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Abstract

Systems and methods for medical diagnosis or risk assessment for a patient are provided. A fluid-testing microchip is described which includes a filter compartment configured to receive a fluid sample from an inlet port, wherein the filter compartment comprises a plurality of beads coated with a defoaming agent, a micro-pump configured to transfer the fluid sample from the filter compartment to a test compartment, and the test compartment comprising a test component configured to test the fluid sample. The systems include an instrument for reading or evaluating the test data. These systems and methods are designed to be employed at the point of care, such as in emergency rooms and operating rooms, or in any situation in which a rapid and accurate result is desired.

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