Life Sci Space Res (Amst) November 2021 PMID 34689947

Spaceflight validation of technology for point-of-care monitoring of peripheral blood WBC and differential in astronauts during space missions.

Brian Crucian, Russell Valentine, Kimesha Calaway, Rachael Miller, Kathleen Rubins, Michael Hopkins, Zachary Salas, Stephanie Krieger, George Makedonas, Mayra Nelman-Gonzalez, Kathleen McMonigal, Gail Perusek, Kris Lehnhardt, Benjamin Easter

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Discussions reflect a general positive outlook on the technological advancements, with phrases like 'successful operation' and 'validation of technology,' demonstrating recognition of scientific progress. The tone is informative but also enthusiastic, emphasizing the significance of real-time blood monitoring for astronaut health management and long-duration missions.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support and recognition of the importance of space medicine advancements, highlighting the success of real-time blood monitoring technologies in space.

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Participants show moderate interest, discussing technical details and potential benefits without deep technical dives, but with some enthusiasm about the progress.

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The posts reference significant details such as NASA's first real-time hematology in space and the validation process, indicating engaged and thoughtful discussion.

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The validation of this technology is seen as a meaningful step towards improved health management in space, with some noting its potential for future missions like Artemis.

Abstract in brief

  • The study focused on validating a small, robust device to quickly monitor white blood cell counts and differential during space missions, addressing the current lack of clinical lab capabilities aboard the ISS.
  • Ground and inflight tests showed the device generally performed well, with comparable results between space and Earth conditions, though some discrepancies were linked to storage of control solutions rather than microgravity effects.
  • The research provided important insights into equipment design, operation in microgravity, and crew training, highlighting the device's potential to improve health monitoring and immune management for astronauts on long-duration missions like Artemis.]

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Spaceflight validation of technology for point-of-care monitoring of peripheral blood WBC and differential in astronauts during space missions. Study dissection 1/10 #spacemedicine #wbc #spacemeds #pointofcare #astronaut https://t.co/3DvjC9YYTy

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Awesome #HRP #HRPIWS #HRPIWS2022 talk just wrapped up. Successful @ISS_Research operation marked “the first time NASA has performed real-time hematology in space” - Dr. Gail Perusek. Crucian et al., 2021 @Astro_illini @AerospaceDr @Astro_Kate7 @beasterMD https://t.co/Lc1li7jGaB

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Real-Time Blood Testing Technology for Space Missions

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Awesome #HRP #HRPIWS #HRPIWS2022 talk just wrapped up. Successful @ISS_Research operation marked “the first time NASA has performed real-time hematology in space” - Dr. Gail Perusek. Crucian et al., 2021 @Astro_illini @AerospaceDr @Astro_Kate7 @beasterMD https://t.co/Lc1li7jGaB

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Spaceflight validation of technology for point-of-care monitoring of peripheral blood WBC and differential in astronauts during space missions. Study dissection 1/10 #spacemedicine #wbc #spacemeds #pointofcare #astronaut https://t.co/3DvjC9YYTy

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