iCheck™ Vitamin E is a state-of-the–art and the first of its kind portable fluorometer. It determines vitamin E as alpha tocopherol concentration in cattle whole blood and serum. iCheck™ Vitamin E measures the fluorescence in the test vial and calculates the vitamin E content in mg/L.
Analyte: Alpha tocopherol
Sample: Cattle serum and whole blood
Sample preparation: Not necessary
Sample volume per analysis: 0.5 mL (500 μL)
Analytical method: Autofluorescence of alpha tocopherol
Units displayed: mg/L
Linear range: 1.0 – 25.0 mg/L
Calibration: Factory set (standards included for control)
Time per analysis: <10 min
Enviroment: 18–30°C, no direct sunlight
Method comparison: High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
User training: 1 day training
Use: Laboratory and field
Data output: Sample #, Batch #, Result, Date, Time (in transferred data)
Connectivity and data: Results are stored in the device and transferred to a PC via USB
Power source: NiMH rechargeable batteries included; AA 1.2 or 1.5V
Warranty: 2 years
Device weight: 0.45 kg
Device dimensions: 11 x 4 x 20 cm (W x H x L)
Content: 100 reagent vials; 100 syringes – 1.0 mL; 100 needles
Chemical composition: n-Hexan and alcohols
Volume per reagent vial: 2.0 mL
Shelf life: 12 months at 20-30°C, no direct sunlight, upright
Dimension of test kit: 26 x 14.5 x 16.5 cm
Disposal instructions: Hazardous waste
Optional equipment: Manual centrifuge, 50 mL falcons, weighing dishes, reference samples