Molecular Diagnostics

RSV Plus Human Metapneumovirus Assay Approved
Viral infections are the most frequent causes of morbidity and mortality due to respiratory dysfunction worldwide, especially in children under five years of age. Several studies have reported the association of Human Metapneumovirus (hMPV) and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) with acute respiratory infection. More...09 Nov 2017

Droplet Digital PCR Detects Schistosomiasis DNA in Samples
Schistosoma japonicum is the only human blood fluke that occurs in China and Philippines and also in Sri Lanka. It is the cause of schistosomiasis japonica, a disease that still remains a significant health problem especially in lake and marshland regions. More...08 Nov 2017


Study Pinpoints Biomarker Signature of MS
Researchers have identified unique dysregulated microRNAs (miRNAs) from exosomes in the blood of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) patients. The findings could lead to development of a simple diagnostic blood test for this debilitating chronic neurologic disease. More...07 Nov 2017
Genetics Helps Determine Warfarin Dose for Joint Surgery
A five-year study – the Genetics Informatics Trial of Warfarin to Prevent Deep Venous Thrombosis (GIFT) – finds that genetic testing can help determine the safest dose of the blood thinner warfarin, with fewer side effects, for patients undergoing joint replacement surgery. More...06 Nov 2017

Single-Cell Diagnostics Advocated for Breast Cancer Subtyping
In an opinion article based their analysis of studies, two medical researchers argue that women diagnosed with breast cancer (BC) would likely benefit from treatment based also on identifying the molecular subtype of different cells within their tumors, in addition to current molecular and histopathology testing of collections of tumor cells. More...06 Nov 2017

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Zika Virus Persists Longer in Cutaneous Capillary Blood
Genetic Mutation Linked to New Form of Diabetes
Viral Marker Predicts Flu Severity in Infected Patients
Genetic Testing Recommended for Children at Risk for Retinoblastoma
Biomarker Revealed Helps Guide Cancer Treatment Decisions
Potential Uses for Smartphone-Based Diagnostic Tool Described
LAMP Assay Detects Clonorchiasis in Human Samples
Next-Generation Immunoassay Developed for Chagas Diseases
Novel Blood Test Identifies Pathogens in Suspected Sepsis
New Genetic Risk Factors Identified for Peanut Allergy
Whole Genome Sequencing Identifies New Autism Signature
New Risk Variants Identified for Restless Legs Syndrome
Liquid Biopsy for Retinoblastoma Discovered
Genetic Decoding Improved for Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Biomarker Predicts Cancer Aggressiveness and Drug Susceptibility
Mitochondrial DNA Copy Number Improves CVD Risk Prediction
Bacterial Composition Linked to Breast Cancer
Preeclampsia Triggered By Gene Activity
Gene Pair Distinguishes Forms of Prostate Cancer
Rapid Method Determines Antibiotic Susceptibility
Genetic Testing Determines Safest Dose of Blood Thinner
Rapid Screening Test Developed for Ebola Virus
Technology Diagnoses Pneumonia Caused by Undetected Pathogens
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