What is AnemiaPhone?
09-01-2025
07:30 AM
1 min read

Overview:
AnemiaPhone, a technology developed by Cornell University researchers, has been transferred to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for integration into its programmes.
About AnemiaPhone:
- It is a technology developed by Cornell University (United States) researchers to accurately, quickly, and cheaply assess iron deficiency.
- It has been transferred to the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)for integration into its programmes for anemia alleviation, women’s health, and maternal and child health.
- AnemiaPhone would enable access to rapid screening and diagnosis of iron deficiency at the point of need.
- Iron deficiency is a leading cause of anemia, which affects 50% to 70% of pregnant women in India.
- How it Works?
- The technology requires a small finger stick, a drop of blood on a test strip similar to a COVID-19 home test, and a few minutes for the reader to assess.
- The information is uploaded to a clinical database via mobile phone, wireless tablet, or computer.
- Healthcare workers can interpret the test and provide guidance, triage and referral, or intervention on the spot.

Q1: What is anemia?
Anemia is when you have low levels of healthy red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout your body. Symptoms include fatigue, weakness and feeling short of breath. They can be mild or severe. Anemia may be life-threatening. Many things may cause it and there are different types of the condition. Treatment varies depending on why you have anemia.
Source: TH