AnemiaPhone : New Technology
AnemiaPhone, a technology developed by Cornell University researchers, has been transferred to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for integration into its programmes.
- It is a technology developed by Cornell University (United States) researchers to accurately, quickly and cheaply assess iron deficiency.
- It has been transferred to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for integration into its programmes for anemia alleviation, women’s health, and maternal and child health.
- AnemiaPhone would enable access to rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency at the point of need.
- Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia, which affects 50% to 70% of pregnant women in India.
- The technology requires a small finger stick, a drop of blood on a test strip similar to a COVID-19 home test, and a few minutes for the reader to assess.
- The information is uploaded to a clinical database via mobile phone, wireless tablet, or computer.
- Healthcare workers can interpret the test and provide guidance, triage and referral, or intervention on the spot.
