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Microlife PF 100 Peak Flow Meter for Spirometry with FEV1 | 
| Brand: Microlife
Category: Health and Beauty
List Price: $75.00
Buy New: $46.50
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Seller: ClinicalGuard
Rating:  31 reviews
Sales Rank: 1681
Color: White/Blue
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries: 2
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.9
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 5.4 x 4
MPN: PF100
Model: PF 100
UPC: 642632732005
EAN: 0642632732005
ASIN: B000BH8TUA
Release Date: September 16, 2005
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Measures peak flow and FEV1 to indicate early warning signs for impending asthmatic incidents or conditions | | • | Automatically stores 240 readings | | • | Automatic traffic light indicator | | • | Doctor recommended | | • | Meets American Thoracic Society accuracy standards |
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Product Description
This device is used to measure Peak Expiratory Flow (PEF) and Forced Expiratory Volume in 1-second (FEV1) in both children and adults. PEF is the fastest speed air can be blown out of the lungs after inhalation. FEV1 measures the volume after exhaling in 1-second. Peak Flow (PEF) and Forced Expiratory Volume in 1-second (FEV1) measurements can tell how well lungs are breathing by monitoring airflow. Doctors can have patients monitor changes in airflow and record the results. The automatic memory stores and provides easy access to the last 240 readings along with the time and date.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 31
 Replaced My Mechanical Meter December 14, 2005
Gerald F. Govin Jr. (Dayton, OH area USA)
41 out of 42 found this review helpful
This meter is really nice. It also has optional software and a USB cable available and / or a small printer available from the manufacturer. Amazon's price is competitive.
Without the software the machine takes your peak value from your trials and bases the zone system on this value.
With the software you can set a known peak flow reading (PEF). The meter automatically calculates whether subsequent readings are in the "green", "yellow" or "red" zone. Syncing the device with the software the first time was a bit tricky. You set a patient number for each unit which isstored internally. I eventually got it. Subsequent readings are automatic. Plug it in and it reads and plots both Peak and FEV1 values. The software would be especially convenient for a physician's office as it recognizes each unit and plots tracks the data for multiple devces. Plug a device in, the software recognises the owner and plots the data for them. You assign a patient number to each unit in the software and upload it to the unit. Next time you plug in the unit analysis and plotting is automatic. Easy.
FEV1 is an indicator of obstruction. As I understand it one should be able to expell the vast bulk of the air from one's lungs in one second (FEV1). If one were to know the total amount of air one could expel one would have a measure of vital capacity, VC. The ratio of FEV1 to VC, (FEV1/VC), is a primary indicator of obstruction. Values above 75%, as I understand it, are not so obstructive. Increasingly smaller values indicate increasing obstruction. In short, one can tell lots from this little brief case or purse sized meter.
For about $100 you can get print outs via the optional printer, or if you have your own computer, via the USB link and software. If you have lung trouble that requires monitoring you should get this or a similar device. It works great. If you fall into that category and are modestly computer literate you might well invest in the software too. A manual unit can cost upwards of $20. This is a better value.
Review of Spirometry with FEV1 March 13, 2006
Jean (Lehigh Valley, PA)
23 out of 23 found this review helpful
I've been using a peak flow meter for years and this gives better and more information than any I've used. I also bought the Peak Flow/FEV1 Analyzer Software with USB Cable that works with it and it gives beautiful graphs and excellent information to pass on to my physician. Even without the software, though, the Spritometer has a memory and makes it much easier for me to keep track of my fluctuations.
Simple, Easy to Use & Read... December 13, 2005
Marisa Nitsch (Prospect, CT United States)
25 out of 26 found this review helpful
This is my first Peak Flow Meter. I liked the design and features amazon listed and thought I would try it out. Everything about it holds true, its small enough to toss in a purse or bag, and easy enough to take out and use at any time. It stores your readings which is quite handy. Great device for anyone who wishes to monitor there peak flow rate.
On a seperate note for allergies and peak flows:
For anyone with allergies, this is a nice product as well. I have a latex allegy and a peak flow reader was recommened to me by my allergist. When using it after say, going into a store, I can tell if there were any hidden latex allergins that were not visable. Balloons and such are visable, however perhaps a bunch of ballons were there a few minutes before I set foot in the store. I would not know, but my asthma would kick in. Sometimes its delayed But the peak flow meter would give me a lower reading byt about 15%. So I would know in advance and be able to prepare for a possible reaction, etc. Just an example for anyone out there with similar allergies. Its a great way to check for possible attacks and being small and light, this peak flow is recommended!
Great Peak Flow Meter, Blows out the Competition! March 8, 2007
Julie (Ohio, USA)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
Before I bought this peak flow meter, I had the Piko-1 meter, and there is really no comparison between the two; the Microlife definitely blows out its best competitor (the Piko-1).
Although this peak flow meter costs a bit more money, it's well worth it because you'll have a peak flow meter for life. Yes, the Piko-1 meter does store ratings, shows you wear your peak flows are, and is digital, but the mouthpiece is angled, making it difficult to achieve an accurate reading. The straight vertical angle of this peak flow meter makes it much more accurate. It also stores many more ratings than the Piko-1. Another advantage is that it uses easy-to-find batteries rather than having to find a foreign watch battery (or whatever strange size the other one uses).
The package that Amazon sells for the Microlife is excellent! The carry case is well-made, keeping the peak flow meter safe from damage, and the extra mouthpieces allow you to either clean the others while you're using one or have spares. (Incidentally, having the mouthpiece break was what happened to my old Piko-1.) These rubbery mouthpieces are also much more comfortable on the Microlife. I'm taking my peak flows more regularly now than I did with any other peak flow meter (manual or the Piko-1) just because it's easy to use. And you know if you have a breathing condition, this is VERY important!
The Microlife is definitely a peak flow meter for life. :-) I'd recommend it to anyone who's looking for a quality FEV1 meter!
Great design, easy to use, and maybe even a little fun... November 14, 2006
Winter Aura (Orange County, CA USA)
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
This is my first meter, and I'm really glad I picked it up. It's quite simple to figure out and use. I haven't had my values checked before, but the meter seems accurate in that the results are closely repeatable. I may even pick up the software to track my progress, which is only $25 from the company's web site. It's comforting to make an objective measurement of something that seems so subjective. I look forward to determining whether or not Singulair actually affects me, because it's honestly hard to tell if it's working or not.
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