This healthcare startup offers a platform that delivers PCR test results in under 20 minutes, utilizing fully automated sample processing in a compact cartridge for efficient integration with hospital medical records. By providing affordable testing solutions, the company enables timely and targeted care in rural hospitals, urban safety-net clinics, and community health settings in developing countries.
Funding
$1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Conventional PCR testing often requires sending samples to a centralized lab, resulting in turnaround times that can delay treatment decisions. This is especially problematic in settings with limited resources or where rapid diagnosis is critical for effective patient care. The high cost and complexity of traditional PCR platforms also limit accessibility in rural and underserved communities.
Solution
Prompt Diagnostics offers a portable, point-of-care PCR platform that delivers lab-quality molecular diagnostic results in under 20 minutes. The system utilizes a compact cartridge with fully automated sample processing and on-board analysis, streamlining the user workflow and minimizing the need for specialized training. The platform's affordability and ease of use enable timely and targeted care in diverse settings, from rural hospitals to urban safety-net clinics and community health centers. The platform is designed for direct integration with hospital medical records, ensuring seamless data management and improved clinical decision-making.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes healthcare providers in rural hospitals, urban safety-net clinics, community health centers, and developing countries seeking affordable and rapid diagnostic solutions.
Features
- Rapid PCR results in under 20 minutes, enabling immediate treatment decisions
- Fully automated sample processing within a compact, single-use cartridge
- Integrated on-board analysis for streamlined workflow and reduced user intervention
- Portable design for point-of-care testing in diverse settings
- Connectivity for direct integration with electronic medical records (EMRs)
- Multiplexed detection capabilities for simultaneous identification of multiple pathogens
- Affordable platform and disposables compared to traditional PCR systems
- High sensitivity and specificity for accurate disease detection