PerkinElmer VesselVue User manual

VesselVue®Microbubble Mixer
Quick Start Guide
For use with P-4007001 VesselVue P-formulation microbubble vials

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VesselVue®Microbubble Mixer. The VesselVue Mixer is
designed to agitate and activate the VesselVue P-formulation microbubbles for imaging
vasculature using contrast enhanced ultrasound modes, such as Acoustic Angiography
offered by the Vega® preclinical imaging system.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the mixer, use only with VesselVue vials.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The VesselVue Mixer is intended for use with P-4007001 VesselVue P-formulation
microbubble vials.
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
D5240001 VesselVue Mixer
VesselVue Mixer Quick Start Guide
PREPARATION FOR USE
1. Remove the mixer from the shipping carton and place on a level bench.
2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the protective metal plate from the underside of the
mixer. This plate secures the motor during shipping and must be removed prior to
operating the mixer.
3. Connect the AC plug to the mixer and plug into a properly rated voltage outlet.
Left: Metal plate secured
to underside of mixer must
be removed before use.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1. Flip the rocker switch on the back of the mixer to the ON position.
2. Verify the expiration date on the VesselVue vial packaging. If the expiration date has
passed, vial should be discarded.
3. To activate the microbubbles, insert an unopened vial (unpierced septum) into the
VesselVue Mixer vial holder. The vial should be placed so that the bottom of the vial
faces toward the left side of the mixer, as in the image below.
4. Verify the timer is preset for 60 seconds; adjust time to 60 if needed.
5. Press the Start button.
6. When the mixing cycle is complete, remove the vial from the mixer. The VesselVue
microbubbles will appear milky white and are now ready for use.
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Left: Place VesselVue
P-formulation vial in
vial holder as shown.