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Bioimpedance Technique for Point-of-Care Devices Relying on Disposable Label-Free Sensors – An Anemia Detection Case

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In this chapter, the development of a point-of-care device for bio-medical applications
has been discussed. Our main objective is to research new electronic solutions for the
detection, quantification, and monitoring of important biological agents in medical
environments. The proposed systems and technologies rely on label-free disposable
sensors, with portable electronics for user-friendly, low-cost solutions for medical
disease diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment. In this chapter, we will focus on a
specific point-of-care device for cellular analysis, applied to the case of anemia
detection and monitoring. The methodology used for anemia monitoring is based on
hematocrit measurement directly from whole blood samples by means of impedance
analysis. The designed device is based on straightforward electronic standards for low
power consumption and low-cost disposable sensor for low volume samples,
resulting in a robust and low power consumption device for portable monitoring
purposes of anemia. The device has been validated through different whole blood
samples to prove the response, effectiveness, and robustness to detect anemia.

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cc by (c) Punter Villagrasa, Jaime et al., 2015

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Llibres / Capítols de llibre (Enginyeria Electrònica i Biomèdica)

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Bioimpedance Technique for Point-of-Care Devices Relying on Disposable Label-Free Sensors – An Anemia Detection Case