Description
The HemoCue Hb 801 Microcuvettes are the dedicated sample carriers for the Hb 801 analyzer. Each microcuvette draws a 10 µL sample by capillary action and presents it to the analyzer optics. Room-temperature storage from 50 to 104°F removes the refrigeration step that slows other point-of-care programs.
- 200 tests per package – a full screening supply in one box
- Capillary-action fill – the microcuvette draws the 10 µL sample in on contact
- No refrigeration – microcuvettes store at 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C)
The Consumable the Hb 801 System Is Calibrated For
Microcuvette quality decides point-of-care accuracy, because the cuvette is both the sample container and part of the optical path. These cuvettes are manufactured for the Hb 801 optical system and its isosbestic-point measurement. Opened or unopened packages tolerate short periods from 0 to 122°F, which forgives the temperature swings of mobile testing. The 200-count package matches the reorder rhythm of clinics that run hemoglobin screening daily. Using the dedicated consumable keeps results traceable to the HiCN-calibrated system specification.
Features and Benefits
Design
- Matched optics – manufactured for the Hb 801 analyzer and its measurement principle
- Capillary fill – blood is drawn into the cavity by capillary action, no pipetting
- 10 µL sample – a fingerstick-scale volume for capillary or venous blood
Storage
- Room-temperature storage – 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C), opened or unopened
- Short-term tolerance – up to 6 weeks between 0 and 122°F for shorter periods
- 200 per package – one package covers 200 hemoglobin tests
Product Specifications
Product Details
- Compatibility: HemoCue Hb 801 Analyzer
- Sample volume: 10 µL
- Sample material: Capillary or venous whole blood
- Package quantity: 200 microcuvettes
Handling and Storage
- Storage temperature: 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C)
- Short-term storage: 6 weeks between 0 and 122°F (-18 to 50°C)
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Why Sites Stock the Dedicated Microcuvettes
A point-of-care system is only as accurate as the consumable it reads. These microcuvettes are the optical partner the Hb 801 was calibrated with, and their room-temperature storage keeps them ready wherever testing happens.
- Calibration integrity – the matched consumable preserves the system accuracy specification
- No cold chain – shelf storage at room temperature simplifies stocking and transport
- Fewer interruptions – 200 tests per package reduce mid-clinic stock-outs
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these compatible with other HemoCue analyzers?
No. They are made for the Hb 801 system. Hb 201 systems use the Hb 201 Microcuvettes instead.
Do they need refrigeration?
No. They store at 50 to 104°F (10 to 40°C), opened or unopened.
How many tests does one package cover?
Each package contains 200 microcuvettes, one per test.
What sample do they take?
Each microcuvette fills with 10 µL of capillary or venous whole blood by capillary action.
What package is sold here?
This listing is the 200-count package exactly as listed.
