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TransAir2 Questions & Answers |
1. Is testing time when using the TransAir2 reduced? |
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Yes! Since TLC is measured during the DLCO test, there is no need to make a
separate measurement of FRC by helium dilution or nitrogen washout. Typical
complete testing time including pre and post bronchodilator is 25 minutes. |
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| 2. Is the TransAir with ComPAS Freedom™ software easy to learn? |
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Yes! Complete novices in pulmonary function can be testing patients after a
couple of hour's instruction. The software includes a magnificent Help library
which can be accessed at any time during testing and includes pictorial and
detailed instructions.
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| 3. Is the TransAir inexpensive to operate? |
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Yes! The TransAir2 only requires a single cylinder of DLCO gas for all tests. An
'H' cylinder of gas will allow for approximately 300 complete PFT studies. The
TransAir2 does not require pre-packaged proprietary chemical filter packs or
expensive chromatograph columns. No service contract is needed; a simple
replacement of two cells by the user is all that is necessary approximately
every 18 months. The TransAir2 will save you thousands of dollars in service and
maintenance cost demanded by other manufacturers! |
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| 4. Is the TransAir suitable for children or subjects with small capacities? |
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Yes! The pneumotachograph is highly sensitive and will easily measure very small
volumes and flow rates. The single breath diffusion design using high
discriminating analyzers is particularly well suited to sick patients or small
children. |
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| 5. Does the TransAir meet ATS and ERS recommendations? |
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Yes! Not only does this instrument meet and exceed all the new recommendations,
the testing screens have been specifically designed around the guidelines and
suggested protocols. |
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| 6. Is the TransAir easy to calibrate? |
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Yes! Calibration is guided by clear pictorial displays. The instrument is
supplied with a high quality 3-Liter syringe and all calibrations can be
included in either final or quality assurance reports. |
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| 7. Will the TransAir2 fit into a small office? |
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Yes! The TransAir2 has a very small footprint and is perfect for mobile
situations or offices with limited space. The articulated arm and valve assembly
can be directly mounted onto any desk surface. |
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| 8. Can the TransAir2 be expanded into Plethysmography? |
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Yes! The Body
Box 5500 will operate beautifully on the same computer sharing the
TransAir2. Final reports can present complete testing information from the two
instruments in an elegantly concise and informative manner. |
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| 9. Does the SpiroAir offer bronchial challenge capability? |
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Yes! The standard ComPAS Freedom™ software, supplied with the TransAir2,
provides the following test options: Pre and post Flow Volume Loops, Simple
Spirometry, MVV's, TLC by nitrogen recovery, DLCO, Bronchial Challenge and
manual entry of ABG's and MIP/MEP's. |
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| 10. Does the TransAir2 require a service contract? |
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Absolutely not! The TransAir2 is by far the least expensive PFT instrument to
maintain on the market. The product is designed to operate reliably for over 15
years and the miniscule maintenance required can be easily performed by the end
user. |
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