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Pall Pro-tec PF30S Filter for Pulmonary Function Testing

Pall Pro-tec PF30S Filter for Pulmonary Function Testing
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A Pall quality product

  • Manufactured under approved standards
  • Performance tested in independent laboratories 1,5,7,9
  • Clinically proven safety 2,3,4

High efficency low resistance filtration medium

  • The PF30S prevents the passage of aerosolised micro-droplets
  • Reducing the contamination level of pneumotachographs, valves and machinery 2,5
  • Protecting patients against cross-contamination 2,3,5
  • Clinical studies show that the PF30S has no clinically significant effect on the Pulmonary instrument of “Viasys” Spirometer manufactured by Viasys Healthcare GMBH, "Viasys” Pulmonary Function Lab manufactured by VIASYS Respiratory Care Inc.. “Viasys” Vmax Encore Series Pulmonary/Metabolic Systems manufactured by VIASYS Respiratory Care Inc. on the most static and dynamic pulmonary function test parameters, like VC, FVC, FEF1, FEF25-75%, FEF50%, PEFR, RV, FRC, TLC, TLCO, KCO, VA 2,8,10
  • Even on pediatric patients, no significant changes can be found 4

Clear transparent housing

  • Allows for easy monitoring of gross contamination with mucus and patient secretions
  • Clean and hygienic appearance for patient comfort and safety
  • Free of PVC and natural rubber latex
  • May be used as a mouth piece

Bi-Directional housing and media design

  • The PF30S can be used on test protocols that include in-and-expiratory breathing maneuvers 2
  • Resistance does not change during use 6

Small volume (40mL)

  • Prevents deviations in test results due to the patient's compensation of additional deadspace
  • Minimal influence on volume related measurements 2

Cost Efficient

  • The PF30S has been shown to reduce labor and material cost 3

Consistently high quality

  • Well controlled manufacturing process ensures dimensional consistency
    • Tight connector fitting prevents leakage during diffusion tests
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    • Smooth design reduces turbulent flow and gives very low resistance 2,3
  • 100% integrity tested

References

  1. Guimond VN et al. Canadian J Resp Ther 1990; 26(3):9
  2. Strauss R et al. Pneumologie 1993;47:626030
  3. Billing E. Br Med J 1991;303:
  4. Gruper W et al. Pneumologie 1992;46:573-5
  5. Färber WU. Expertise 1990
  6. Johns DP. Chest 1994;107:1045-8
  7. Kirk YL. Journal of Hospital Infection 1992;20:193-8
  8. Rust M. Atems-und Lungenkrankheiten 1989:211
  9. Miorini T. Expertise 1991 10. Miralda R. XVII dia de pneumológia 1999