Hokanson
Blood Testing in Cape Town

As vascular disease was more widely studied, Hokanson introduced computerized instrumentation for noninvasive blood flow testing and vascular disease diagnosis in human limbs.
Hokanson developed instruments using pulse wave and continuous wave Doppler technology, three forms of plethysmography, specialized blood pressure cuffs, and blood pressure cuff inflators in order to facilitate groundbreaking peripheral vascular physiological testing.

Founded by D. Eugene Hokanson in 1973, Hokanson originally opened its doors to provide instrument and accessories for vascular research and clinical testing at the Seattle Veterans Affairs Hospital and the University of Washington Medical Center. The primary impetus was atherosclerosis, as well as other diseases and conditions that impeded arterial blood flow and venous return. As vascular disease was more widely studied, Hokanson introduced computerized instrumentation for noninvasive blood flow testing and vascular disease diagnosis in human limbs. Hokanson, Inc., a women-owned business, provides noninvasive diagnostic instruments of the highest quality to the medical community. For over 40 years Hokanson has been both a progressive and reliable resource for the vascular community. Hokanson is always looking for passionate individuals to join the team. Our innovative and trusted products serve researchers, physicians and technologists. Everything we sell is made here, by us, in the USA. Designed for reliability, every instrument includes a complete 5-year warranty. Hokanson has designed and manufactured instruments and accessories for the Vascular market for 40 years. Our product developments have been created with and for the experts of vascular health. For markets such as Primary Care and Cardiology Hokanson makes reliable and simple to use non-invasive vascular assessment tools that help inform clinical decisions. For Endocrinologists, specifically focused on Diabetes, looking at blood flow in the legs and feet can be fast and easy. No need to refer your patient to the Vascular Lab leading to faster assessment and higher examination compliance. For Wound Care professionals it is critical to assess blood flow to the area to ensure proper healing. Good blood flow means healthy healing; whereas poor circulation can limit the ability to heal and could lead to gangrenous tissue, amputation and/or systemic infection. In 1973 D. Eugene Hokanson began building instruments and accessories for vascular research and clinical testing at the Seattle Veterans Affairs Hospital and the University of Washington Medical Center. Over time, Hokanson has continued its commitment to research by developing and introducing computerized instrumentation for noninvasive blood flow testing and vascular disease diagnosis in human limbs. Hokanson products have stood the test of time with their unbeatable durability and accuracy for clinical researchers. Peripheral Artery Disease is a condition that affects approximately 9 million Americans and is defined as a narrowing of the peripheral arteries due to a build-up of plaque known as Atherosclerosis. This narrowing impedes blood flow to the limbs causing leg pain while exercising and can limit the body’s ability to heal. In extreme cases PAD can lead to gangrenous tissue and the amputation of limbs.