Important Indicators at a Glance: Precise Measurement for Therapy Adjustment
Monitoring chronic diseases such as diabetes and managing cardiac risks are time-critical tasks. Modern Point-of-Care (POC) systems are transforming into indispensable tools here, strengthening patient loyalty and accelerating therapy adjustment.
The Igloo Pro Reader bundles the necessary precise analytics in a mobile device to determine important metabolic and cardiac markers in minutes.
1. Metabolic Excellence: HbA1c and Lipids
The long-term blood sugar value (HbA1c) is the decisive parameter in diabetes management.
- Direct Therapy Adjustment: Immediate HbA1c measurement at the POC (from a capillary blood sample) provides the average blood sugar value of the last few months. If the result is available immediately, treatment can be adjusted directly. Studies show that this enormously improves patient compliance and satisfaction, as no second appointments for lab results are necessary.
- Cholesterol Profiles: Precise determination of total cholesterol and various lipid fractions is a critical indicator of the risk of arteriosclerosis and cardiovascular events. POC tests enable immediate risk assessment and advice on lifestyle changes or medication therapy.
2. Acute Cardiac Safety: Emergency Parameters
In acute cardiac care, speed saves lives. POC systems provide the necessary emergency parameters for this:
- D-Dimer: Quantitative measurement of D-Dimer is essential for the rapid exclusion of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE). A negative result allows for immediate all-clear, massively relieving triage in the emergency room or practice.
- Cardiac Troponin (cTnl): Although often measured in the central lab, POC determination of Troponin is a highly sensitive marker to support the diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
- NT-proBNP: This peptide hormone is the key marker for diagnosis and risk stratification in heart failure. Rapid determination allows immediate assessment of severity and initiates further treatment.
3. The Premium Advantage: Speed and Reliability
For monitoring chronic diseases and triaging cardiac emergencies, the reliability of POC technology is non-negotiable.
- Lab Accuracy: The Igloo Pro delivers results that correspond to those of the central laboratory (CV < 2% Inter-Reader).
- Multiplex Capability: The system can determine various cardiac parameters simultaneously or in rapid succession, maximizing efficiency in critical situations.
Conclusion for Your Practice
Integrating the Igloo Pro Reader into your workflow means a paradigm shift: From time-delayed monitoring to immediate, data-based therapy adjustment. With PolarisDX.net, you secure not only the technology for these critical measurements but also the guarantee of smooth implementation and ongoing validation.