Molecular Diagnostics


Genes Should Be Screened for Stem Cell Transplants
Regenerative medicine using human pluripotent stem cells (hPS cells) to grow transplantable tissue outside the body carries the promise to treat a range of intractable disorders, such as diabetes and Parkinson's disease. These hPS cells can self-renew indefinitely, making them an attractive source for regenerative therapies. More...10 May 2017
Genetics Are Key to Lowering Bone Fracture Risk
A study has found that postmenopausal women who are more genetically prone to fractures benefit most from hormone therapy (HT). The results therefore have implications that could advance personalized medicine for postmenopausal women. More...08 May 2017



Multigene Test Extends Life Expectancy for Cancer Patients
Testing for variants in seven cancer-associated genes, versus the usual process of testing in just two genes, followed by risk-reduction management could cost-effectively improve life expectancy for women at risk of hereditary breast cancer. More...04 May 2017
In Other News
Bordetella Direct Test Receives FDA Clearance
Bacterial Pathogens Panel Receives CE Marking
Methods Assessed for Detecting Asymptomatic Malaria
Newborn Screening for CMV Remains Controversial
Multiplex Molecular Assays for Respiratory Viruses Evaluated
Panel of Gut Bacteria Diagnostic for Colorectal Cancer
LAMP-based Assay Launched for Detection of Malaria
Rapid Assay Identifies Genetic Mutations Associated with NSCLC
Biomarker Identified for Aggressive Early Stage Cancer
Blood Test Could Detect Abusive Head Trauma in Infants
Sensitive NA Detection Aids Pathogen Diagnoses
Detecting Cancer as DNA Changes Could Enhance Diagnosis
Cytology Test for Pre-Cancer Diagnosis Receives FDA Approval
Bacterial Panel Detects Stool Pathogens from Swabs
New sPCR Technology Runs on Standard Devices
Serum Levels Predict Renal Disease Risk in Diabetes Patients
Gene-Based Blood Tests Identify More Skin Cancers
Routine Donor Screening Revealed Acute Usutu Virus
Novel Flu Test Developed to Speed Up Treatment
Urine Biomarkers May Identify Down Syndrome Patients with OSA
Novel Assay Discriminates Several Aspergillus Species
CE Mark Granted to Urine Test for Bladder Cancer
New Genetic Risk Factor Identified for Anxiety Disorders
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