Clinical Chemistry

Bone Turnover Markers Associated With Mortality Risk in Older Men
Osteocalcin in its undercarboxylated form (ucOC) may influence diabetes risk; however, its relationship with all-cause and cause-specific mortality is unclear. Whether other bone turnover markers (BTMs) are associated with mortality risk differently from ucOC also remains uncertain. More...19 Jul 2022

Mindray’s BS-600M Chemistry Analyzer with High Sigma Level Boosts Lab Performance
Mindray (Shenzhen, China) has used the Sigma method decision chart to plot the performance of 30 biochemistry parameters on its BS-600M chemistry analyzer. Higher Sigma level system can help laboratories offer high level of quality at reduced cost and enhance clinician confidence and satisfaction. More...18 Jul 2022

Mobile Kidney Disease Testing Device Measures Urine Albumin at POC
A new portable medical device for monitoring and early detection of chronic kidney disease (CKD), which affects an estimated 9% of the world’s population, has been shown to have potential to service rural and remote patients and communities with limited medical services. More...06 Jul 2022


Simple Colorimetric Assay Determines Human Mercaptalbumin Concentration
Human serum albumin (HAS) can take on two forms, mercaptalbumin (HMA) or non-mercaptalbumin (HNA), depending on the redox status of its Cys34. The ratio of HMA and HNA is considered to be a novel biomarker of oxidative stress. More...30 Jun 2022

Electrochemical Sensor Platform to Enable New Diagnostic Tests in Near-Patient Settings
A novel electrochemical sensor platform will pave the way for the development and commercialization of cost-effective, highly sensitive and specific point-of-care diagnostics for neurological, cardiovascular, and renal diseases. More...28 Jun 2022

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