PhysioSuite®

Modular, customizable warming, pulse oximetry and CO2 monitoring system

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The PhysioSuite® is essentially a box that you fill with the modules your research requires. Each module is a separate component that provides a specific function: warming, pulse oximetry and CO2 monitoring. Combine the modules you need now and add additional modules later as your preclinical research demands.

Every PhysioSuite ships with RightTemp®.

More info on the CapnoScan module can be found here

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What you get with PhysioSuite

Include up to 3 modules in one unit

Select the ones you need now, and add more modules later

Real-time recordings and data output capabilities

Compatible with third-party data acquisition software, such as LabChart, Spike2, etc.

Compact size

Significantly increases the amount of work space in the surgical area

Sensors last 50,000 hours

Customizable built-in screen

Keeps critical information easily visible

What your peers say

PhysioSuite resources

  1. 1.) The Heat is On A Technical Overview of Animal Warming : See Video
  2. 2.) RightTemp Sell Sheet : Download File
  3. 3.) SomnoSuite® and PhysioSuite® Publications : Download File
  4. 4.) PhysioSuite® Brochure : Download File
  5. 5.) PhysioSuite® Screenshots : Download File

PhysioSuite includes

(International extended warranty available. Contact your distributor for details)

Extend your PhysioSuite's capabilities with the following add-on modules

Every PhysioSuite ships with RightTemp, and is configurable with 2 add-on modules:

Included: PhysioSuite with RightTemp®

Temperature monitoring & homeothermic control module

The RightTemp Temperature Monitoring and Homeothermic Control system included with PhysioSuite allows you to accurately monitor and maintain rat and mouse body temperature. 

Simply set your desired core body temperature and the system will automatically control the warming pad so the animal’s core temperature never goes above or below your set temperature. 

Learn more about RightTemp today. 

MouseSTAT

MouseSTAT®

Pulse oximeter and rat & mouse heart rate monitor module

Originally designed for use on mice, the MouseSTAT® Pulse Oximeter and Heart Rate Monitor Module can be used effectively on any small animal with the available different sized sensors. 

Since the paws of small rodents are typically nude, no shaving or hair removal is required. 

MouseSTAT accurately measures pulse oximetry on anesthetized or awake immobile animals with heart rates up to 900bpm.

Learn more about MouseSTAT. 

CapnoScan

CapnoScan®

End-tidal CO2 monitor module

CapnoScan® provides real-time capnography and sidestream sampling. To obtain end-tidal CO2 measurements, CapnoScan requires the animal be intubated and ventilated.

Learn more about CapnoScan. 

 

Scientific Publications

Warranty information

PhysioSuite with RightTemp
US & Canada
Standard, no chargeExtended $500
Coverage period 1 year Additional 2 years
Controller
Loaner equipment
(for use under warranty repairs)
$450/week
$450/week
Loaner equipment — Shipping
(for use under warranty repairs)
Expedited repairs
PhysioSuite with RightTemp and MouseSTAT
US & Canada
Standard, no chargeExtended $1,000Premium $2,500
Coverage period 1 year Additional 2 years Additional 2 years
Controller
Loaner equipment
(for use under warranty repairs)
$450/week
$450/week
Unlimited
Loaner equipment — shipping
(for use under warranty repairs)
Up to 72 hours
Expedited repairs
Up to 72 hours
Note:
  • Damage or failures that result from abuse, negligence, or misuse are not covered under warranty.
  • Expedited repair time starts the business day after product is received and ends when shipped to customer.
  • Customer is responsible to inform Kent Scientific when making a warranty claim.
  • Extended warranties purchased after the original system sale are subject to approval. It may be necessary to have the controller returned for inspection before the purchase of the extended warranty.
  • Only standard 1 year warranty available for CapnoScan module.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, all MouseSTAT sensors are CT compatible.

Yes, there are multiple options to record and manage data. The system includes one analog output (for a single parameter), or you may export all parameters digitally via mini-USB.

Yes, you can use the 4 mm paw sensor or try using the Y-Clip sensor as a whole body sensor.

Scientists in search of equipment to meet their study needs should be aware that there are legitimate questions regarding even the possibility of taking these measurements in mobile animals. In reality, there is currently no system capable of 100% reliably measuring pulse ox in active, conscious animals.

The reasons for this are many. First, the sensor must be considered. Systems using neck or throat-fitted optical sensors rely on them being affixed to the animal at the prescribed region while tethered by a cable to the monitor’s controller. The stress of initially applying the sensor in either of these areas causes variations in heart rate and pulse oxygenation and make natural readings unobtainable. Once acclimated to wearing them, the animal must adapt to essentially being at the end of a leash, again, an unnatural condition resulting in skewed readings.

Arguably, placing a conscious animal in an individual animal holder, pacifying and acclimating it to the environment and applying an unobtrusive sensor to its paw is far less disruptive to their normal conditions, and more conducive to acquiring readings that can be relied on.

Remember, any method of restraining your animal will affect the data you’re able to collect. Minimizing the stress of the procedure, reducing the duration of the monitoring period and accelerating how quickly the animal is able to adapt all can have an impact in acquiring more reliable, reproducible readings.

The RoVent operates in either a constant pressure or a constant volume mode. When in the constant pressure mode it will report the tidal volume delivered. When in the constant volume mode it will report the airway pressure generated to deliver the volume and functions like a standard volume ventilator.

For animal safety the volume mode has both minimum and maximum pressure settings. Regardless of the volume delivered, a minimum airway pressure has to be attained so the animal will be ventilated at a minimal level. Also, regardless of the inspiratory volume, the airway pressure will not go over the maximum pressure setting, thereby protecting the animal from over ventilation. Minimum and maximum pressure are set by the user.

No, the PhysioSuite RoVent is not designed to ventilate animals using a nose cone. In order to use the PhysioSuite RoVent, the animal must be intubated or tracheotomized.

Yes, the PhysioSuite can be used alongside your stereotaxic frame.

They can be cleaned using a germicidal or antiseptic soap with warm water. It is recommended to use a disposable pad cover. This helps to maintain a sterile environment (if necessary) and also aids in the clean-up after the procedure. Because the pads use far infrared heat, there is no concern about the additional layer inhibiting the animal from being warmed properly.

The pads are comprised of a 3mm carbon wire, a layer of foam insulation, and PVC woven fabric. There is a small metal connector where the wire meets the pad.

Yes, the controller can be sterilized with hydrogen peroxide gas (or VHP). You may use the same sterilization protocol used for laptop computers and other electronics in your facility. Be sure to open any caps or ports to allow the gas to reach inner mechanisms and tubing, if applicable.