以PC机为载体的低成本健康检测DIY技术

PC Based Low Cost Health Diagnostics DIY Technology

讨论以计算机和网络为载体的低成本健康检测自我检测(DIY)技术的概念和发展模式,结合当前技术现状剖析可能的实现方案,最后展望其前景。现有的健康检测模式由于受设备价格和操作空间所限,大多只能在医院里进行,且费用昂贵,检测流程十分繁琐,不便在广大人群中普及。可随时随地获取人体自身健康信息的DIY技术,是医学发展的必然,而实现量大面广的低成本构件是关键。由于计算机和网络技术正全面走向普及,借助这种随处可见的载体提供的软硬件环境,可望分门别类地研制出一系列使用成本较低的终端医学传感器及对应的软件支撑系统,使健康检测走向DIY成为可能。

Due to high price of the medical devices and the large space that the services require, conventional health diagnostics are generally restricted to be used only in hospitals. The cost of the services is thus high and complicated examination procedures are involved. So far, it is still extremely difficult to put such methods into popular use by general public. With this in mind, the new conceptual DIY（Do-It-Yourself） technology, which is aimed to collect an individual＇s health information at any time and anywhere, becomes a big concern. The realization of low cost devices which can be massively produced is the key solution. Owing to the global prevalence of computer and internet, as well as the universal instrument elements being provided, a series of low-cost terminal medical sensors and corresponding software supporting system can be developed according to various specific requirements. This will make it possible to assess personal health status through a timely and DIY way. This article discusses the concept and modality for developing a low-cost health monitoring DIY technology based on personal computer and network. With respect to latest technical advancements, some proposals are evaluated and future prospective progresses in this area are suggested.