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A VDRL rotator, also known as a Venereal Disease Research Laboratory rotator or VDRL shaker, is a laboratory instrument used in the diagnosis of syphilis and other related diseases. It is specifically designed for the VDRL test, which is a screening test used to detect antibodies against the bacteria Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis. VDRL test is based on the principle of flocculation, where the antibodies in a patient’s serum react with an antigen suspension, forming visible clumps or floccules. These clumps indicate the presence of antibodies to Treponema pallidum and suggest a positive result.
A VDRL rotator is used to facilitate the flocculation process by providing controlled, gentle rotation of the test tubes or microplates containing the antigen-antibody mixture. The instrument consists of a rotating platform or holder where the test tubes or microplates are securely placed. The rotator creates a circular motion, causing the contents of the tubes or wells to move in a rotating pattern. The rotation of the VDRL rotator ensures thorough mixing of the antigen and serum, allowing optimal interaction between the antibodies and the antigen. This enhances the formation of visible floccules, improving the sensitivity and accuracy of the test.
VDRL rotators typically offer adjustable speed control to allow users to optimize the mixing conditions for the specific test requirements. They are designed to rotate at a gentle speed to prevent excessive shearing or damage to the floccules formed during the test.
The VDRL test is widely used as a screening tool for syphilis in clinical laboratories, blood banks, and public health settings. The VDRL rotator plays a crucial role in ensuring consistent and reliable results by facilitating proper mixing and flocculation during the test.
It’s important to note that VDRL rotators are specific to the VDRL test and may not be suitable for other types of laboratory applications. Other rotators or shakers with different designs and specifications are used for various mixing and agitation purposes in the laboratory.
Features
Specifications
| Model No | SI - VR/ YSVS 2 | SI - VR/ YSVS 2s | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform size | 350 x 350 mm | 350 x 350 mm | ||
| Speed Range | 50 to 220 RPM | 50 to 360 RPM | ||
| Can Accommodate | VDRL Plates, Small Flasks, Bottles & Beakers | |||
| RPM Accuracy | +/- 5 RPM | +/- 5 RPM | ||
| Optional Accessories : - | ||||
| - Automatic Timer - Digital RPM Meter with proximity sensor - Spare platform with rubber discs - Automatic restart at preset speed in case of power failure | ||||
A VDRL rotator, also known as a Venereal Disease Research Laboratory rotator or VDRL shaker, is a laboratory instrument used in the diagnosis of syphilis and other related diseases. It is specifically designed for the VDRL test, which is a screening test used to detect antibodies against the bacteria Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis. VDRL test is based on the principle of flocculation, where the antibodies in a patient’s serum react with an antigen suspension, forming visible clumps or floccules. These clumps indicate the presence of antibodies to Treponema pallidum and suggest a positive result.
A VDRL rotator is used to facilitate the flocculation process by providing controlled, gentle rotation of the test tubes or microplates containing the antigen-antibody mixture. The instrument consists of a rotating platform or holder where the test tubes or microplates are securely placed. The rotator creates a circular motion, causing the contents of the tubes or wells to move in a rotating pattern. The rotation of the VDRL rotator ensures thorough mixing of the antigen and serum, allowing optimal interaction between the antibodies and the antigen. This enhances the formation of visible floccules, improving the sensitivity and accuracy of the test.
VDRL rotators typically offer adjustable speed control to allow users to optimize the mixing conditions for the specific test requirements. They are designed to rotate at a gentle speed to prevent excessive shearing or damage to the floccules formed during the test.
The VDRL test is widely used as a screening tool for syphilis in clinical laboratories, blood banks, and public health settings. The VDRL rotator plays a crucial role in ensuring consistent and reliable results by facilitating proper mixing and flocculation during the test.
It’s important to note that VDRL rotators are specific to the VDRL test and may not be suitable for other types of laboratory applications. Other rotators or shakers with different designs and specifications are used for various mixing and agitation purposes in the laboratory.
Features:
Specifications
| Model No | SI - VR/ YSVS 2 | SI - VR/ YSVS 2s | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform size | 350 x 350 mm | 350 x 350 mm | ||
| Speed Range | 50 to 220 RPM | 50 to 360 RPM | ||
| Can Accommodate | VDRL Plates, Small Flasks, Bottles & Beakers | |||
| RPM Accuracy | +/- 5 RPM | +/- 5 RPM | ||
| Optional Accessories : - | ||||
| - Automatic Timer - Digital RPM Meter with proximity sensor - Spare platform with rubber discs - Automatic restart at preset speed in case of power failure | ||||
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A VDRL rotator, also known as a Venereal Disease Research Laboratory rotator or VDRL shaker, is a laboratory instrument used in the diagnosis of syphilis and other related diseases. It is specifically designed for the VDRL test, which is a screening test used to detect antibodies against the bacteria Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis. VDRL test is based on the principle of flocculation, where the antibodies in a patient's serum react with an antigen suspension, forming visible clumps or floccules. These clumps indicate the presence of antibodies to Treponema pallidum and suggest a positive result.
A VDRL rotator is used to facilitate the flocculation process by providing controlled, gentle rotation of the test tubes or microplates containing the antigen-antibody mixture. The instrument consists of a rotating platform or holder where the test tubes or microplates are securely placed. The rotator creates a circular motion, causing the contents of the tubes or wells to move in a rotating pattern. The rotation of the VDRL rotator ensures thorough mixing of the antigen and serum, allowing optimal interaction between the antibodies and the antigen. This enhances the formation of visible floccules, improving the sensitivity and accuracy of the test.
VDRL rotators typically offer adjustable speed control to allow users to optimize the mixing conditions for the specific test requirements. They are designed to rotate at a gentle speed to prevent excessive shearing or damage to the floccules formed during the test.
The VDRL test is widely used as a screening tool for syphilis in clinical laboratories, blood banks, and public health settings. The VDRL rotator plays a crucial role in ensuring consistent and reliable results by facilitating proper mixing and flocculation during the test.
It's important to note that VDRL rotators are specific to the VDRL test and may not be suitable for other types of laboratory applications. Other rotators or shakers with different designs and specifications are used for various mixing and agitation purposes in the laboratory.
| Model No | SI - VR/ YSVS 2 | SI - VR/ YSVS 2s | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platform size | 350 x 350 mm | 350 x 350 mm | ||
| Speed Range | 50 to 220 RPM | 50 to 360 RPM | ||
| Can Accommodate | VDRL Plates, Small Flasks, Bottles & Beakers | |||
| RPM Accuracy | +/- 5 RPM | +/- 5 RPM | ||
| Optional Accessories : - | ||||
| - Automatic Timer - Digital RPM Meter with proximity sensor - Spare platform with rubber discs - Automatic restart at preset speed in case of power failure | ||||