ABI Exam
ABI Exam
The Ankle-Brachial Index exam is the standard first-line test for peripheral arterial disease — comparing systolic pressures in the arms and legs to identify significant arterial occlusion.
Sample Report
Why the ABI Remains the Standard
The ABI compares the highest systolic blood pressure at the ankle to the highest systolic pressure in the arm. A ratio below 0.90 is diagnostic for PAD. The test is non-invasive, well-validated, and recommended by ACC/AHA guidelines as the first-line evaluation for patients with suspected lower extremity arterial disease.
With the simpleABI Cuff-Link system, the full exam — including all documentation and report generation — takes an average of 8 minutes. No specialized vascular technician required.
How It Works
The exam follows a straightforward supine resting protocol. The patient is positioned in a warm room for 5–10 minutes before cuff placement.
Apply Arm & Ankle Cuffs
Cuffs placed bilaterally on both arms and both ankles. Patient is supine and rested.
Automated Bilateral Inflation
The Cuff-Link system simultaneously inflates all cuffs and captures systolic pressures and PVR waveforms at each site.
ABI Calculated & Reported
Software calculates bilateral ABI ratios and generates a full-page report with waveforms, pressures, and interpretation guidance.
When to Order This Exam
Patients with leg pain, cramping, or claudication on exertion
Diabetic patients at elevated PAD risk (annual screening recommended)
Adults over 65 with cardiovascular risk factors
Patients with non-healing lower extremity wounds
Pre-operative vascular assessment
Abnormal pulses on physical exam
Available On
The ABI exam is available across the full simpleABI product line.
Documents
- ABI Exam Procedure — Cuff-Link systems
- Sample ABI Report — full output example
Training Videos
Questions About This Exam?
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