The VetScan i-STAT 1 delivers accurate blood gas, chemistry, hematology and electrolyte results in minutes from 2-3 drops of whole blood in a completely portable, handheld package. It is the ideal solution for critical care situations, hospital operating room monitoring, exotic animals and research needs at the point of care. Most importantly, the VetScan i-STAT 1 provides the additional information needed to evaluate pre-anesthetic patients, monitor chronic disease patients, and provide diagnostic specialty testing information for the ill patient in the exam or treatment room.