LoBio
LoBio develops the P1 device, a handheld, power-free plasma separation tool that uses patented magnetic bead technology to enable at-home blood collection without a centrifuge. The device produces lab-grade plasma validated for lipid, liver, STD, and kidney tests, reducing the 20%+ error rate of existing at-home collection methods. It is designed for diagnostic laboratories and healthcare providers serving patients who cannot easily access clinical facilities.
- Medical Devices
- Healthcare Technology
- Biotechnology
- Hardware
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
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Product
Problem
Current at-home blood collection methods suffer from a 20%+ error rate, and patients who need lab testing often cannot easily access clinical facilities. Traditional plasma separation requires a centrifuge, which is impractical for home use and unavailable in many regions without reliable power infrastructure.
Solution
LoBio built the P1 device to enable patients to self-collect clinical-grade plasma at home without the need for a centrifuge or external power. The device uses patented magnetic bead technology for fast and efficient plasma separation in a convenient, power-free format. Extracted plasma is more stable and reliable for shipping to labs compared to other blood fractions. The device is approved and preferred by labs for at-home collection, validated for important clinical chemistry panels including lipid, liver, STD, and kidney tests. LoBio aims to enable doctor-ordered lab tests to be run on home-collected samples, expanding access for patients who have difficulty getting to a lab.
Target Audience
Primary customers are diagnostic laboratories seeking reliable at-home plasma collection solutions, as well as healthcare providers and remote or decentralized healthcare settings serving patients who have difficulty traveling to lab facilities.
Features
- Patented magnetic bead technology enables plasma separation without a centrifuge or power source
- Compact handheld P1 device designed for self-collection by patients at home
- Produces clinical-grade plasma that is stable and reliable for shipping to labs
- Validated by labs for lipid, liver, STD, and kidney clinical chemistry panels
- Reduces the 20%+ error rate associated with existing at-home blood collection methods
- Operates without additional equipment, maintenance, personnel, or training