June 28, 2025

ASKA Biotech is driving the advancement of point-of-care testing

Healthcare is undergoing major transformations. POCT enables rapid, near-patient diagnostics at the point of care. A white paper by VDGH highlights its concrete potential. ASKA Biotech develops customized POCT solutions — flexible and IVDR-compliant.


Healthcare is under pressure.

Demographics, a shortage of skilled workers, and rising costs are placing immense strain on hospitals, medical practices, and laboratories. One answer to these systemic challenges is Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) — rapid diagnostics close to the patient.

The new VDGH White Paper 2025 impressively demonstrates how POCT contributes to relief by delivering fast test results directly at the site of care — in emergency settings, long-term care, general practice, or rural regions.

ASKA as a development partner for POCT-based diagnostics

As a specialist in the contract development and manufacturing of immunoassays, antibodies, and recombinant proteins, ASKA Biotech supports diagnostic companies in realizing innovative POCT solutions.

Our services at a glance:

  • Development and optimization of qualitative and quantitative immunoassays
  • IVDR-compliant development and manufacturing and transfer into market-ready systems

We understand the specific requirements of POCT systems — from stability and ease of use to scalability.

Why POCT matters — according to VDGH

The white paper from the German Diagnostics Industry Association (VDGH) clearly outlines the advantages of POCT in healthcare delivery:

  • Diagnosis in minutes for fast treatment decisions
  • Relief for practices and emergency departments
  • Targeted antibiotic use through differential diagnostics
  • Stronger patient engagement and satisfaction

Applications range from cardiac markers (e.g., troponin) to infectious disease diagnostics (CRP, procalcitonin) and diabetes monitoring (HbA1c) — right at the point of care.

Shaping innovation together

ASKA stands for customized diagnostic solutions, short paths, and high flexibility in execution. Together with our partners, we develop POCT-compatible test systems that are clinically relevant, regulatory-compliant, and technically advanced.

You see the need — we deliver the solution. 📩
Let’s get in touch.

Source: VDGH White Paper 2025 – “Point-of-Care Testing: A Groundbreaking Development in Laboratory Diagnostics.”