Case for Sahli haemaglobinometer
- Materials:
- case, leatherette and case lining, velvet
- Object Number:
- A608060 Pt9
- type:
- haemaglobinometers
Sahli haemaglobinometer, London, England, 1890-1910
- maker:
- Hawksley and Sons Limited
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Sahli haemaglobinometer with leatherette case, made by Hawksley and Sons Limited, 17 New Cavendish Street, London, England, 1890-1910.
British neurologist William Gowers (1845-1915) invented the haemoglobinometer in 1875. It rapidly tested the amount of haemoglobin in blood by comparing its colour with a reference tube. Haemoglobin is the part of the blood responsible for carrying oxygen around the body. It is essential for a healthy diet. The Sahli haemoglobinometer was devised by Hermann Sahli (1856-1933). It was made by Hawksley and Sons Limited in London. It is still available to buy through the company.
Details
- Category:
- Clinical Diagnosis
- Collection:
- Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
- Object Number:
- A608060
- Materials:
- leatherette, velvet and complete
- Measurements:
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overall: 110 mm x 33 mm x 35 mm, .11kg
- type:
- haemoglobinometer
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