SCIENCE APPLICATIONS: non-invasive measurements of cells and small animals, temperature monitoring of experiments, 4-parameter (2 fluorescence, side scatter, and forward scatter) flow cytometry applications, multiplexed gene expression analysis using nanostrips, biomarker measurements of cell changes, flexible assay capability for space research community, use of rHEALTH X in Microgravity Sciences Glovebox or Disposable Glove Bag to solve sample transfer issue. CREW HEALTH APPLICATIONS: real-time monitoring of astronaut health status, heart rate monitoring to detect arrhythmias, temperature to assess infection or fever, respiratory rate to determine breathing capability, EKG to measure rate and rhythm disturbances, SpO2 to measure respiratory function, measurement of overall physiological function, study of bone health via 25-OH vitamin D, assessment of immune function via TNFα, study of space radiation effects, systematic monitoring of astronaut health status during trainings, acute determination of trauma and blood loss. POINT-OF-CARE DIAGNOSTICS: real-time health monitoring, real-time intervention, measurement of leukocytes to diagnose infection and inflammation, portable EKG to allow immediate measurement of heart rate and rhythms, temperature to assess infection and fever, respiratory rate to measure breath capability, SpO2 to measure oxygenation and breathing changes, acute determination of trauma and blood loss, comprehensive portable health monitor with tripartite capabilities, healthcare diagnosis at home and in the field, consumer health management.
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