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.