CoaguChek Pro II – Ihr zuverlässiges Gerinnungsmessgerät für Zuhause
• Dr. med. univ. Daniel Pehböck, DESA / 0 Comments

CoaguChek Pro II - your reliable coagulation meter for the home


Monitoring blood coagulation is crucial for many people, especially for patients taking anticoagulants. With the right coagulation measuring device, controlling one's health can be significantly easier. This is where the CoaguChek Pro II comes into play – an innovative device designed for home use.

The CoaguChek Pro II not only offers precise measurements but also a user-friendly operation that is understandable even for laypersons. Technical details and the scope of delivery have been designed to meet user requirements, ensuring an optimal user experience. Additionally, a simple 4-step guide allows for quick and uncomplicated access to test results.

In this article, we will delve into the key aspects of the CoaguChek Pro II, including its technical features, the Roche brand, and useful information for users. Let us discover together how this device can revolutionize blood coagulation measurement at home.

CoaguChek Introduction

The CoaguChek® System enables patients to measure their coagulation values themselves. This increases safety and quality of life, as they can independently adjust their medication doses. The measurement is performed with a small drop of blood from the fingertip, similar to blood glucose measurement, and requires only 8µl of sample volume.

Features of CoaguChek®:

  1. Quick Results:
    • PT values: < 1 minute
    • aPTT values: several minutes
  2. User-Friendly:
    • Easy handling
    • Minimally painful, as no venipuncture is necessary
  3. Comprehensive Analysis:
    • Determination of PT values
    • Determination of activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)

The CoaguChek devices are gentle on the veins and very user-friendly. Due to the rapid and precise determination of coagulation values, the system is well-suited for home use.

Simple 4-Step Guide to Obtaining Test Results

The application of the CoaguChek System is simple and quick. Here is a step-by-step guide for accurately determining your coagulation value:

  1. Insert Test Strip: Take a single test strip and insert it into the device to begin the test.
  2. Take Blood Sample: Use the CoaguChek XS Softclix lancing device to obtain a small drop of blood from the fingertip with minimal pain.
  3. Apply Blood: Apply the blood drop to the test strip within 15 seconds.
  4. Read Result: After about a minute, you can read the current coagulation value on the display.

This simple handling allows for an accurate determination of the coagulation value. With CoaguChek technology, you receive lab-comparable results directly at home. This way, you can keep an eye on your health at any time without being restricted to Monday through Friday.

Summary:

Step

Action

1

Insert test strip

2

Obtain blood with lancing device

3

Apply blood to test strip

4

Read result

With this user-friendly guide, you can easily and effectively monitor your collected coagulation values.

Advantages of CoaguChek Systems

  • Accurate determination of blood coagulation values
  • Easy handling and user-friendly
  • Safe and lab-comparable results

For patients, CoaguChek is a practical solution for monitoring their health.

Current Information for CoaguChek Users

More than 200,000 patients in Germany use CoaguChek to measure their coagulation value themselves. This helps them adjust their medication dose and demonstrates the easy handling of the system. The CoaguChek Pro II provides precise results that are not influenced by fibrinogen or hematocrit values, and that in just one minute. For CoaguChek users, the XS and INRange models are ideal. They allow for a minimally painful blood sample with only 8 µl of capillary blood. Test results can be securely transmitted via Wifi, QR code, or Ethernet. The CoaguChek Pro II meets RiliBÄK standards and is suitable for practice and home visits.

Coagulation Measurement by Relatives

Even if patients cannot measure themselves, relatives can take over this task. Training shows them how to perform the measurement correctly. A small prick in the fingertip is sufficient to obtain enough blood for analysis. Using CoaguChek is quick and easy. Regular measurements by relatives can increase safety and better adjust medication.

Coagulation Measurement Also Possible by Relatives

Coagulation measurement is not limited to medical professionals. Relatives can learn the technique to support patients who feel uncertain about performing the measurement themselves. Training is offered to ensure that relatives can apply the technique safely and effectively.

Benefits of Involvement of Relatives:

  • Easy Handling: The devices are designed so that even laypersons can achieve precise results.
  • Support in Daily Life: Relatives performing the measurement provide additional safety for the patient.
  • Availability of Aids: Instructions and training materials are available to facilitate learning the measurement.

This option relieves the patient and provides an additional safety net in daily life. Learning and performing the coagulation measurement is thus also feasible for relatives, thanks to the easy handling of the devices.

Additionally, this offers the advantage that relatives are better integrated into the treatment and can reliably monitor the current coagulation value. This improves the patient's quality of life and enables closer care.

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