Nottingham, UK | Quick Prick | NTU
Meningitis is a serious illness that often goes overlooked by university students, especially since it’s most likely to occur during this time. Its early symptoms are easily mistaken for flu-like illnesses like freshers’ flu particularly among first-year students.
I’ve developed a medical concept that takes a blood sample from the thumb to detect meningococcal levels. It informs the user of the result by connecting to an app on their mobile device and sending notifications via text message. The concept also uses the phone’s GPS so emergency services can locate the user instantly if needed.
It’s designed to be small and compact, fitting comfortably in the hand for maximum control. The product features a removable head for easy access to its components. Inside, there’s a replaceable needle and a strip that carries the blood sample into the device for testing. The results are shown on a light-up display on the outer casing.
An application was created to display visual data on a mobile device. It guides users on how to use the Quick Prick and connect their device by scanning the QR code on the packaging. The app then presents a simplified version of the three-level system the concept is based on:
Level 1 – a viral infection that can be treated at home.
Level 2 – a bacterial infection that prompts you to inform your local GP.
Level 3 – life-threatening and requiring immediate medical assistance.
Level 1 – a viral infection that can be treated at home.
Level 2 – a bacterial infection that prompts you to inform your local GP.
Level 3 – life-threatening and requiring immediate medical assistance.
