Thoratec, Inc.
Company announces a new name for point-of-care blood-analysis system
Published in Physician Law Weekly, April 7th, 2004
The newly designated "IRMA TRUpoint" measures pH, blood gases, hematocrit, electrolytes, and other chemistries.
"The new name reflects the system's unique advantages," said Lawrence Cohen, president of ITC. "IRMA TRUpoint delivers immediate, accurate results at a patient's bedside - the true point of hospital care. It enables clinicians to make more timely diagnoses and treatment decisions, ultimately resulting in improved patient care."
According to the company, IRMA TRUpoint...
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Source: Physician Law Weekly (2004-04-07)
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