FeNO Testing. Made Simple.
Made Affordable. Without Limitations.
Quick and accurate measurement of FeNO. Without the expensive consumables and running costs.
The Bedfont® NObreath® is a simple to use, battery-powered handheld monitor that measures Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO) in the breath. The device has been designed for use in almost any clinical setting and can be used to test children as well as adults.
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An adult patient blows into the NObreath® for 12 seconds (children exhale for 10 seconds) giving an instant result for FeNO in ppb (parts per billion). The higher the FeNO reading the greater the inflammation in the airways.
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A 12-second test in 4 easy steps.
1
The mouthpiece
The mouthpiece is supplied wrapped and is a long tube that connects to the front of the monitor. It contains a one-way valve and a viral bacterial filter reducing the risk of cross-infection between patients. A NObreath® mouthpiece can be used multiple times by the same patient reducing the cost per test.
2
Initiate test
The monitor is easy to operate with its icon-based touchscreen display. Power up the monitor from the button located at the top of the monitor. Monitor warm up time is ≤60 seconds. To initiate the test, simply select the adult or child setting and follow the prompts.
3
Deep breath in…
When prompted, take a deep breath in and exhale. Very little respiratory effort is required. In order to succesfully complete the test, the breath should be exhaled at a steady flow for the duration of test. Resistance in the mouthpiece and the on-screen incentive help achieve this.
4
Test complete!
A green tick will appear if it is a good quality test. The reading will display immediatley afterwards as a single value in parts per billion on the screen. In accordance to the NICE guidance2, a reading of >40pbb is considered a positive test providing an indication that airway inflammation is present.
Free FeNO Chart PC Software Included
FeNOchart™ PC software comes free with the NObreath® monitor as standard. It allows for test results stored on the monitor to be downloaded via USB cable to any PC.
The software facilitates the electronic recording of FeNO test results with trending in order to easily track patient compliance to prescribed medication for better management of the condition.
A PDF report option allows for easy export and attachment to any patient record system in just a few clicks.
Key Features.
It can be used on adults and children
With simple on-screen prompts, the NObreath® can be used on both adults and children
SIMPLE TO USE TOUCHSCREEN CONTROL
Easy to follow icon based menus on a high resolution screen
Get accurate FeNO readings instantly
Obtain readings quickly, saving precious minutes in appointments
On-screen incentives for patient compliance
Ensures correct usage to obtain a good quality FeNO reading
Recommended
by NICE1
Tried and tested in clinical practice for diagnosis and monitoring of patients with Asthma
NO TEST LIMITS IMPOSED ON THE DEVICE
Low cost of ownership meaning you won’t need to replace the device after a certain amount of tests
Mouthpiece can be used more than once
Unlike other devices, the mouthpiece can be used by the same person more than once
Free PC Software
Download readings directly from the monitor and maintain a history using the free FeNOchart™ software.
60
Seconds Warm-Up Time400
Grams In Weight100
Tests On Fully Charged Battery
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Where to buy.
The Bedfont® NObreath® FeNO monitor and all available accessories and consumables are available to purchase exclusively from Intermedical Cardio Respiratory and Primary Care Supplies in the UK
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the NObreath® need to be serviced?
The device is recommended to be serviced once every 12 months.
What is the warranty on the NObreath®?
The device is covered with a 5 year limited manufacturer’s warranty.
Is it recommended by NICE?
Yes. NICE already recommend the NObreath® in the “Measuring fractional exhaled nitric oxide concentration in asthma” guidelines. Published 2nd April 2014.
Can the mouthpiece be used more than once?
Yes. The mouthpieces are single patient use only and can be used for a maximum of 3 tests.
Does the NObreath® come with PC software?
Yes, the NObreath® comes with FeNOchart™ patient management software allowing the user to provide real time testing on a PC and store patient data. FeNOchart™ can be downloaded HERE
Technical Specifications
| Concentration Range | 0-500ppb nitric oxide |
| Accuracy | ± 5ppb of measured value 50ppb ± 10% of measured value >50ppb |
| Repeatability | ± 5ppb of measured value 50ppb ± 10% of measured value >50ppb |
| Sensor Sensitivity | 1ppb |
| Breath test time | Adult 12 seconds Child 10 seconds |
| Warm up time | ~60 seconds |
| Ambient air test | 30 seconds |
| Operating temperature range | 10-30ºC (ambient) |
| Operating relative humidity (environmental) |
10-80% Rh (non-condensing) |
| Sensor operating life | 5 years; subject to correct use, maintenance and service |
| Detection principle | Electrochemical sensor |
| Maximum ambient operating level |
350 ppb NO |
| Power | Monitor:1 x main rechargeable Li-ion battery- Approx. 100 uses on fully charged battery 2 x Li-ion coin cell battery- Approx. 5 years Input: 5V, 0.5A Dock: Input: 5V, 0.5A Output: 5V, 0.5A Plug: Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz., 0.2A |
| Battery Operation Life | Up to 100 tests Approx. |
| Display | Colour touch screen |
| Dimensions | Approx. 90 x 159 x 59 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 400g |
| Construction | Case & Dock Polycarbonate/ABS blend with SteriTouch® anti-microbial additiveMouthpiece Polypropylene |
References
1. Measuring fractional exhaled nitric oxide concentration in asthma. Diagnostics guidance. NICE. DG12. Published 2 April 2014
2. Asthma: diagnosis and monitoring of asthma in adults, children and young people – Draft NICE clinical guidance. Published July 2017.
3. Ricciardolo F. Multiple roles of nitric oxide in the airways [Internet]. Multiple roles of nitric oxide in the airways. 2017 [cited 27 March 2017].
Available from: http://thorax.bmj.com/content/58/2/175.info
4. Andrew D. Smith, Jan O. Cowan, Sue Filsell, Chris MacLachlan, Gabrielle Monti-Sheehan, Pamela Jackson and D. Robin Taylor. Diagnosing Asthma: Comparisons between Exhaled Nitric Oxide Measurements and Conventional Tests. Am J Respir Crit Care Med Vol 169. pp 473-478, 2004.
5. D R Taylor, MW Pinenburg, A D Smith and J C D Jongste. Exhaled nitric oxide measurements: clinical application and interpretation. Thorax 2006;61:817-827.