Centrifuge :
- The Centrifuge is used to rapidly sedimentation of particles, such as cells, which may be suspended in a fluid.
- The principle is that the centrifuge exerts a centrifugal force (CF) which is greater than that of gravity and causes paticles in a fluid to sediment.
- The greater the centrifugal force, the faster and more effective is the sedimentation.
Type of Modules of Centrifuge :
- Hand centrifuge
- Electric centrifuge
- Micro hematocrit centrifuge
- Ultra centrifuge
1. Hand Centrifuge :
- This is fixed to the bench and the handle is rotable manually.
- It gives upto 1000-2000 RPM.
2. Electric Centrifuge :
- This is the most popular model used in the medical laboratory and they are available in different sizes and models with varying speed ranges.
3. Micro Hematocrit Centrifuge :
- This is used to spin (revolving round)