HORIBA Invites Point-of-Care Testing Discussion at Pulse Live 2014

28 Apr 2014
Sarah Thomas
Associate Editor

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HORIBA UK Ltd, Medical Division, specialists in automated in vitro diagnostic systems for hematology and clinical chemistry analysis, will be exhibiting at the Pulse Live 2014 event taking place at the Novotel Hammersmith London from 29-30th April. During this 2 day event for GPs and Practice Managers, HORIBA will be dedicating its resources to identifying key clinical testing requirements within primary care.

Known for its ability to deliver innovative diagnostics testing solutions that meet specific requirements, HORIBA is looking to assess the key needs for point-of-care hematology and clinical chemistry analysis. By speaking with industry leaders at the event, HORIBA aims to help streamline clinical processes, providing valuable information at the point-of-care. As such, quicker and more accurate medical decisions can be made which will ultimately reduce costs and improve patient pathways.

One such product, the Microsemi CRP point-of-care hematology analyzer will be available for delegates to see on the HORIBA stand. This compact, easy-to-use analyzer simultaneously provides a complete blood count (CBC) and C-reactive protein (CRP) from just 18 μL of blood, in only 4 minutes. This combined analysis enables screening to detect the presence of inflammation, immediately after the blood is collected, making it ideal for the assessment of critical patients.

“We see PULSE LIVE 2014 as an ideal opportunity for our hematology and clinical chemistry testing specialists to meet GPs and Practice Managers and discuss their specific diagnostic testing needs and how we could help them,” said Mandy Campbell, Medical Product Manager, HORIBA UK Ltd. “We look forward to hearing their thoughts.”

The Pulse Live event will also provide GPs with opportunities to hone their skills in practice business and finance, find out the latest in key clinical topics and share best practice across a variety of issues.

Microsemi CRP Analyzer

Horiba Medical

Overview Highly compact and lightweight Micro-sampling on whole blood: CBC: 10μL / CBC+CRP: 18μL Precise cellular identification through electronic impedance variation method Haemoglobin measurement with photometry CRP measurement with immunoturbidimetry technology Features CRP Ready and easy to use CRP reagent No need to take the CRP reagent out after use Integrated thermal printer (full data printout, including PLT, RBC and WBC curves) User-friendly interface (colour touch screen, virtual keyboard) Data transfer with flash card (archiving to PC, upload of QC target values) * This product is not in any way affiliated with MICROSEMI Corporation.

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HematologyIn Haematology / Hematology, complete blood cell counts (or full blood counts) are obtained using automated blood count analyzers to enumerate blood cell types.  Hematology also encompasses haemostasis and coagulation, thrombophilia and hemophilia, plasma viscosity and ESR analysis, hemoglobinopathies, cell morphology and haematinic measurement.Point-of-CarePoint-of-Care Testing (POCT) or Near Patient Testing (NPT) products are available for urine, blood and other clinical chemistry analyses. POCT includes: blood glucose testing, blood gas and electrolytes analysis, rapid coagulation testing (PT / INR), rapid cardiac markers diagnostics, drugs of abuse screening, urine strips testing, pregnancy testing, fecal occult blood analysis, food pathogens screening, hemoglobin diagnostics, infectious disease testing and cholesterol screening.Clinical ChemistryBiochemistry (or clinical chemistry) involves the analysis of bodily fluids using chemical tests. Techniques used include HPLC, chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, immunochemical, electrophoresis, turbidometric / spectrophotometric assay, MRI and ISE analysis. Tests are often carried out on plasma or serum but urine (urinalysis) and fecal specimens are also processed.Point of Care SolutionsPoint of care solutions provide medical diagnostics and treatments at or near the site of patient care. These technologies offer rapid results, helping healthcare providers make quick decisions. From glucose monitors to molecular diagnostics, point of care solutions are transforming healthcare delivery by reducing wait times and improving patient outcomes. Explore the best point of care products in our peer-reviewed product directory, compare options, check reviews, and get pricing directly from manufacturers.
HORIBA Invites Point-of-Care Testing Discussion at Pulse Live 2014