To: Robin who wrote (3693 ) 6/29/1998 3:12:00 PM From: JanyBlueEyes Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 5736
FACT: Spectrx's device is a "one shot deal" Chromatics' devices all have the capability of "keeping track" of the tests that are performed within the device. This data can be downloaded into a computer and a report generated. The Spectrx device does NOT have this capability - therefore more work is needed to be done by the nurse/technician to KEEP TRACK of the numbers. TLc-BiliTest(TM) System Products: TLc-BiliSensor(TM) The TLc-BiliSensor(TM) is a non-invasive, battery operated, light weight (320 grams/12.7 oz.) Trans-Light-Cutaneous-Bilirubin Monitor. Using photo-electric diode color science technology, the device flashes a light on the skin and performs a color measurement to detect the yellow content of the newborn's skin and provides a numerical result in mg./dl. corresponding to the serum bilirubin within a useful range. The TLc-BiliSensor(TM) is used with an individual TLc-Lensette(TM) calibration standard, and comes with a TLc-Flash Ram(TM) or TLc-SofTest Diskette(TM) with the TLc-Soft Program and an RS232 cable. This model offers optional rechargeable batteries or 4 AA batteries. The TLc-BiliSensor(TM) comes in a soft durable case. TLc-Soft-Pak(TM) The TLc-Soft-Pak(TM) includes a TLc-BiliSensor(TM), a TLc-Touch(TM) palmtop computer and and RS232 cable and is packaged in a durable, soft, shoulder strap carry case. The TLc-Touch(TM) palmtop computer features the TLc-Soft(TM) program on a TLc-Flash Ram(TM) card. The TLc-Soft-Pak(TM) is used with the TLc-Lensette(TM) individual calibration standards. This model offers 4 AA batteries for the TLc-Sensor(TM) and 2 AA batteries for the TLc-Touch(TM) palm top of optional, rechargeable batteries. TLc-System(TM) (mini-case) The TLc-System(TM) (mini-case) includes a TLc-BiliSensor(TM), a TLc-Touch(TM) palmtop computer and a 40 column thermal printer packaged in a light weight portable carry case. The TLc-Touch(TM) palmtop features the TLc-Soft(TM) program on a TLc-Flash Ram(TM) card. The TLc-System(TM) is used withthe TLc-Lensette(TM) individual calibrations standards. This model offers and optional rechargeable battery feature. TLc-Briefcase System (TM) The TLc-BriefcaseSystem(TM) includes an electrically powered TLc-BiliSensor, A TLc-Laptop(tm) 512K computer, a 40 column thermal printer, and is run on AC power only. The TLc-Laptop(TM) features the TLc-Soft(TM) program on the TLc-SofTest Diskette(TM), and is used with the TLc-Lensette(TM) individual calibration standard. TLc-Lensette(TM) & TLc-LensPak(TM) The TLc Lensette(TM) is an individual, proprietary calibration and verification standard for each use of the TLc-BiliSensor(TM) to ensure accuracy of the color measurement and to prevent cross-contamination between patients. The TLc-Lensettes(TM) are available packaged 25 per box (TLc-LensPak(TM) )