The process of analysing human milk with the Preemie System is designed to be simple and efficient. A small, homogenised sample (40 µL) is placed into the reusable Nurvette™, a patented cuvette holder with quartz slides specifically designed for the system. Once the closed Nurvette is inserted, the Preemie Sensor scans the sample.
The sensor connects via Bluetooth to the Milk Analysis Application (MAA) on a tablet, which initiates the scan and transmits the obtained NIR absorbance spectrum to the cloud-based SpecAI engine. The SpecAI platform processes the spectral data using calibrated machine learning models and returns a detailed nutrient profile, including:
- True Protein (g/dL)
- Total Fat (g/dL)
- Total Energy (kcal/dL)
- Total Fatty Acids (g/dL)
- Specific Fatty Acids (LA, ALA, ARA, and DHA in g/100g of total fatty acids)
Results are displayed graphically within the MAA and can be exported to NutriTrack if required.
For human milk analysis, the Preemie Sensor uses the Milk Analysis Application. For the analysis of other liquids, the SpecData software should be used to operate the sensor.
What Preemie can Measure
The Preemie Sensor is available for purchase with the two options detailed below
For Research Use Only
Status: Currently Available
Package Includes:
- Preemie Sensor
- SpecData software or the Milk Analysis App to operate the sensor
- A micro-USB charger for the sensor
Certified Medical Device
Status: We are currently undergoing medical certification for the EU, UK, Canada, and USA.
For expected certification dates, which vary by region, please contact us at info@preemiesensor.com.
Package Includes:
- Preemie Sensor
- Preemie Milk Analysis Application
- Nurvette™ (a specialised cuvette and holder for testing small milk volumes)
- A micro-USB charger
- Android tablet
- Micropipette and tips for accurate sample measurement
- Cuvette cleaning cloth