Ortho Diagnostics Systems - Ortho Biovue System Heat block-32 Heat Block

Applications & Use Cases

• Preparing samples for blood typing and cross-matching procedures.
• Incubating reagents and samples at controlled temperatures for diagnostic tests.
• Facilitating agglutination reactions in serological assays.
• Use in clinical laboratories for various immunoassay protocols.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

Units of this type commonly accommodate 32 reaction wells or tubes, often in a microplate or tube strip format.

Temperature range

Typically offers a controlled temperature range, often between ambient and 100°C, with precise set points for specific assays.

Temperature uniformity

For this class of equipment, temperature uniformity across the block is critical, typically within ±0.5°C.

Power supply

Commonly operates on standard laboratory power supplies, typically 230V, 50/60Hz for the UK market.

Footprint

These units are generally compact benchtop devices, designed to integrate into existing laboratory workflows without requiring significant space.

Control interface

Typically features a digital display and keypad for setting and monitoring temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is a heat block used for in clinical diagnostics?

  A heat block in clinical diagnostics is primarily used to maintain samples and reagents at a precise, stable temperature for specific periods, which is crucial for various enzymatic reactions, incubations, and agglutination tests.

• Is this unit suitable for molecular biology applications?

• What maintenance is typically required for a heat block?

• Can I use different tube sizes with this heat block?

• What are the benefits of using a dedicated heat block over a water bath?