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High blood ketones are associated with elevated breath acetone, and are indicative of the dangerous condition diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Oxford Medical Diagnostics has developed an affordable sensor technology suitable for home use that can measure breath acetone and provide a non-invasive early warning of this condition. This project deals with the industrial design of the device and its initial clinical assessment.
| Project | Breath ketone analysis for improved diabetes management |
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| Description |
High blood ketones are associated with elevated breath acetone, and are indicative of the dangerous condition diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). Oxford Medical Diagnostics has developed an affordable sensor technology suitable for home use that can measure breath acetone and provide a non-invasive early warning of this condition. This project deals with the industrial design of the device and its initial clinical assessment. |
| Funding | £ 699,263 |
| Competition | Competition 5 - Better outcomes for people with Diabetes |
| Competition Date | September 2013 |
| Categories | Diabetes |
| Health Innovation Network Partner | Health Innovation Oxford & Thames Valley |