Clinical Chemistry

Time To Blood Culture Positivity Predicts Infective Endocarditis
Blood cultures are used to detect the presence of bacteria or fungi in the blood, to identify the type present, and to guide treatment. Testing is used to identify a blood infection (septicemia) that can lead to sepsis, a serious and life-threatening complication. More...16 Aug 2018

Breath Test Detects Early-Stage Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson's disease (PD) is a degenerative disease that destroys brain tissue and affects movement. It has four main symptoms: stiffness, shaking, slowness, and problems with coordination and balance. Other problems can also develop as the disease progresses, including fatigue, speech difficulties, disrupted sleep, memory problems, and depression. More...15 Aug 2018


Diagnostic Tool Created for Hypoglycemia-Associated Autonomic Failure
Low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia, is a major complication of type 1 and type 2 diabetes. People with diabetes can have difficulty self-administering the exact insulin dose at the correct time to keep blood sugar levels in healthy ranges. More...14 Aug 2018

Mild Brain Trauma Diagnosed with POC Device
Every year in Europe, three million people are admitted into hospitals for suspected mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) cases. Biomarkers have been intensively studied for their potential as diagnostic tools in cases of mTBI to allow accurate diagnosis, improve patient management speeds and reduce medical costs. More...14 Aug 2018


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Leptin to Adiponectin Ratio Predicts Metabolic Function in Obesity
HDL Does Not Always Lower Risk of CV Disease
Saliva Test Could Improve Diabetes Control and Treatment
Transcutaneous Bilirubin Estimated in ELBW Infants
Accurate Test for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Developed
Urine and Blood Tests Better at Diagnosing Myeloma
Hematological Parameters Predict Severity of Acute Pancreatitis
Obesity Affects Prostate Cancer Test Results
Inflammation Marker Tied to Dementia Increases with Age
Humoral Immunity Disorders Associated with Antibody Deficit
Biochemical Changes in Stored Donor Units Analyzed
Lipid Species Offer Insights into Metabolic Health
New Method Can Quickly and Accurately Detect Infections
Blood Test Predicts Coronary Disease Death Risk
Method Identifies Cancer in Early Onset Diabetics
Vitamin D Levels Linked to Colorectal Cancer Risk
Biomarker Used for Febrile Intracranial Hemorrhage Patients
Genomic Atlas of Human Plasma Proteome Publicized
Blood Biomarkers Help Diagnose Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Cardiac Infarction Diagnosed with Sensitive Method
Urinary Markers Predict Bone Problems after Hip Replacement
Link Identified between Inflammation and Depression
High Vitamin D Levels Linked to Lower Cholesterol
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