The Q-Box HR1LP Human Respirometry Package allows users to conduct numerous safe, exciting investigations in respiratory and cardiovascular physiology. This package is designed for mixed-expired air analysis for CO2 and O2 exchange. It is simple to set up and operate. The Q-Box HR1LP is ideal for human respirometry research but simple enough for use in teaching undergraduate laboratory courses.
The Q-Box HR1LP Human respirometry Package monitors CO2 and O2 continuously in mixed expired air and calculates changes in VO2 and VCO2. Spirometry portion of the package provides measurements of breathing frequency, relative breathing pattern and heart rate data From the average breath flow minute ventilation rate (VE) is also calculated. During spirometry measurements vital capacity maneuvers can be performed to obtain Flow-Volume Loops and Volume-Time plots. Calculations of various lung volumes and capacities are done in the software.
- Versatile, modular, easy to use, gas exchange system for VCO2 and VO2 measurements
- Includes Spirometry module for lung capacity and volume measurements
- Easily adaptable to animal respiration measurements with additional accessories
- Human Respirometry Measurements
- VO2, VCO2 Measurements During Rest and Mild Exercise
- Heart Rate Measurements
- Tidal Lung Volume and Vital Lung Capacity Measurements
- Minute Ventilation and Breathing Capacity Measurements
- Small Animal Respirometry with additional chamber
- Q-P651 Gas Pump (3L/min no load)
- Q-G265 Flow Monitor (2L/min)
- Q-S102 O2 Analyzer (0-100%)
- Q-S153 CO2 Analyzer (0-10%) (Includes CO2 and H2O scrubbers)
- S182 Wireless Exercise Heart Rate Monitor
- S184 Pneumotach Spirometer
- A505 Face Masks (2 Large, 2 Medium)
- A506-neo Neoprene Holder for face masks
- A508 Non-rebreathing valve (with mask adapter, spirometer and breath mixing bag adapters, 2 valve leaflets and valve insertion tool, two extra valve leaflets are included)
- G129 Breath Mixing Volume Bags (2x15L)
- C610 LabQuest minis (2) data interface system
- C901 Logger Pro Software
- C404 Customized Setup Software
- Rugged, weather-proof case
- Q-Box Accessory Kit
- Manual
Example of experiments with Q-Box HR1LP Human Respirometry Package:
- Effects of isotonic exercise on VE, VO2, VCO2 and respiratory exchange ratio
- Effects of hyperventilation and breath holding on respiration and heart rate
- Effects of re-breathing and increased dead space on respiration and heart rate
- Effects of diet, caffeine, etc. on metabolism
- Differences in lung volume and capacity between individuals
- Simulations of obstructive lung disease and its effect on Flow-Volume plots
Q-Box HR1LP Software
Testimonial
“When purchasing a new gas exchange system for research purposes, I took a chance with Qubit systems; they claimed to produce a competitive system at almost half the price of those of more established companies. I am happy to say that I am entirely happy with my decision. I now have a reliable and versatile system that is just as accurate as the more expensive competition and, because it is modular, can be expanded as my needs evolve. Most importantly, I received outstanding service during all phases of purchase: conception, ordering, installation and continuing help.”
Dr. Bill Shipley, Département de Biologie, Université de Sherbrooke