Implantable Sensor Detects Blood Flow, Concentration

Dec-21-16 A tiny sensor able to measure blood flow velocity under the skin could help track healing, detect altitude sickness, and more.

Developed by the Kyocera Corporation, the tiny optical sensor can be implanted in subcutaneous tissue. A laser in the sensor will shine a light on the skin and blood vessel, while a photodiode will convert the reflected light into an electrical signal. By comparing the emitted light to the reflected light, the device can estimate the speed of the red blood cells, as well as their concentration.

Currently, the sensor is limited to use in areas with a great deal of blood near the surface of the skin, such as the fingers or forehead.

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