EKF Diagnostics

EKF Diagnostics

Produces point-of-care diagnostics and related biotech

About EKF Diagnostics

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Why EKF Diagnostics is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Biotechnology

Healthcare

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Penarth, United Kingdom

Founded

1990

Overview

EKF Diagnostics develops, manufactures, and distributes diagnostic technologies and life-science materials for point-of-care testing, diabetes care, hematology, and biotech applications. Its products include near-patient in-vitro diagnostics devices, glucose monitoring systems, and hematology tools, plus enzymes, reagents, and beta-hydroxybutyrate products for research and pharma production, along with precision fermentation and contract manufacturing services. These products are designed to be used at or near the patient and, in some cases, coupled with data connectivity software to deliver quick, actionable results for clinicians and researchers. EKF aims to improve health outcomes by providing reliable diagnostics and biotech solutions that empower clinicians, scientists, and researchers to make informed decisions.

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What believers are saying

  • Blood Centers of America hematology deal expands US market presence for hemoglobin analyzers.
  • €4.65m African and Latin American hematology contracts drive production capacity expansion.
  • Beep Insights acquisition adds real-time glucose and lactate tracking with Bluetooth wearable integration.

What critics are saying

  • HemoCue 301 and Hemo Control outperform DiaSpect in AABB 2025 benchmark study accuracy.
  • Abbott's i-STAT dominates POC glucose/lactate testing with broader menu and superior IT integration.
  • Roche's cobas pulse AI-driven connectivity surpasses EKF Link, locking EKF out of hospital contracts.

What makes EKF Diagnostics unique

  • Rapid point-of-care hemoglobin analyzers (DiaSpect, Hemo Control) enable decentralized donor screening.
  • EKF Link software platform integrates POC devices with hospital and laboratory IT systems.
  • Diversified product portfolio spans glucose, lactate, hematology across veterinary, sports, and clinical settings.

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Health Insurance

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Company News

EKF Diagnostics
Oct 13th, 2025
Connect with EKF at AABB 2025 in San Diego, USA

Connect with EKF at AABB 2025 in San Diego, USA. EKF Diagnostics will be exhibiting at the AABB Annual Meeting 2025, taking place 25 - 28 October 2025 at the San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, CA, USA. EKF delivers diagnostic technologies and biotechnology solutions, empowering healthcare and medical providers to make informed clinical decisions through point-of-care testing and life sciences applications. EKF Diagnostics is delighted to announce that EKF will be presenting new data at AABB 2025. Join EKF Diagnostics in the Poster Hall (SDCC Exhibit Hall F-H, AABB Learning Theater) to view: In this study, EKF Diagnostics benchmark the DiaSpect Tm hemoglobin analyzer against HemoCue 301, Hemo Control, and ABL90 Flex - all using venous whole blood. The results show excellent agreement, clinically acceptable biases, and underline DiaSpect Tm's key benefits: rapid results, portability, and ease of use. These attributes make it an excellent option for mobile and decentralized donor screening. You can also visit EKF at Booth #1210 to explore its latest diagnostic solutions that support accurate, reliable, and efficient testing. Some of its featured solutions include: * Hemo Control - A hemoglobin and hematocrit analyzer designed to provide quick lab-quality results from one simple test, enhancing patient care in blood banks, hospitals, and medical offices. * DiaSpect Tm - A hand-held hemoglobin analyzer delivering immediate lab-quality results in just one second, making it a valuable tool for screening and testing, essential for remote or mobile settings. * EKF Link - Explore EKF Link, its versatile software platform that connects point-of-care devices seamlessly to hospital and laboratory IT systems. The 2025 AABB Annual Meeting brings together the latest research and practice-changing resources for the fields of blood and biotherapies. Colleagues from throughout the world attend to connect, network, learn and advance the field. Don't hesitate to contact your EKF Sales representative or email [email protected] to arrange a dedicated meeting. EKF leads the way with cutting-edge point-of-care diagnostic solutions that empower healthcare professionals and patients with rapid, accurate, accessible testing capabilities and results. Its technologies enable informed decision-making, timely interventions, and improved patient outcomes at the point-of-care. EKF Diagnostics look forward to welcoming you to AABB 2025 and exploring how EKF's diagnostic solutions can support your healthcare needs. For specific event enquiries please contact [email protected]. For all other product enquiries, sales enquiries, technical support enquiries or anything else regarding its Point-of-Care, Life Sciences, or Central Laboratory products and services please visit its contact page.

Med-Tech Innovation News
Jul 19th, 2024
EKF Diagnostics launches Biosen C-Line glucose and Lactate analyser

EKF Diagnostics Holdings, the AIM-listed global diagnostics business, has announced the launch of its new Biosen C-Line (Biosen), an advanced version of its industry leading rapid benchtop glucose and lactate analyser.

ADVFN
Mar 7th, 2024
IBL Intl.Brand

In October 2022, EKF launched a new version of DiaSpect Tm, now powered by EKF Link, enabling new functions like Hematocrit calculation, quality control management and patient data management functions.

Top PR News
Nov 14th, 2023
Transport Media Market Size, Share, Analysis, Growth, Trends, Industry Report 2023-203| Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Becton, Dickinson and Company, Puritan Medical Products Co. LLC, HiMedia Laboratories Pvt. Ltd.

For instance, in July 2020, EKF Diagnostics, a UK-based medical diagnostic and healthcare company, launched the PrimeStore MTM, a novel molecular transport media for simultaneous COVID-19 and influenza sampling.

Top PR News
Nov 13th, 2023
Animal Therapeutics And Diagnostics Market Projected Growth Rate Through 2023-2032

For instance, in December 2022, EKF Diagnostics, a UK-based vitro diagnostics company, launched a new version of the Lactate Scout analyzer for veterinary applications.

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