This startup develops a blood sampling card that separates blood cells and plasma into distinct samples at the point of collection. This technology enables efficient collection of dried blood spot samples for various analyses, supporting disease monitoring and large-scale health screenings.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional dried blood spot (DBS) sampling methods do not separate blood cells and plasma, limiting the types of analyses that can be performed and potentially affecting accuracy due to variations in hematocrit. Conventional venous blood draws are invasive, require trained healthcare providers, and are not always suitable for remote or high-throughput applications.
Solution
SampleFacts offers a blood sampling card that enables instant separation of blood cells and plasma at the point of collection, addressing the limitations of traditional DBS methods. The device uses a combination of filtering and absorbing membranes within a kirigami-inspired design to separate whole blood into distinct fractions. These fractions are then dried separately on the card, allowing for convenient storage and transport at ambient temperatures without the need for cold chain logistics. The separated samples facilitate a broader range of analyses, including multi-omics approaches, and eliminate hematocrit-related variability.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes researchers in academic and pharmaceutical settings, clinical trial organizers, and healthcare providers seeking convenient, reliable, and scalable blood sampling solutions for biobanking, diagnostics, and personalized medicine.
Features
- Simultaneous collection of blood cells and plasma samples from a single finger prick
- Instant separation of blood fractions using filtering and absorbing membranes
- Dried samples stable at room temperature for easy transport and storage
- Suitable for a wide range of analyses, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics
- Designed for automated handling and analysis procedures, compatible with high-throughput systems like Hamilton easyPunch STARlet
- Compact storage, allowing for repeated sampling of each blood fraction
- Eco-friendly practices, reducing waste and eliminating the need for refrigeration