In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes

In vivo ultrafiltration sampling probes use loops of membrane connected to a single collection tube. They are defined by the number of loops of membrane and the length of membrane in each loop. For example, the model UF-3-12 probe has 3 loops of membrane and each loop contains 12 cm of membrane. Use a probe like this if you want to get maximum flow and study extracellular analytes in a uniform tissue such as subcutaneous tissue. Since the membrane is formed into a loop, the loop length is half the membrane length. So in a UF-3-12 probe, the length of the loop is 6 cm. Other probe models are named in the same manner: UF-1-2 has one loop containing 2 cm of membrane, UF-3-8 has three loops each containing 8 cm of membrane, etc.

In Vivo Ultrafiltration Accessories

Several BASi® accessories can be used for in vivo ultrafiltration sampling. These include surgical supplies, animal caging systems, FEP tubing and tubing connectors, and the Vacuum Needle Holder. The Vacuum Needle Holder is a key convenience and safety item that we strongly recommend.

 

Ordering Information

In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes
Tubing: FEP, 127cm length, 650um OD
Membrane: PAN. 30KDa MWCO, 320µm OD
Can be used for soft tissues that are well perfused such as subcutaneous, muscle, and IP cavity. 
Works for small or large animals, but Reinforced UltraFiltration (RUF) probe is best for large animals.
MF-7023 UF-3-12 In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes, 3/box
Volume: 29µL 
MF-7025 UF-3-8 In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes, 3/box
Volume: 24µL 
MF-7026 UF-3-2 In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes, 3/box
Volume: 17.5µL

MD-1322

Ultrafiltration Vacuum Vial Needle Holder

Reinforced In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probe
Tubing: Inert biocompatible plastic, 43.7cm length, 1mm OD
Membrane: PAN. 30KDa MWCO, 320µm OD
Can be used for soft tissues that are well perfused such as subcutaneous, muscle, and IP cavity. 
RUF probe is best for large animals due to reinforced connection and more robust tubing. 
MF-7028 RUF-3-12 Reinforced In Vivo Ultrafiltration Sampling Probes, 3/pkg.
Volume: 70µL