Molecular Diagnostics


Handheld Device Puts Power of Lab-Based Diagnostic Testing in the Palm of Your Hand
Researchers have developed a platform technology that incorporates PCR-like capabilities within a handheld device, producing results within about an hour compared to the longer processes associated with traditional PCR. More...24 Jul 2024

Protein Signatures in Blood Can Predict Risk of Developing More Than 60 Diseases
Measuring specific proteins to diagnose conditions is a well-established clinical practice. Now, research highlights the broader potential of protein measurements from a small blood sample to predict a variety of diseases. More...23 Jul 2024

Portable PCR Platform to Detect Multiple Pathogenic Bacteria Targets and Antibiotic Susceptibility at POC
A portable PCR platform with high multiplexing capabilities is being developed to identify multiple pathogenic bacterial targets and their antibiotic susceptibility, thus aiding in POC treatment decisions. More...23 Jul 2024



Novel Molecular Test to Help Prevent and Control Multi Drug-Resistant Fungal Pathogen in Healthcare Settings
A RT-PCR assay for the direct in vitro qualitative detection of C. auris DNA from swabs can quickly identify patients suspected of C. auris colonization and help prevent its spread in healthcare settings More...18 Jul 2024
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Diagnostic Test Could Detect Elusive Neuro Disorder Using Tiny Drop of Spinal Fluid
Non-Invasive Prenatal Technology Accurately Detects Fetal Genomic Abnormalities from Maternal Blood Draw
New Highly-Sensitive Test to Help More Easily Diagnose B-Cell Lymphoma
Innovative LAMP Molecular Diagnostic Test Diagnoses Chagas Disease in Newborns
New Lab Test Detects Persistent HIV Strains in Africa
Advanced Blood Test Helps Improve Cancer Treatments
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New Blood Test Enables Accurate Diagnosis of Dementia and Neurological Diseases
Low-Cost CRISPR-Based Paper Strip Test to Improve Flu Diagnosis and Surveillance
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