Blood collection centers throughout the world are facing difficult times as they strive to ensure the safety of the blood supply in the face of chronic shortages and a constantly shrinking donor base. With nearly 70% of red cells being collected in mobile environments, portable automated technology that enhances process and logistics is essential for blood centers. Clearly, these centers look for ways to become more self-sufficient, to manage their donor pools, and to attract new donors. To help them accomplish these goals, Haemonetics offers a new collection system optimized for the demands of mobile collections.

The Cymbal Automated Blood Collection System provides a new level of portability and convenience for mobile collections including several new features to optimize red cell collections in the most challenging logistics.

Solutions That Meet Our Customers' Needs

• Smallest device footprint
• Lightweight and portable at only 29 pounds.
• Optional battery power where electrical outlets or service may be problematic
• Data management of all procedure data
• On-line leukoreduction during the collection process
• Low extra-corporeal volume for enhanced patient comfort

The Cymbal system represents the latest technology with a focus on ease-of-use and performance.

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