A pump in the hemodialysis machine slowly draws out your blood, then sends it through another machine called a dialyzer. This works like a kidney and filters out extra salt, waste, and fluid. Your cleaned blood is sent back into your body through the second needle in your arm.

Is a hemodialysis machine portable?

Portable Dialysis Machines

​Hemodialysis machines have been developed that are small enough to allow patients to travel. They feature easy setup via cartridge and easy cleaning after use. Portable dialysis machines also include a fluid bag warmer so patients can use premixed dialysate bags when away from home.

How does a dialysis machine remove waste?

Hemodialysis is the most common type of dialysis. This process uses an artificial kidney (hemodialyzer) to remove waste and extra fluid from the blood. The blood is removed from the body and filtered through the artificial kidney. The filtered blood is then returned to the body with the help of a dialysis machine.