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Image: A new and improved detector can accurately measure levels of cortisol – a stress biomarker in the blood (Photo courtesy of XJTLU/https://doi.org/10.1016/j.talanta.2024.126776)

Easy-To-Use Point-Of-Care Testing Device Accurately Measures Cortisol Levels in Blood

Researchers have developed an innovative device that accurately measures cortisol—a key stress biomarker in the blood that can lead to severe health problems like depression and Alzheimer's disease. More...
04 Sep 2024
The Atellica VTLi Patient-side Immunoassay Analyzer, a high-sensitivity troponin I test at the bedside, delivers accurate results in just 8 minutes (Photo courtesy of Siemens Healthineers)

New 8-Minute Blood Test to Diagnose or Rule Out Heart Attack Shortens ED Stay

A randomized controlled trial has found that a novel point-of-care heart attack test is safe and could reduce the length of stay in the emergency department for some patients. More...
03 Sep 2024
Image: Diagram showing steps to a Lyme disease test (Photo courtesy of Rajesh Ghosh/UCLA)

Simpler, Faster Testing Technology to Boost Early Detection of Lyme Disease

A new testing approach utilizing artificial intelligence technology has demonstrated efficacy in accurately diagnosing Lyme disease within 20 minutes with a single test. More...
28 Aug 2024
Image: Schematic illustration of the developed sensor obtained by combining the microfluidic device with a smartphone-based potentiostat (Photo courtesy of ACS Sensors (2024). DOI: 10.1021/acssensors.4c00249)

POCT Device Monitors C-Reactive Protein Levels Associated with Inflammation in Real Time

Researchers have developed a novel POC device that measures C-reactive protein (CRP) levels quickly and accurately, enhancing the speed and cost-effectiveness of CRP analyses. More...
27 Aug 2024
Image: The new saliva-based test for heart failure measures two biomarkers in about 15 minutes (Photo courtesy of Trey Pittman)

POC Saliva Testing Device Predicts Heart Failure in 15 Minutes

A new point-of-care electrochemical biosensor analyzes two key biomarkers from a drop of saliva to detect heart failure in about 15 minutes. More...
20 Aug 2024
Image: The miniDxR sets a new standard for customizable lateral flow test readers in clinical and laboratory applications (Photo courtesy of DCN Dx)

Point-Of-Care Lateral Flow Reader Delivers High-Sensitivity Measurements In 10 Seconds

A customizable POC lateral flow reader combines advanced imaging technology and proprietary algorithms to deliver high-sensitivity measurements in just 10 seconds More...
12 Aug 2024
Image: EKF’s cutting-edge point-of-care diagnostic solutions are on display at ADLM 2024 (Photo courtesy of EKF Diagnostics)

EKF Diagnostics Showcases Range of Diabetes and Hematology POC Devices

EKF Diagnostics is showcasing its range of diabetes and hematology point-of-care (POC) devices and connectivity software, EKF Link, at ADLM 2024. More...
09 Aug 2024
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The HospiMedica Point-of-Care Testing channel provides reporting on clinical/medical testing that is performed at the patient's side, near the patient and outside of the clinical laboratory. This would include testing provided by healthcare professionals and remote/field personnel and does not require processing by a central laboratory.