PositiveID Corp (OTCMKTS:PSID) stated that its ‘Caregiver®’ infrared thermometer outdid industry lab criteria for accuracy and posted a high level of contract in a pediatric trial. The non-contact thermometer Caregiver, which applies TouchFree™ technology, take away the requirement of rectal or oral temperatures, and hence leading to improved ease of use and comfort for patients.
What has changed?
In a 1-year pediatric authentication assessment, temperature measurements were noted with the Caregiver thermometer and the usual oral predictive thermometer. This assessment validated a remarkable arrangement between an oral predictive device thermometer and the non-contact thermometer, Caregiver; hence assuring consistent and precise readings in people aged 0 -18 years.
Caregiver is promoted by PositiveID’s subsidiary unit, and is sanctioned by FDA for clinical application. It comes in the group of professional rated, infrared thermometer for knowing forehead temperature in kids, infants and grownups without contact. It gives an oral-equivalent temperature from the forehead in merely 1-2 seconds.
Since, Caregiver is a non-contact thermometer, which does not necessities probe cover supplies, it lessens the risk of cross-contamination. It should be noted that cross-contamination is a growing problem in today’s world. Also, the unique thermometer limits healthcare services the covers expenses, waste disposal costs and also storage area. It is predicted that Caregiver can lead to savings of $250 or more per device measured on annual basis in review cover supplies.
The Chairman and CEO William J. Caragol stated that Caregiver is a simpler means to apply as against the usual thermometry devices. Also, it has validated to be just as precise and reliable. Their team considers that it also gives better patient experience as it is entirely non-invasive, which is mainly vital in pediatric populations.
Statistics were collated in pediatrics (outpatient, sick baby room and hospital ward) and family medication (clinic, home care and hospital) and units at China Medical University Hospital in a 1-year period.
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