This developer of contrast injector systems and virtual colonoscopy technology will again highlight EZ Chem, a point-of-care blood analyzer device for testing creatinine levels in the CT suite as a means of avoiding contrast-induced allergic reactions.
First introduced as a work-in-progress at the 2005 RSNA show, EZ Chem enables users to conduct blood assays of patients prior to an exam to evaluate their kidney function prior to IV contrast administration. The product is pending clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and will again be shown as a work-in-progress, according to E-Z-EM of Lake Success, NY.
EZ Chem analyzes a pin-prick sample of blood in less than 30 seconds, and has an accuracy comparable to lab results, the company said. It uses a four-step testing process, and no calibration is required. Test strips can be stored at room temperature.
By Brian Casey
AuntMinnie.com staff writer
October 26, 2006
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