The Abbott i‑STAT 1 System by Abbott Laboratories is a compact, portable point-of-care diagnostic analyzer designed to deliver rapid and accurate laboratory-quality results directly at the patient’s bedside. This handheld system uses advanced disposable microfluidic cartridges with biosensor technology to analyze a small whole blood sample (arterial, venous, or capillary) and measure multiple critical parameters including blood gases (pH, pCO₂, pO₂), electrolytes (Na⁺, K⁺, Cl⁻, ionized Ca²⁺), and chemistry markers such as glucose, creatinine, lactate, and BUN. With a sample volume of approximately 65–95 µL and result time of about 2–10 minutes, the device provides fast clinical data for emergency departments, ICUs, operation theaters, ambulances, and remote healthcare settings. The system features an easy-to-use interface, LCD display, rechargeable battery operation, and wireless connectivity for seamless integration with LIS/HIS hospital systems, making it an ideal solution for rapid bedside diagnostics and critical care decision-making. Keywords: Point-of-Care Analyzer, Portable Blood Analyzer, Blood Gas Analyzer, Electrolyte Analyzer, Rapid Diagnostic Device, Handheld Laboratory Analyzer, Critical Care Testing. Hashtags: #PointOfCareTesting #iSTAT #BloodGasAnalyzer #ElectrolyteAnalyzer #POCT #RapidDiagnostics #CriticalCare #HospitalEquipment #MedicalTechnology #HealthcareInnovation.
