…it’s in the bag

The pH SAFE READER (also known as the pH1000) is an easy-to-use system for rapid, non-invasive and accurate pH measurement of stored human platelets. Because the optical sensing technology allows noninvasive monitoring of the health of platelets, it allows for multiple readings over days of storage while maintaining the sterility within the bag. 

BCSI’s pH SAFE System is a non-invasive monitoring product comprised of a sterile platelet storage bag with an optical pH SAFE SENSOR. The sensor interprets biochemical changes occurring in the platelet solution and the pH SAFE READER. CE Mark approval granted in 2007.

pH SAFE SENSOR-  the pH sensor is a small plastic piece integrated into the platelet storage bag. It is non-toxic and does not affect platelet viability or sterility. The pH sensor contains a small paper membrane that has a fluorescent pH indicator dye attached.

BCSI pH1000 Specifications

• Dimensions: LxWxH: 35 cm x 39.5 cm x 11 cm (13.8 in x 15.5 in x 4.3 in)
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• Weight: 2.35 kg (5.2 lbs)
• RS-232 DB-9 (male), for serial communication
• Ethernet
• 2 Line by 20 character Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

BCSI pH1000 Platelet Storage Bag Specifications

• 1300 mL total for a nominal 200 mL platelet concentrate
• Two twist-off sample ports
• Sealed, sterile, pyrogen-free & excellent biocompatibility
• PVC/citrate flexible film with high transparency
• Fast and accurate pH readings from pH 6.2 to 7.8 (reported at 37 C)

All technical specifications, feature descriptions, performance data, and any/all other product related statements are subject to change by Blood Cell Storage, Inc. (BCSI) without notice.

All technical specifications, feature descriptions, performance data, and any/all other product related statements are subject to change by Blood Cell Storage, Inc. (BCSI) without notice.

The Mini Bag is an effective and compact research solution to platelet storage bags.  The compact size stores platelets similarly to a full bag, but allows for more efficient replicate sampling capabilities. For example, a donated Apheresis platelet unit distributed into Mini Bags provides for 25 different platelet storage conditions to be tested or confirmed.