Horiba iCa Pocket Tester – measurement solutions for ionized calcium in animal blood
Targeted determination of ionized calcium (iCa) in veterinary diagnostics
In this category, you will find Horiba pocket testers for measuring ionized calcium (iCa) in animal blood. In contrast to total calcium, iCa represents the physiologically active portion of calcium and is therefore a relevant parameter for assessing calcium metabolism.
Selecting ionized calcium enables targeted use in applications where fast and direct measurement results are required.
Relevance of iCa for veterinary applications
The iCa value provides important information about the current calcium status and can be used to assess physiological processes in animals. Reliable measurement is particularly important for diagnostic purposes and in veterinary practice.
With iCa pocket testers, the measurement value can be determined directly on site, allowing rapid assessment. This supports immediate evaluation and facilitates decision-making in the respective application.
Your added value with HORIBA products
- Precise determination of the physiologically active calcium fraction
- Easy handling and direct measurement for fast results
- Comprehensive product portfolio including spare parts and accessories
Benefit from a specialized measurement solution for determining ionized calcium and reliable support for veterinary applications.
Milk fever, or Sub Clinical Hypocalcemia (SCH) is a significant problem with dairy cows. Total calcium levels in the cows’ blood drop after lactation. By measuring the ionized calcium levels of the blood directly cow side, the treatment can start sooner and is more effective. The new LAQUAtwin CA-11C has been specially developed for cow side measurement of ionized calcium in blood. Ionized calcium reflects more accurately the current calcemic blood situation compared to total blood calcium as it equals the free available calcium ions. Minimum sample volume: 0.3ml 2 calibration points Auto standard recognition Temperature calibration: 5 to 40.0 ºC Auto hold / auto stable measurement Auto power off: 30 mins. Low battery indicator IP67 Rating dust & waterproof Replaceable sensor Material: ABS epoxy Display: custom (monochrome) digital LCD with backlight Operating conditions: 5 to 40 ºC, 85% or less relative humidity Supplied with accessories (see specifications for more details) Manufacturer article number: 1300084982 Additional information We would like to inform you of an upcoming product update for the LAQUAtwin handheld analysers. To enhance product safety and prevent infants and young children from accidentally swallowing the batteries, HORIBA will be introducing a new battery cover on all LAQUAtwin pocket-sized analysers. Overview of the product change Change: Battery cover for enhanced safety. Reason: To prevent accidental swallowing of batteries. Production date: From January 2026 in Japan Deliveries to EMEA distribution partners: From March 2026 As this change is currently being rolled out, mixed deliveries of the current and updated versions may occur during the transition period.