Hemocue

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The HemoCue brand is a global leader in Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) diagnostics, specializing in providing lab-quality results quickly near the patient.

Here is a breakdown of the HemoCue healthcare brand description:

  • Core Business: HemoCue develops, produces, and markets compact, portable medical diagnostic systems for quick and accurate testing at the point of care (POCT). They are a part of the Radiometer Group/Danaher Corporation.
  • Fundamental Concept: Their systems combine a small, factory-calibrated analyzer with specially designed, disposable microcuvettes that contain the necessary dry reagents. This patented technology ensures lab-accurate results with minimal sample volume and without the need for traditional lab preparation (pipetting, mixing).
  • Main Product Focus (Tests Performed): HemoCue systems primarily focus on foundational blood diagnostics:
    • Hematology:
      • Hemoglobin (Hb): Their most well-known product, used for immediate screening and monitoring of anemia (e.g., HemoCue Hb 201+, Hb 301, Hb 801 systems).
      • White Blood Cell (WBC) Count and 5-part Differential (e.g., HemoCue WBC and WBC DIFF systems).
      • Plasma/Low Hb: For measuring low concentrations of hemoglobin in plasma/serum (e.g., in blood bank quality control).
    • Diabetes Management:
      • Glucose (e.g., HemoCue Glucose 201 systems) for screening, diagnosing, and monitoring.
      • HbA1c (Glycated Hemoglobin) for long-term blood sugar control.
    • Albuminuria: For quantitative determination of albumin in urine (microalbuminuria screening for conditions like diabetes and hypertension).
  • Target Market/Use Case: Their systems are designed to be used across diverse clinical settings for fast decision-making:
    • Primary Care / Doctor’s Offices
    • Hospitals (Emergency Departments, ICU, Wards)
    • Blood Banks (donor screening)
    • Public Health / Field Settings (due to portability and stability)
    • Ambulatory Surgery Centers (pre-operative testing)
  • Competitive Edge: HemoCue’s primary value proposition is delivering laboratory accuracy and precision in a portable, easy-to-use, rapid, and maintenance-free device format, enabling immediate diagnosis and treatment decisions.