Frequently Asked Questions
What is Argo™?
Argo™ is software designed to help users interpret laboratory test results. It matches user input to a list of diseases and conditions.
How much does it cost?
We are currently offering an introductory rate of $5, discounted from the regular price of $25 per use. We plan to introduce a subscription based service in the future.
Is the software finished?
It has been under development for four years. The amount of data to be deciphered is extensive. New data is added, updated, deleted, and altered constantly. The software will always be updated as medical science continues to create new advances.
What should I do if I find an error with the system?
Please let us know so that we can fix the error in future versions of the software. The easiest way to do so is through the contact page.
How are the results computed?
They are calculated with a proprietary algorithm. The software takes user input and applies it on the algorithm to search for good matches in real-time.
What do the results mean?
The results are designed to produce a list of diseases and conditions that is consistent with the user input. However, the results do not necessarily relate to the data entered. The results are for informational purposes only and should not be used in diagnosis.
Why can't I enter numerical values for lab tests?
Every doctor's office, hospital, and laboratory has different methods for measuring lab tests. While general reference ranges are known, in practice a lab test value in one hospital can mean something different at another hospital. We attempt to solve this problem by only using the values high, low, or normal (or other variations) since each individual laboratory will have their own reference ranges.
In what direction is Argo™ headed?
Many of you have written to us requesting new features for the system. Many of your suggestions are planned for future versions of Argo™. In the future, we hope to add age and sex to the system to help narrow down the list of results. Until we do so it is possible for a male to show signs of pregnancy on the list. Other future improvements include adding the medicine a patient is taking along with signs and symptoms to the user input. This, however, will take some time to implement.
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