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i-STAT Alinity v Handheld Analyzer

The Five-in-One Testing Platform
The i-STAT Alinity v is an advanced, easy-to-use, portable analyzer that delivers real-time, lab-quality results from 2-3 drops of whole blood in 2-3 minutes for blood gases, acid-base, electrolytes, chemistries and hematology. Making it the ideal solution for critical care situations, emergency hospitals, exotic animals, and research needs at the point-of-care.
Simple Operation
Fill cartridge to fill line
Insert cartridge
Read results on screen
in 2-3 minutes
Accurate Results
Built on the proven technology of the i-STAT, the i-STAT Alinity v analyzer delivers accurate results for blood gases, electrolytes, chemistries and hematology. It provides important information needed to monitor and evaluate chronic disease and pre-anesthetic patients and provide diagnostic specialty testing information for ill patients.
PROVEN TECHNOLOGY FOR 10 YEARS
Test Portfolio
| All Inclusive | Blood Gas | Electrolytes/ Basic |
Single Tests |
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![]() CG4+ |
![]() E3+ |
![]() G |
![]() EC8+ |
![]() CG8+ |
![]() 6+ |
![]() Crea |
A wide range of disposable cartridges, providing you with all the information you need to make a quick and confident patient assessment at the point-of-care.
Learn more about the Test Portfolio
Further Diagnostic Products
| Chemistry + Hematology | Urinalysis | Specialty |
|---|---|---|
| ›VETSCAN VS2 Chemistry Analyzer | ›VETSCAN UA Urine Analyzer | › VETSCAN VSpro Specialty Analyzer |
| ›VETSCAN HM5 Hematology Analyzer | ›VETSCAN SA Sediment Analyzer | ›VETSCAN Rapid Tests + VUE |
| › i-STAT Alinity v Handheld Analyzer | ›VETSCAN HDmicroscope | |
| › VETSCAN FUSE | ||
| › AlphaTRAK Glucose Meter |
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Results to go
A wide range of disposable cartridges, providing you with all the information you need to make a quick and confident patient assessment at the point of care.
All Inclusive Cartridges

CHEM8+
Provides the following 11 parameters:
Hct
Hgb
BUN
CRE
iCa++
GLU
Cl-
Na+
K+
tCO2
AG

EC8+
Provides the following 13 parameters:
Hct
Hgb
BUN
GLU
Cl-
Na+
K+
pH
pCO2
HCO3
tCO2
AG
BE
Blood Gas Cartridges

CG4+
Provides the following 8 parameters:
pH
pCO2
HCO3
tCO2
BE
pO2
sO2
LAC

CG8+
Provides the following 13 parameters:
Hct
Hgb
iCa++
GLU
Na+
K+
pH
pCO2
HCO3
tCO2
BE
pO2
sO2
Electrolytes/Basic Cartridges

E3+
Provides the following 5 parameters:
Hct
Hgb
Cl-
Na+
K+

6+
Provides the following 7 parameters:
Hct
Hgb
BUN
GLU
Cl-
Na+
K+
Single Tests Cartridges

G
Provides the following 1 parameter:
GLU

Crea
Provides the following 1 parameter:
CRE
Acid-base, blood gas, electrolyte, chemistry, and hematology testing with one platform: Saves counter space and money while improving your in-house testing capability.
Analytes Overview
| Hematology | Hematocrit | Hct |
| Hemoglobin* | Hgb |
| Chemistry | Blood Urea Nitrogen | BUN |
| Creatinine | CRE | |
| Ionized Calcium | iCa++ | |
| Glucose | GLU |
| Electrolytes | Chloride | Cl- |
| Sodium | Na+ | |
| Potassium | K+ |
| Acid Base | Potential of Hydrogen | pH |
| Partial Pressure of Carbon Dioxide | pCO2 | |
| Bicarbonate* | HCO3 | |
| Total Carbon Dioxide* | tCO2 | |
| Anion Gap* | AG | |
| Base Excess* | BE |
| Blood Gas | Partial Pressure of Oxygen | pO2 |
| Oxygen Saturation* | sO2 |
| Specialty | Lactate | LAC |
*Calculated Value
Learn more about the i-STAT Alinity v Specifications.
Further Diagnostic Products
| Chemistry + Hematology | Urinalysis | Specialty |
|---|---|---|
| ›VETSCAN VS2 Chemistry Analyzer | ›VETSCAN UA Urine Analyzer | › VETSCAN VSpro Specialty Analyzer |
| ›VETSCAN HM5 Hematology Analyzer | ›VETSCAN SA Sediment Analyzer | ›VETSCAN Rapid Tests + VUE |
| › i-STAT Alinity v Handheld Analyzer | ›VETSCAN HDmicroscope | |
| › VETSCAN FUSE | ||
| › AlphaTRAK Glucose Meter |
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Size
Height 25.6 cm / 10.1 in
Width 14.3 cm / 5.6 in
Depth 8.1 cm / 3.2 in
Weight 660 g / 1.5 lbs (without battery)
Weight 840 g / 1.9 lbs (with battery)
Key Facts at a Glance
- Easy-to-use
- Portable, lightweight ( 1.9 lbs)
- Small sample size — 95 μL or less
- Speed: results in approximately 2-3 minutes
- Low maintenance
- Calibration not required
- Large high-resolution, color touch screen
- Accurate and reliable
Details
| Operating Temperature | 16 - 30 °C (61 - 86 °F) for VETSCAN i-STAT cartridge testing |
| Storage Temperature and Humidity | 10 to 60°C (14 to 140°C) 10 to 90% non-condensing, with maximum saturation temperature of 50°C (122°F) |
| Altitude | Up to 3,048 meters (10,000 feet) |
| Display | 5 in, 800 x 480 pixels with touchscreen, measured diagonally |
| Power source | Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery, 3.65 (nominal) VDC, 19.3 Wh |
Do you have any further questions? Please call VETSCAN Customer Service at +1-800-822-2947, prompt 3, followed by prompt 1
Further Diagnostic Products
| Chemistry + Hematology | Urinalysis | Specialty |
|---|---|---|
| ›VETSCAN VS2 Chemistry Analyzer | ›VETSCAN UA Urine Analyzer | › VETSCAN VSpro Specialty Analyzer |
| ›VETSCAN HM5 Hematology Analyzer | ›VETSCAN SA Sediment Analyzer | ›VETSCAN Rapid Tests + VUE |
| › i-STAT Alinity v Handheld Analyzer | ›VETSCAN HDmicroscope | |
| › VETSCAN FUSE | ||
| › AlphaTRAK Glucose Meter |
MM-05195

Customer Service
+1-800-822-2947, prompt 3, followed by prompt 1
Technical Support
+1-800-822-2947, prompt 3, followed by prompt 2
To schedule a demo:
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