Tampa General Hospital Adopts New Diagnostic Test for Sepsis Care
What happened
Tampa General Hospital adopted MeMed BV®, an FDA-cleared diagnostic test, to aid in the rapid detection of sepsis. This adoption followed extensive research conducted by physicians from Tampa General Hospital and USF Health. The technology provides results in approximately 15 minutes and has been integrated into the hospital's electronic health record workflow for emergency department patients.
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Why it matters
The integration of this advanced diagnostic technology into clinical workflows supports faster decision-making for emergency care teams. This effort builds upon Tampa General Hospital's nationally recognized commitment to improving sepsis care.
Tampa General Hospital operates as an academic health system with USF Health and ranks highly according to U.S. News & World Report.
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Who's involved
- USF HealthCollaborated on research regarding sepsis care.
- Tampa General HospitalAdopted the new diagnostic test to improve sepsis care.
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The entities involved
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USF Health
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Tampa General Hospital
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