Picterus
About edit
Picterus AS is a Norwegian medical technology company developing smartphone-based screening solutions for neonatal jaundice. Founded in 2015 with 16 employees.
Product edit
Picterus Jaundice Pro edit
Picterus Jaundice Pro is a jaundice screening device consisting of:
- A smartphone app
- A color calibration card
The system turns any smartphone into a jaundice screening device, enabling parents and healthcare professionals to screen newborns for jaundice wherever they are. Key features:
- Approved for clinical use by healthcare professionals and caregivers
- Smart guidance ensures correct camera distance and positioning
- Quality check before photo capture
- Reliable results in seconds
- Color calibration card ensures accuracy
Clinical Need edit
Neonatal jaundice is common in newborns, and early detection is important to prevent serious complications (kernicterus). While healthcare professionals typically assess newborns after delivery, jaundice symptoms may not appear until a few days after birth — often after the mother and baby have left the hospital. Home screening addresses this critical window.
Market Position edit
Picterus competes with traditional bilirubin measurement methods (transcutaneous bilirubinometers, serum bilirubin). The smartphone-based approach offers significant cost and accessibility advantages for home use.