Berlin (ots) – – DoctorBox, Europe’s leading all-in-one healthcare market, expands its range of digital diagnostics with a full portfolio of home tests starting November 2022. – DoctorBox users can determine important values from home health and take advantage of the offers of prevention: a precautionary test PPE provides eg. B. Early indication of a possible risk of prostate cancer, an amino acid profile reveals a possible lack of vital protein building blocks, a fatty acid analysis provides information on possible heart health risks and testing for heart health. hemoglobin is used for the first clarification of possible anemia. These tests complement the Covid-19 antibody test already provided by DoctorBox in 2020. – High convenience for users: DoctorBox home tests work with dry blood, only a few drops of blood are needed from the fingertip. All tests can be performed comfortably and easily at home. – A further expansion of the range of home tests is planned. The tests can be ordered online in the DoctorBox Shop (https://shop.doctorbox.de/) and will in future also be available in partner pharmacies throughout Germany. – All home test results are transmitted digitally, securely and automatically to the user’s respective DoctorBox medical account.
Over a million users already use the DoctorBox health assistant, among other things. As a certified medical product, it provides an initial assessment of existing symptoms and directs users to suitable specialists and pharmacies without media discontinuity. With the new home tests, a further simplification is now available for DoctorBox users to test for disease symptoms at home and to improve disease prevention.
Simple and discreet use and fast, digital and secure results
The procedure is as follows: Users enter their symptoms in the DoctorBox app healthcare assistant. On this basis, an artificial intelligence provides an assessment of which condition could be causing the symptoms. For further clarification – if indicated by the doctor – a home test is recommended. If the healthcare assistant detects an amino acid deficiency, for example, DoctorBox users are advised to do a home test for a so-called aminogram in the next step. DoctorBox users can then perform a test independently, at home and quickly get a digitally transmitted test result without having to visit a doctor first. Home tests can also be done without prior symptom check-up, simply for health checks. You can order them directly online. Alternatively, users are advised the pharmacies in the immediate vicinity.
The analysis is performed in selected and certified laboratories using relevant and validated biomarkers, eg. B. identify nutritional deficiencies, allergies, hormonal status, stress and fitness levels. The transfer of data to the DoctorBox health account takes place according to the highest security standards, end-to-end encrypted.
Benefits for users
The result of the respective test is displayed directly in the DoctorBox medical account using clear diagrams and very detailed information, and further actions are recommended. For example, as part of the lipid metabolism analysis – information is provided here on which foods should be reduced to what extent and how users can easily and directly incorporate adjustments into their daily routine.
For further support / advice, users are then directed digitally or in person to the appropriate pharmacy or doctor’s office, which will view the test results and take care of further care and, if necessary, follow-up checks. In this way, symptoms can be countered more quickly and the course of the disease can be alleviated.
The new home tests at a glance
hemoglobin test
The DoctorBox hemoglobin test determines the level of hemoglobin in the blood to check for deficiency or excess of the iron-containing protein complex and, if necessary, to prevent anemia (low blood count). Insufficient amount of hemoglobin in the blood can cause fatigue, hair loss, headache, dizziness, or other symptoms. If the hemoglobin level is high, thickening of the blood can cause visual disturbances or muscle pain. Therefore, the goal is to normalize the hemoglobin level.
The causes of a hemoglobin deficiency can be, for example, an insufficient amount of iron, folic acid or vitamin B12 in the diet. Excessive blood loss, alcoholism, bone marrow disease, or sickle cell anemia can also cause a deficiency. Too high a hemoglobin level can be caused, for example, by heart and lung disease, smoking or dehydration.
The test is particularly interesting, for example, for consumers who are already taking iron supplements (pregnant women, people with heavy menstruation or groups of people with limited eating habits) and who would like to check their effect in a simple and uncomplicated way. by means of a follow-up test at the pharmacy.
PPE precaution
The DoctorBox PSA test is designed to help detect prostate cancer early so it can be treated more effectively. The tumor marker PSA (prostate specific antigen) is used to monitor progression and to diagnose prostate cancer. The PSA test measures its concentration in the blood serum. Men particularly between 45 and 74 years old should check the value at least once a year.
However, many men avoid going to the doctor, for example because of difficulty in finding an appointment or because of the time it takes. The annual check-up is therefore often avoided, especially in asymptomatic patients. Home tests ensure high quality clarifications without wasting time. They are clinically validated and can therefore be equated with the results of a laboratory test at the time of blood collection.
Fat metabolism analysis
With a well-functioning fat metabolism, not only athletes significantly increase their endurance and performance. The better fat burning works, the more fuel is available to the body. For example, fat metabolism plays an important role in heart health. Each person has an individual metabolism and tolerates individual nutrients differently, so the DoctorBox lipid metabolism test once a year makes sense.
The DoctorBox lipid metabolism analysis tests 11 fatty acids and cholesterol and can thus measure cardiovascular health. It helps in dietary adjustments and is therefore particularly recommended for use by overweight people, people with eating disorders and people with diabetes and rheumatic diseases. Adjusting the diet can also help people with allergies and pregnant women.
It is beneficial to do one test before the diet adjustment and one after (about 10 weeks), as this will show successes. In addition to the test result, the lipid metabolism analysis includes a counseling supplement that provides suggestions for dietary adjustments.
Amino acid profile
An amino acid test reveals whether the body is sufficiently supplied with the most important amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins and humans need them for almost all processes in the body. They are responsible for the immune system, for the formation of hormones and enzymes, and for building muscle, skin and hair. A deficiency in amino acids can therefore trigger physical and psychological problems.
Essential amino acids are not produced by the body and can only be obtained from food. A balanced diet is equally important to adequately cover the needs with animal proteins or a combination of different vegetable proteins such as cereals and legumes.
An amino acid test can therefore help improve intake. If the result is available, recommendations for action on nutrition or any necessary dietary supplements are provided.
Covid-19 antibody test
The DoctorBox COVID-19 “BeTroBox” antibody test is an easy-to-use dry blood test. The human body forms antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 both during natural infections and after vaccination. The BeTroBox antibody test can be used to determine whether antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 have formed in the body, after contact with the virus or after a vaccination. The submitted sample will be tested by the medical laboratory for coronavirus antibodies (SARS-CoV-2), including a medical report.
About DoctorBox:
2016 of Priv. Doctor Doctor Founded by Oliver Miltner and tech entrepreneur Stefan Heilmann, DoctorBox is now one of the largest independent healthcare markets in Europe. More than 1 million registered users have a DoctorBox medical account for the daily management of their health. The DoctorBox health account centralizes important health data. In addition, DoctorBox offers a growing number of diagnostic, pharmaceutical and medical services. DoctorBox is available in several languages, is end-to-end encrypted and ISO 27001 certified. In this way, the course of therapy can be better understood together with the treating physicians and health can be sustainably improved for a healthier and healthier life. longer. Furthermore, DoctorBox users can choose right from the start: save their data locally on their smartphone or use the highly secure DoctorBox servers on German soil.
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