SAI Infusion Technologies

Continuous infusion studies with durations of 14 days or longer require implanted, indwelling access, regardless of species.  Implanted ports or catheters are also recommended for intermittent infusion studies requiring a high frequency of dosing.

It is difficult, if not impossible, to maintain the skilled surgical staff necessary to perform these procedures without regular training or hands-on practice. SAI’s experienced surgeons offer surgical consulting and practical training to ensure your animals are successfully instrumented and maintained for the duration of the infusion.

Standard catheter designs may not always suit your specific research needs. Whether you are faced with an uncommon species, a difficult access site or you would just like to make improvements on an existing design, we can help.

If you already own several infusion pumps and are faced with regular calibration, internal battery replacement or repairs, we have a convenient solution. Let SAI’s Biomedical Technicians provide you with fast, cost effective and fully documented calibration and repair service.  

Infusion pumps are usually the most expensive component of infusion systems with the possible exception of the Alzet pump. Whether confronting a study with a large number of animals or running your first infusion study, it is not always possible or cost effective to purchase new pumps.