Developing a home device to measure blood metabolites for metabolic disorders
Whole Blood Point of Care Metabolic Measurement - SB1
This study is working on a handy device that lets people with certain metabolic disorders check important substances in their blood right at home, making it easier to catch problems early and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Sequitur Health Corp. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Scottsdale, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11008473 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on creating a home-based device that allows individuals with certain metabolic disorders to monitor specific metabolites in their blood. Currently, these metabolites can only be measured in clinical laboratories, which limits timely intervention during metabolic crises. The project aims to enhance patient care by enabling accurate measurements from a single drop of blood, thus improving health outcomes. The research involves late-stage development and commercialization efforts to address software, hardware, and regulatory challenges associated with bringing this device to market.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include adults with metabolic disorders that require regular monitoring of specific blood metabolites.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have metabolic disorders or those who are not at risk for metabolic crises may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide patients with a convenient and effective way to monitor their metabolic health at home, potentially preventing serious health crises.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in developing home monitoring devices for other health conditions, indicating potential for this approach in metabolic disorders.
Where this research is happening
Scottsdale, United States
- Sequitur Health Corp. — Scottsdale, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thomas, Marylaura Lind — Sequitur Health Corp.
- Study coordinator: Thomas, Marylaura Lind
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.