A cardiogram in your mobile now a reality

Device developed by an Indian based in Singapore can warn of a potential heart attack eight hours before. Ganesh Nadar reports.

Arun Nellian, an Indian based in Singapore, has developed a device that can fetch him millions. Nellian, now hold a patent to a mobile phone that not only makes calls but also doubles as a cardiogram. All you need to do is hold it in one hand and touch it with the other hand. 

In about 30 seconds the cardiogram results start appearing on your mobile screen. "Just save it and with one click of a button you can send it to your doctor. He looks at it, decides the treatment and sends it back within seconds," says Nellian. 

He also says that the device can warn you of a potential heart attack eight hours before. "You need not go to the nearest hospital if you are feeling uneasy. Just use your mobile," says Nellian.

He adds that if someone faints, all you need to do is hold the mobile to the person's chest. You will know the condition of his heart in seconds and then can take necessary action. 

Though this device was ready two years ago, Nellian did not tell anyone about his invention. He waited till he could patent it, which he received after 22 months. 

Nellian is the only Indian in this partnership venture. The others are five Chinese Singaporeans. 

The inventor has priced the mobile phone at Rs 30,000, which is the equivalent to any high-end mobile that does not have an electrocardiogram embedded in it. 

Arun Nellian came to India to attend the 10th Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas and got a chance to show the device to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, who said he was very impressed with it.