-) 1 % (+)(-) 1 digit |
| Display | LCD |
| Battery | 4 Rechargeable Battery (Ni-MH) |
| Battery Life | 30 hours (When used continuously) |
| Dimensions | 90W x 135D x 35mmH |
| Weight | Approx. 200 g (Battery excluded) |
| PROBE | |
| RP-45A Rat Probe | 55mmL x 45mmO.D. |
| MP-35 Mouse Probe | 50mmL x 35mmO.D. |
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The MK-10C has been developed exclusively for rats. Mouse probe is available upon request, however, we will not assure whether a satisfactory test result can be obtained.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
