Blood clotting tests - overview
Disruptions of blood clotting are not only reliably checked in the laboratory, but - depending on the indication - also at the point of care or as a self -test. The determination of the Protrombin time (PT) and its standardized indication as an INR value (International Normalized Ratio) is central. In the following overview you will find devices, Test strip and accessories from the category Blood clotting - objectively explained with an area of application, benefits and practical information.
Device for self -control
Coaguchek Inrange - blood clotting meter
The inrange was developed for patients who regularly monitor their clotting themselves (e.g. under vitamin K antagonists). It offers a color -coded result display (e.g. green = in the target area), stores up to 400 measured values with date/time/comment and transmits data via USB or Bluetooth to the PC. In the set, u. SoftClix-Stechhilfe, 20 Lanzetten, 6 Test strip And contain a system bag - ideal for quick start at home.
PT/INR-Test strip
Coaguchek XS PT Test - test strips
This PT-Test strip are suitable for Coaguchek XS, XS Plus and XS Pro. The measurement takes place with fresh capillary blood (finger berry) or venous thoroughbred; The result is available after about a minute. Each pack contains a code chip that is inserted into the device before measuring. Available in 24 or 48 pack - practical for practice, care or the structured home.
Coaguchek XS PT Test PST - test strips for self -testing
Pst-Test strip (Patient Self Testing) are designed for self -application and compatible with Coaguchek Inrange and XS. They are operated with fresh capillary blood and, according to the manufacturer, are insensitive to pathological hematocrit/fibrinogen values. The pack also contains a code chip; Available as a 24 or 48 pack.
Stechhilfe & Lanzetten
Coaguchek Softclix Lanzetten
Sterile Lanzetten (50 St./packung) for Coaguchek Softclix & XS Softclix Stechhilfe. With a diameter of 0.8 mm designed for the most painless capillary blood removal-important for good test compliance in everyday life.
Professional system for practice & clinic
Coaguchek Pro II-coagulation meter (doctors' set)
The Pro-II system is intended for professional use and meets the requirements of the Rilibäk. It measures PT (≈ 1 min) and APTT (in <5 min) with only 8 µl blood, works with hepariners Test strip And according to the manufacturer of increased fibrinogen/low hematocrit, it is unaffected. With integrated WLAN, 2D barcodescanner and large TFT touchscreen, results (memory up to 2,000 measured values) can be documented digitally and transferred directly to IT systems.
Application & practical information
- Right sample material: Fresh capillary blood (finger berry) is used for PT/INR tests. Note the information about the sample amount and the handling in the package insert.
- Use code chip: With Coaguchek-Test strip There is a code chip that must be inserted into the device before inserting the test strip.
- Establish the measurement routine: Also always measure at the same time of the day, record values and contact the treating doctor when deviations.
- Professional vs. home mission: Inrange + PST strips are aimed at self-control, Pro II on ordination, station & emergency recording. The XS PT strips operate XS/XS Plus/XS Pro devices.
- Security: Use medical devices only according to the instructions. In the case of therapy decisions (e.g. dose adjustment of anticoagulants) always keep medical consultation.
Conclusion
Solutions that are tailored to the InR monitoring are available: that Coaguchek Inrange for structured self -control, suitable Pt-Test strip (XS & PST) for different devices/application cases, Softclix lancets As comfortable accessories and that Pro II As a powerful professional system with modern connectivity. In this way, coagulation management-from home monitoring to practice-can be reproduced safely and efficiently.
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