SimpleFluidics Mini-lab to take your own blood sample at home

Challenge

In many parts of the world, especially in remote or under-resourced regions, blood collection is a logistical challenge. Traditional methods require trained personnel, sterile environments, and controlled transport conditions. Blood2Collect, a KU Leuven initiative, aimed to revolutionize this process by enabling patients to take their own blood samples at home.

Solution

Our team engineered a compact, user-friendly device that automates blood collection. The device collects the exact amount of blood via a simple finger prick, dries it on paper, and fits into a cartridge the size of a bank card—ready to be mailed to a lab. The cartridge design ensures ease of use, safety, and compatibility with standard postal systems.