Mistral is an innovative diagnostic technology developed from the research collaboration between the University of Bari and Predict, an Apulian company specialized in in-vivo diagnostic systems and a partner of GE Healthcare.
The technology is based on breath analysis, a science that examines the organic compounds present in exhaled breath. With a simple puff, Mistral collects these compounds in a cartridge, which is then sent to a specialized laboratory. This enables early and non-invasive diagnosis of a wide range of gastro-intestinal diseases, including colorectal cancer.
- How it works:
- The patient visits a hospital, pharmacy, or doctor's office to take the test.
- The patient blows into a disposable mouthpiece.
- The device collects the breath sample into a cartridge.
- The cartridge is sent to an analysis laboratory for examination.
- The diagnostic report is transmitted to the hospital and delivered to the patient.
- Benefits:
- For the patient: Non-invasive diagnosis and shorter waiting lists.
- For the physician: A safe, compact, portable, and easy-to-use device that can be connected to a PC, tablet, or smartphone via Wi-Fi.
- For the healthcare system: Reduction in prevention costs and increased target population for screening.
- Application:
- Early and non-invasive diagnosis of a wide range of gastro-intestinal pathologies, such as colorectal cancer, through breath analysis.
Technical Specifications / Features:
- Breath-based diagnostic technology
- Sample collection via disposable mouthpiece
- Sample stored in a cartridge
- Non-invasive and early diagnosis
- Portable and compact device
- Wi-Fi connectivity (PC, tablet, smartphone)
- Developed in partnership with the University of Bari and Predict
- Specialized for gastro-intestinal disease screening