Sanguina has developed AnemoCheck Mobile, a smartphone application that utilizes color analysis of fingernail capillary beds to estimate hemoglobin levels non-invasively. This technology provides individuals with immediate insights into their risk of iron deficiency and anemia, addressing the need for accessible and timely health monitoring.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Many individuals lack convenient and immediate methods for monitoring their hemoglobin levels, especially those at risk of iron deficiency and anemia. Traditional blood tests are invasive, require a visit to a clinic or lab, and can be costly, creating barriers to frequent monitoring. This lack of accessible testing can lead to delayed detection and management of iron deficiency and anemia.
Solution
Sanguina offers AnemoCheck Mobile, a smartphone application that estimates hemoglobin levels non-invasively through color analysis of fingernail capillary beds. Users take a picture of their fingernails with their smartphone camera, and the application's algorithm analyzes the color to provide an estimate of their hemoglobin levels. This allows individuals to quickly and easily gain insights into their risk of iron deficiency and anemia from the comfort of their own homes. The app aims to make anemia screening more accessible, enabling earlier detection and proactive management of iron levels.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individuals at risk of iron deficiency and anemia, such as women of childbearing age, pregnant women, individuals with chronic conditions, and those seeking convenient at-home health monitoring solutions.
Features
- Non-invasive hemoglobin estimation using smartphone camera and color analysis of fingernail capillary beds
- Proprietary algorithm that correlates nail bed color with hemoglobin levels
- User-friendly mobile application available on major smartphone platforms
- Option to purchase tests individually or in packs as in-app purchases
- Ability to track and monitor hemoglobin levels over time
- Educational resources on iron deficiency and anemia