Molecular Diagnostics

Large-Scale Schizophrenia Exome Sequencing Identifies New Risk Genes
Schizophrenia affects about 0.7% of the population and shortens life expectancy by 12 to 15 years. Though it has long been known to have a genetic component, little progress has been made in identifying new targets for therapy. More...31 Oct 2019

Nasopharyngeal Pneumococcal Density Associated with Invasive Lung Disease
Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus) is one of the most important bacterial causes of pneumonia among children and adults worldwide. Nasopharyngeal pneumococcal colonization is common in young children and represents a critical initial step in the progression to invasive disease. More...30 Oct 2019




Methods Explored for Gram-Negative Non-Fermentative Bacteria ID
The non-fermentative Gram-negative bacteria are widely distributed in the environment and have become increasingly common isolates in the clinical laboratory. Being ubiquitous in nature, they are often disregarded as contaminants. More...26 Oct 2019
Trial Finds High Analytical Performance in Whole-Genome Sequencing
Genetic diseases are a leading cause of infant mortality particularly among infants admitted to neonatal, pediatric, and cardiovascular intensive care units (ICUs). Disease progression can be extremely rapid in infants, necessitating early etiologic diagnosis in order to inform interventions that can lessen suffering, morbidity, and mortality. More...26 Oct 2019
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Immune Processes Linked to Multiple Sclerosis Genetics
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PCR Kit Developed for Detection of Q-fever Pathogen
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Classified from Whole-Genome Sequencing
Multigene Testing for Breast Cancer Patients Proves Cost-Effective
New Blood Test Capable of Detecting Multiple Cancer Types
Two Different Mutations Identified as Cause of AML
Breath Analysis May Replace Blood Sampling to Monitor Drug Usage
Stunted Microbiota and Opportunistic Pathogen Colonize C-Section Birth
Parkinson’s Gene Mutation Linked to Higher Risk of Leukemia
Genetic Links Uncovered Between Psychotic Experiences
Molecular Changes Associated with Treating Lymphatic Filariasis
Some High-Cholesterol Genes Differ Between Countries
Non‐Invasive Prenatal Diagnosis of Spinal Muscular Atrophy Validated
Mitochondrial Clearance Failure Provides Diagnostic Marker for Parkinson's Disease
RT-PCR Evaluated for Diagnosis of Imported Schistosomiasis
Breakthrough Kit May Enable Early Alzheimer's Diagnosis
Drug-Resistant Strains of Salmonella Causing Bloodstream Infections
Targeted RNA Sequencing Technology Diagnoses Breast Cancer
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