COVID-19 Has Crystallized the Need for Effective Diagnostics at the Point-of-Need
COVID-19 Has Crystallized the Need for Effective Diagnostics at the Point-of-Need
COVID-19 Has Crystallized the Need for Effective Diagnostics at the Point-of-Need
COVID-19 Has Crystallized the Need for Effective Diagnostics at the Point-of-Need
COVID-19 Has Crystallized the Need for Effective Diagnostics at the Point-of-Need
But No One is Listening
Our Immune-System is Talking to Us
At-Home Monitoring of
Chronic Inflammation
A Novel Point-of-Care Testing Platform
Enabled by Q-SENS & Powered by AI
Our Mission is to empower individuals by unlocking real-time insights into their immune system and health, making personal wellness accessible and actionable for everyone.
Acute vs. Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is the body’s natural defense mechanism, activating immune responses to protect against infections, injuries, and other threats. Acute inflammation serves as an immediate, short-term response to these issues, aiming for quick resolution and healing. However, when inflammation becomes persistent, it transitions into chronic inflammation, which can silently harm tissues over time and contribute to numerous chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and autoimmune disorders. Understanding and managing inflammation levels through timely, accurate monitoring is crucial to maintaining long-term health and preventing the progression of chronic diseases.
Why monitor inflammation?
Monitoring inflammation provides critical insights into our immune system's activity, helping to detect potential health risks before they develop into serious conditions. Chronic inflammation is often silent, yet it’s a known driver of many long-term health issues, from heart disease and arthritis to metabolic disorders and cancer. Regularly tracking inflammation levels empowers individuals and healthcare providers to make informed, proactive decisions about lifestyle and treatment, ultimately supporting early intervention, improved management of chronic diseases, and better overall health outcomes.
Source: Meeting Report. Nature Immunology, Vol.18, #11 November 2017
Monitoring Critical Immune-System Pathways
Chronic inflammation plays a foundational role in the development and progression of numerous health conditions, impacting critical immune pathways that influence long-term health. In cardiovascular disease, persistent inflammation contributes to the formation and rupture of atherosclerotic plaques, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke [Libby, P., 2002, Inflammation in atherosclerosis.]. Autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, are also driven by dysregulated inflammatory pathways, where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, leading to pain, joint damage, and organ complications [McInnes, I.B., & Schett, G. (2007). Cytokines in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis. Nature Reviews Immunology].
22 Cytokines Involved in Critical Disease Promoting Pathways
Source: Cytokines: From Clinical Significance to Quantification, Advanced Science Adv. Sci. 2021, 8, 2004433 (Apr. 2021)
​In metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes, chronic low-grade inflammation interferes with insulin signaling and glucose metabolism, exacerbating blood sugar levels and furthering disease progression [Donath, M.Y., & Shoelson, S.E. (2011). Type 2 diabetes as an inflammatory disease. Nature Reviews Immunology].
Emerging research also links chronic inflammation with mental health conditions, including depression, where elevated inflammatory markers like cytokines IL-6 and CRP are commonly found in affected individuals. This “inflammatory hypothesis” of depression suggests that persistent immune activation may contribute to mood dysregulation and depressive symptoms [Dantzer, R., et al. (2008). From inflammation to sickness and depression: when the immune system subjugates the brain. Nature Reviews Neuroscience].
By tracking key biomarkers associated with these immune pathways, such as cytokines, we can gain valuable insights into the body’s inflammatory state and better understand its implications for individual health risks. Monitoring these markers offers a powerful tool for early detection, personalized treatment planning, and disease management, enabling both patients and healthcare providers to take informed, preventive action before chronic conditions worsen.
Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence for Precision Health
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing healthcare by transforming complex biological data into actionable insights that drive better patient outcomes. In inflammation monitoring, AI algorithms can analyze patterns across numerous biomarkers, identifying subtle shifts that signal disease onset or progression. By integrating data from diverse sources—including real-time biomarker levels, patient history, and lifestyle factors—AI can reveal personalized health trends, predict risks, and guide tailored treatment strategies with unparalleled accuracy.
AI also plays a crucial role in making early diagnosis and intervention more accessible, particularly for chronic conditions influenced by inflammation, such as cardiovascular diseases, autoimmune disorders, and mental health conditions like depression. By processing vast amounts of data with speed and precision, AI enables healthcare providers to detect health changes at their earliest stages, empowering proactive care that can prevent or slow the development of chronic disease.
The promise of AI in health monitoring lies in its potential to make precision health a reality, bringing together real-time data, predictive insights, and personalized care to improve health outcomes on an individual and global scale.
Empowering Health with At-Home Inflammation Monitoring
At-home monitoring of chronic inflammation marks a transformative shift in healthcare, enabling individuals to track their immune health with convenience and precision. Chronic inflammation often progresses silently, with no immediate symptoms, yet it can contribute to a range of serious conditions, including heart disease, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and even depression. By bringing advanced inflammation monitoring into the home, we empower individuals to keep a close watch on these crucial health indicators, catching early warning signs and facilitating timely interventions.
Using Q-SENS technology, our platform provides central lab accuracy in a simple, user-friendly format that delivers real-time insights within minutes. By monitoring a large panel of inflammation biomarkers, individuals can track changes in their body’s inflammatory state over time, making it easier to identify patterns and trends that may impact their health. With this data, users can make informed decisions and share insights with their healthcare providers, fostering a more collaborative and proactive approach to long-term health management.
At-home inflammation monitoring supports a new era of personalized healthcare, where individuals play an active role in managing their health, potentially reducing the need for frequent doctor visits and improving overall wellness through informed, data-driven decisions.
