Background

The Micro Medical Micro/MicroPlus Spirometer device was made for medical situations in which a person may experience issues related to their lungs. One of the first Micro Medical Spirometers was created in 1987 and from there, the handheld spirometers continuously improved. Similar to the first one, both of these products have been discontinued and replaced with a much better Micro Spirometer device.

These devices have been selected worldwide for numerous heart-lung transplants and some have even been used for numerous trials and everyday use for physicians.

The Micro Spirometer was given a reward in 1989 due to its strict accuracy and results. Not only that but around 20,000 of them were being used daily by customers worldwide.

The reason these devices were sought after so much was due to their ease of use for customers. It was extremely small and lightweight which allowed customers to carry it with them everywhere if needed. Another thing to note was the devices' low cost for the public which in turn helped save numerous lives.

Sources: Mico Medical Spirometer and PFT History: Rise of the Electronic Spirometer

Identification

Many of the Micro Medical Micro/MicroPlus devices have similar attributes. Both of these models contain a small screen showing the measurements of the device. They also have a blower the patient can blow into to measure out the air in their lungs. They usually come in white color and can fit in the palm of a hand.

The dimensions for these devices are 170 x 60 x 26mm. On the front of the device, it will display whether it is MicroPlus or just Micro.

Technical Specifications

  • Measurements:
    • Micro Spirometer - FEV1 and FVC
    • MicroPlus - FEV1, FVC, PEF and FER (FEV1%) or FEV1, PEF, MMEF, FEV6 and FEV1/FEV6%
  • Volume Range: 0.1 to 9.99 Litres
  • Flow Range: 0.2 to 15.00 Litres/Second
  • Accuracy: ±3%
  • Dimensions: 170 x 60 x 26mm
  • Weight Nett: 190gm (unit)
  • Weight Packed: 625gm
  • Power Supply: Single 9-volt PP3
  • Interface: RS232 (MicroPlus only)

Source: Micro & MicroPlus

Additional Information

Micro and MicroPlus: Click the following link to learn more about these devices and their importance.

Spirometer: This Wikipedia page explains what Spirometers do and how they help others medically.

Operating Procedure: The following helps show Respiratory Care Practitioners how to operate a MicroPlus Spirometer.

Medical Equipment Repairers: The following source shows who fixes medical equipment and how much they make.