Quark PFT

Full modularity and networking for truly customised Lung Function testing solutions

OVERVIEW

Quark PFT is a modular and compact Pulmonary Function Testing system which allows accurate, repeatable, and low cost tests.

It has been designed to meet any physician’s configuration requirement, either a fullly-featured PFT system or a basic configuration for a private practice start-up.

Quark PFT is powered by OMNIA, the new software platform, entirely designed and developed by COSMED.

All Quark PFT modules comply with ATS/ERS standards.

Quark PFT is a medical device.

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KEY FEATURES

True modularity

Quark PFT modular and expandable architecture makes it the ideal solution for a complete Lung Function and Metabolic laboratory in a single device, ensuring low operational costs and quick and easy serviceability.

Intuitive workflow

OMNIA advanced and seamless workflow allows operates devices without the need a long adaptation period by guiding users through daily routines from data entry to test interpretation.

Automatic interpretation

A powerful interpretation algorithm automatically processes results based on the latest scientific guidelines and provides interpretive text strings, including numerical results and graphical data.

Compliant

Quark PFT and OMNIA comply with latest international guidelines, including ATS/ERS standards for spirometry, DLCO and Forced Oscillation.

Network ready

Quark PFT can be installed as a single stand-alone workstation or in a network environment (small or large network), with the possibility to share data with the HIS.

OMNIA Software

Quark PFT includes OMNIA, the modular software suite from COSMED with an innovative user interface. OMNIA's intuitive workflow allows users to operate devices with no need for a long adaptation period.

PRODUCT INSIGHT

Quark PFT modular architecture allows to configure the device based on any kind of requirement. This cost-effective solution gives the opportunity to scale at any time to a more complex configuration.

Modules

Explore the standard and optional modules for the Quark PFT

Spirometry

(Standard)
- Complete Spirometry testing (FVC, SVC, MVV, Pre/Post Bronchodilator)
- Choice of different flowmeter technologies (Pneumotach or Turbine)
- Integrated dosimeter for accurate and easy bronchial challenge tests (optional)
- Compliant with latest ATS/ERS standards
Body Plethysmography

(Option)
- All-in-one Testing for Lung Volumes and Airways Resistance
- Cabin volume optimized for comfort whilst maintaining a high sensitivity to volume changes
- Compensation box for external pressure interference elimination
- Simulated test with optional Erlenmeyer flask for research and routine quality control
Lung Diffusing Capacity

(Option)
- DLCO Single Breath with Breath Hold and Intra-Breath techniques
- DLCO 3 equations method
- Mass Balance technique for highly accurate Alveolar Volume
- Membrane Diffusing Capacity
- Simultaneous Lung volume measurement
Nitrogen Washout

(Option)
- Multi-breath Nitrogen Wash-out
- Single-breath Nitrogen Wash-out
- Lung volume measurement and lung distribution analysis inhaling 100% O2
- Automatic detection of wash-out curves and slopes
Walk tests

(Option)
- Integrated SpO2 monitor (optional)
- Wireless and Holter modes
- Custom and standard walking protocols including 6MWT, Incremental and Endurance Shuttle Walk Tests
- Suitable for Titration tests and High Altitude Simulation Test (HAST)
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Respiratory Mechanics

(Option)
- Indecies of respiratory muscle strength: Maximum Inspiratory/Expiratory Pressure (MIP/MEP)
- Respiratory Drive (P0.1)
- Measurement with enriched O2 or CO2 inspiratory mixture
- Fully compliant with ATS/ERS Guidelines
Airway Resistance

(Option)
- Airway resistance by Interrupter technique (Rint)
- High reproducibility and correlation with body plethysmography tests
- Ideal for testing uncooperative subjects (e.g. critically ill patients, children)
- Dedicated handle with pneumotach flowmeter
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Forced Oscillations

(Option)
- Total Respiratory Impedance measurement using a Pseudo Random Noise Signal
- Ideal for uncooperative patients
- Recognized reference method for assessment of pre-school children
- Compliant with latest ATS/ERS guidelines
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Metabolic

(Option)
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET) and Resting Energy Expenditure (REE) assessment
- Breath-by-breath technology
- Physical mixing chamber for maximum accuracy at high ventilations (optional)
- Independently validated for exercise and resting applications
- Highly customizable, including protocols, graphs and data display

Accessories

Gallery of Quark PFT accessories

Carts

ACCESSORIES

Flexible range of medical-grade carts for clinical and research purposes

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Mixing Chamber

ACCESSORIES

Ideal solution for highly accurate measurements during exercise in research and elite sport applications

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AMIS 24 Mixing Chamber

ACCESSORIES

The ultimate version with adaptive volume feature. Accuracy comparable to the gold standard Douglas bag method

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Blood Pressure

ACCESSORIES

Automated and non-invasive blood pressure monitor for cardiac stress and exercise testing
Pulse Oximeter

ACCESSORIES

High quality Pulse Oximeters for integrated oxygen saturimetry during rest or stress testing
Heart Rate Monitors

ACCESSORIES

Chest belts for Heart Rate (HR) integration during metabolic tests either with Bluetooth or ANT+ technologies
Cardiac Output

ACCESSORIES

Non-invasive cardiac output monitors for the assessment of performance limiting factors
Face Masks

ACCESSORIES

Multi-use silicone face masks with headgear for comfortable leak-free resting and exercise gas exchange measurements

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Respiratory filters

ACCESSORIES

Ergonomic filters with high filtration efficiency prevent cross-contamination during all tests.

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