* CE Marked: EN61000-6-2:2005, EN61000-6-4:2007, A1:2011
GOKO Bscan-Z is capillaroscope that is designed and manufactured by GOKO, an innovative Japanese manufacturer specializing in optical imaging equipment since 1953. See its amazing clarity and experience the difference.
GOKO's optical innovation achieves greater clarity and higher contrast to enable the observation of flow of white corpuscles in capillaries. Even after the launch of GOKO Bscan-Z, the third model of GOKO Bscan series, we continue to work on improvement by incorporating customer feedback.
The GOKO Bscan-Z greatly reduces vibrations of fingers with the improved stage unit and anti-vibration attachment (standard accessory). It improves work efficiency of taking photographs or observing of circulation in the capillaries as well.
The GOKO Bscan-Z adopts optical zoom which provides clearer images even in ultra-high magnification. Moreover, you can easily change magnification from lower magnification (145X) to ultra-high magnification (590X) without changing lenses simply rotating the ring.
Outstanding optical design of GOKO Bscan-Z provides top-class clear image of capillaries. Blood flow is clearly observed even the movement of red cells. Even ultra-magnified images are very clear because the zoom is not digital, but optical.
Exclusive stand can be moved in all directions, X-axis direction, Y-axis direction and Z-axis direction.
The preparation time for observation has been greatly shortened, and work efficiency has been greatly improved.
Furthermore, improvements have been made so that users with long nails can observe their nailfold capillaries without damaging the long nails.
The robustness of the stand is a very important factor during ultra-magnification observation.
The compact and portable camera unit of the GOKO Bscan-Z is only 150 g, which enables single-handed operation for long periods of time without stress.
It also solves problems such as "capillaries at the observation site are pushed by the weight of the camera and blood flow stops."
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Using the Non-reflex cap (Optional Non-reflex cap realizes non-reflection capillary observation. It does not press capillaries: Natural flow of blood can be observed. Learn more on the Option page.
Watch the stop-motion video to learn how easily you could use the GOKO Bscan-Z without any special training. It shows how to open, set up, observe using the dedicated stand and optional camera handgrip, and observe on a monitor or PC.
1. Output to Win PC...Recommended for those who save and analyze capillary images. The NTSC-USB 2.0 Converter comes with free viewer software and Simple measurement software. As an option, the software to measure velocity "GOKO-VIP" is also available.
2. Output to 9.7-inch LCD monitor...Recommended for those who do not use a PC or those who do not need to store or analyze the capillary images.
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The optional NTSC-USB 2.0 Converter set allows for real-time display of GOKO Bscan-Z images on a PC, ensuring a maximum of 30 uncompressed frames per second. Kit also comes with a GOKO special calibration chart. This converter set allows accurately displaying and saving images in an aspect ratio of 4:3.
It provides a clear and precise image that is in an accurate 4:3 format.
With the software "GOKO-VIP (Velocity of Images and Pixels)", the velocity can be measured and saved as numerical values.
We also accept image analysis requests. Contact us for details.
Utilizing the advantages of developing both the hardware and the software, we also accept requests for software customization.
The GOKO-VIP is the software to measure the velocity, not the length or angles. The measurement of the length and angles can be easily performed with the free software attached to the recommended option, the NTSC-USB2.0 converter.
Brand-new carrying case is exclusively designed for the GOKO Bscan-Z and its options. The GOKO Bscan-Z and its accessories can be stored in order and carried conveniently.
We have a wide range of options according to your application such as the USB foot switch that allows you to release the shutter with your feet while using both hands freely during shooting and the exclusive stand for the observation of small animals suitable for observing the capillaries of mesentery of mice rats, and the capillaries of the toenails.
The "GOKO Bscan-Z" received the "Kawasaki Monozukuri Brand (Kawasaki Manufacturing Brand)" certification.
What is Kawasaki Manufacturing Brand?
The Kawasaki Monodukuri Brand Program identifies products and technologies manufactured in Kawasaki Japan as being superior in terms of originality, innovativeness, quality-control measures, sales performance, future potential, and contribution to society.
As a manufacturer that values development, we also accept customization from a single unit. We have a variety of customization achievements, such as observing a special position of body part, increasing the magnification to 2000x, and letting the screen width to be projected with a width of 1mm. Feel free to contact us.
To prevent the spread of coronavirus infections, we recommend the use of disposable cut cotton for laying on a dedicated stand that comes into contact with fingers and a disinfection sheet to keep the stand clean.
Feel free to contact us for details.
Since the launch of the first model in 2006, the GOKO Bscan series has been used by many universities and companies in Japan and overseas such as The University of Tokyo, Kyoto University, Osaka University, Keio University, the National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, FANCL, Shiseido Japan, Create S.D.
From basic medical research to clinical practice at universities, hospitals, and pharmaceutical manufacturers (almost all medical fields including internal medicine, cardiology, dermatology, plastic surgery, dentistry, and pharmaceuticals).
Health centers, health insurance associations, pharmacies, fitness clubs, sports gym, nutrition research institutions, bioenvironmental research institutions, supplement and health food manufacturers and retailers, etc.
Research departments and stores of cosmetics manufacturers, spa beauty clinics, massage facilities, etc.
Educational facilities, facilities for kids, GMS (general supermarkets, department stores, discount stores, specialty stores, etc.), etc.
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* Requires oil application to the object surface in observing capillaries.
GOKO-VIP software measures the velocity of the capillaries recorded by the capillaroscope GOKO Bscan-Z.
Enables "non-reflex" capillary observation of the whole body (patent pending). It does not squeeze the capillaries of the site to be observed.
Enables to hold your microscope in one hand, and adjust the focus with your fingertips. It fits in the hand and reduces camera shake for stable observation.
Used to convert NTSC analog images to uncompressed digital images for real-time display on a computer and saves them as video and still image
Robust stand with a flexible arm that enables stable observation of small animals such as mouse and rat.
Enable to release the shutter with your foot when shooting.
LCD monitor with optimal color adjustment for capillary image of the GOKO Bscan-Z.
Smaller shoulder case which is more compact and lightweight
GOKO Bscan-Z and accessories can be stored in order.
Five sets of oil (15 ml) for the observation of capillaries by the GOKO Bscan series.
Five sets of gel (15 ml) for the observation of capillaries in the scalp by the GOKO Bscan series.
"GOKO Bscan series" is widely used in various mass media such as Japanese popular TV programs.
| 25.04.2018 | TV Asahi Corporation | Appeared on a TV program broadcasted by TV Asahi Corporation. |
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| 13.04.2018 | the Meeting of Rheumatology | Appeared in a program of the Annual General Assembly and Scientific Meeting of the Japan College of Rheumatology. |
| 27.12.2017 | TV Asahi Corporation | Appeared in a TV program broadcasted by TV Asahi Corporation. |
| 28.04.2017 | Kansai Telecasting Corporation | Appeared on a TV program broadcasted by Kansai Telecasting Corporation. |
| 25.04.2017 | TV Asahi Corporation | Appeared on a TV program, "Minna-No Katei-No Igaku" (Family Medicine for Everyone) to observe nailfold capillaries and sweat from sweat glands. |
| 31.12.2016 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. | Used in TV program broadcasted by TBS (Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc.) to observe shape of capillaries and flow in blood vessels. |
| 07.11.2016 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. | Used in TV program broadcasted by TV TOKYO Corporation to observe shape of capillaries and flow in blood vessels. |
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| 22.2.2016 | Nikkei Marketing Journal | Highlighted in the article as the high-magnification video microscope which enables to observe white corpuscles in capillaries with greater clearly. |
| 17.2.2016 | Nikkei Sangyo Shimbun (Nikkei Industrial Journal) |
Highlighted in the article as the high-magnification video microscope which enables to observe white corpuscles in capillaries with greater clearly. |
| 27.7.2015 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television |
Used as handheld video microscope to observe blood flow and pores on the face. |
| 14.7.2015 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television |
Introduced as excellent capillaroscopy system that FANCL, one of the most famous manufacturers of cosmetics and functional foods in Japan, uses to let their customers see their capillary shape and blood flow. |
| 10.8.2014 | Nippon Television | To observe the change of blood flow in capillaries in scalps following a massage. |
| 26.9.2013 | Nippon Television | To observe sweat from sweat glands, shirt fibers, and capillaries in fingers, lips, and scalps. |
| 7.9.2013 | Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to examine the weakness of mites. |
| 12.7.2013 | Fuji Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine the effects of refreshing in a cool environment. |
| 3.4.2013 | NHK General TV | Used as high-magnification video microscope to verify a woman's "thinning hair." |
| 12.2.2013 | Asahi Broadcasting | To observe blood flow during bathing in a hot spring on the "Takeshi's Medical Check-Up Show." |
| 15.1.2013 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television |
Used as capillaroscopy system to verify dehydration in winter. |
| 21.12.2012 | NHK General TV | Used as capillaroscopy system to verify dehydration in winter. |
| 13.12.2012 | NHK General TV | Used as capillaroscopy system to verify dehydration in winter. |
| 5.12.2012 | NHK BS | To observe the capillaries in dark circle under the eyes. |
| 26.11.2012 | BS Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope in a demonstration of how to increase hair volume. |
| 31.10.2012 | NHK BS | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe lip capillaries. |
| 10.10.2012 | NHK General TV | To observe the change of blood flow in a calf's capillaries following a massage. |
| 24.9.2012 | Fuji Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe the change in blood flow as affected by a sudden change of temperature. |
| 12.9.2012 | NHK BS | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe blood flow to check the effect of carbonated water. |
| 29.8.2012 | NHK General TV | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe blood flow in a study of bathing methods that attempted to avoid the summer heat. |
| 26.8.2012 | Tokyo Broadcasting System Television |
To observe the change of blood flow to check the effect of carbonated water. |
| 17.7.2012 | Fuji Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to verify summer weariness resulting from having too much cold food or drink. |
| 12.7.2012 | Fuji Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to verify armpit sweat. |
| 25.6.2012 | Asahi Broadcasting | Used as high-magnification video microscope to observe the effects of "knee jiggling" to cure puffy legs. |
| 21.6.2012 | Fuji Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to check summer weariness. |
| 2.12.2011 | NHK Educational TV | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe peripheral blood flow in the fingers. |
| 26.11.2011 | Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to observe skin texture to check the effect of collagen. |
| 12.11.2011 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe the change of blood flow to check the effects of carbonated water. |
| 3.9.2011 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe the change of blood flow affected by autonomic nerves. |
| 28.5.2011 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to observe the change of blood flow affected by atmospheric pressure. |
| 05.09.2010 | NHK | Used as high-magnification video microscope to observe the structure of dots on electronic books. |
| 7.8.2010 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine heatstroke. |
| 7.8.2010 | NHK BShi | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine the change of blood flow as affected by feelings of fear. |
| 15.5.2010 | Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to study enlarged tissues of papers to determine if it was "grain long" or "grain short." |
| 24.4.2010 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine blood flow in the lip, scalp, and skin. |
| 17.4.2010 | Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to study the enlarged tissues of the surface of hand gloves. |
| 13.2.2010 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to study effective bathing. |
| 19.9.2008 | Nippon Television | Used as high-magnification video microscope to examine the condition of the tongue. |
| 13.9.2008 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine blood flow in capillaries. |
| 3.12.2007 | NHK | Used as capillaroscopy system to study the circulation of body fluid. |
| 1.12.2007 | NHK | Used as capillaroscopy system to study poor blood circulation. |
| 14.8.2007 | Nippon Television | Used as capillaroscopy system to examine the relationship between fear and coldness. |
| 11.7.2007 | Nippon Television | Introduced as the most up-do-date capillaroscopy system to check blood flow in microcirculation. |
| 20.12.2006 | Nippon Television | As capillaroscope to examine the improvement of blood flow following exercise. |
| 8.6.2006 | TV TOKYO | Introduced via "World Business Satellite" as the most up-to-date capillary scope to observe blood flow. |
| Model | GOKO EV-80Z |
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| Image Signal | NTSC composite video signal |
| Electronic Shutter | 1/60-1/100,000 second (Automatic) |
| Magnification | 145× to 590× (on 20-inch monitor) In focus with Attachment: 105× and 390× |
| Lighting System | Direct lighting by high luminosity LED |
| Video Output | Composite image output (pin jack 75 Ω) |
| Power Source | DV 5 V, supplied from exclusive adapter AC Adapter inlet pressure: AV 100-240 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0° C to +40° C |
| Operating Humidity | 35%-60% RH |
| Dimensions | φ45 (external diameter) × 96 (length) mm (except protrusion, without Attachment) φ45 (external diameter) × 106 (length) mm (with Attachment) |
| Weight | 140 g (without Attachment), Attachment: 10 g |
| Attachments | 1.Focus cap 2.AC Adapter 3.Protection cap 4.Anti-vibration attachment for observing nailfold capillaries 5. Composite extension cable for the camera unit |
| Location of manufacture | Japan |
| Model | ST-600Z |
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| Dimensions | Base unit: φ120 mm, camera holder unit: φ58 mm, height: 72.5 mm |
| Range of the movement of the Stage Unit | 10 mm in a crosswise direction |
| Range of the movement of the Camera Holder Unit | 10 mm vertically |
| Overall height with the Camera Unit | 132 mm, except protrusion |
| Weight | 250 g |
| Location of Manufacture | Japan |
* The GOKO Bscan-Z is not a medical device.
* Bscan-Z is a registered trademark of GOKO Imaging Devices Co., Ltd.
Specifications, contents, and appearance of the products are subject to change without prior notice.
Manual focus. Because the depth position of the capillaries differs from one to another, it would be quite difficult for the auto-focus camera to focus well on the exact point you want to observe specially at ultra-high magnification. GOKO Bscan-Z enables quick and accurate focus on any visible skin capillaries. In addition, very clear capillary images can be obtained since the zooming is performed optically instead of digitally. These optical designs enable clear observation of leukocyte movement even at very high magnification.
No. By using the software "GOKO-VIP", you could quantify the velocity. By using the optional NTSC-USB 2.0 converter Set, you could save still images and uncompressed videos. The distance between two points can be measured using free measurement software attached to the converter set.
You could observe not only nailfolds, but also every body parts. By removing the camera from the stand, you could observe all parts of the whole-body surface such as the arm, the scalp, the legs, the tongue, the gums, and so on. In those cases, please use the optional Non-reflection cap set to obtain a clearer image without any reflection.
The camera weighs 140g, which is very light. The size of the camera is as small as 96mm, so there is no burden even if it is used for a long time.
No regular maintenance is required.
Oil and gel is essential for the observation. Contact us for details.
The body parts where the skin is relatively thin, such as fingertips, can be easily observed. On the other hand, the body part whose keratinous are thick, such as heels, might be difficult to be observed.
The Anti-vibration cap and the stand unit are GOKO's anti-vibration design. They gently secure the fingers and greatly reduces the tremors of fingers without stopping the movement of capillaries. They are standard accessories.
Non-reflection cap is an optional cap that enables capillary observation without any reflection in the capillary images. It was uniquely designed by GOKO. It is to be mounted in the tip of the camera body.
No. Since it is not a medical device, anyone can use it without qualifications.
Yes. You could observe any parts of the scalp: the frontal, parietal, and occipital parts. Clear and non-reflective movie can be obtained by using the optional Non-reflection cap set. If you observe a scalp with a lot of hair, use a smaller caliber cap (5φ) from the cap set.
Yes. By applying gel to the glass surface of the anti-reflective cap and covering it with a wrap film, capillaries of the anterior gingiva, mucous membrane, and tongue can be observed. We recommend using rubber bands to prevent wrinkling of the wrap.
Yes. When using a stand unit, the low magnification is 145x and the high magnification is 590x. The magnification can be easily changed with the zoom ring.
At lower magnification (145x), it is possible to grasp the shape and density of capillaries and it is easy to determine which point to be enlarged to 590x.
At higher magnification(590x), it is possible to see how the white capsules move and to observe velocity easily and clearly.
(Note) Magnification is converted on 20-inch monitors, so it is to be even larger on monitors larger than 20-inch.
Oil or gel is essential for the observation of the capillaries just below the dermis of the skin. Contact us for further clarification.
When you use the camera with the stand unit, you can avoid partial reflections by bending the tip of your finger slightly downward. When you use the camera as a handheld camera, please use the optional Anti-reflection cap set.
Yes. You can easily observe skin texture as well by using the attached focus cap without applying oil or gel. The GOKO Bscan-Z is also widely used for the research on the relation between skin texture and skin capillaries.
Yes. You could measure the size with the free software "IC Measure" included with the optional NTSC-USB2.0 converter set. It is possible to obtain accurate values by calibrating the chart first.
Generally, the ring finger of the non-dominant hand is recommended to be observed. It is said that the nailfold skin of the ring finger of the non-dominant hand is the thinnest and thus the capillaries there are easy to be observed. However, choose another finger depending on individual conditions. In some protocols, it is recommended to observe eight fingers except the thumbs.
Yes. We accept customization from one unit. Feel free to contact us if you have any special requests such as observing at higher magnification, changing the shape of the scope, or increasing numbers of pixels.
