Molecular Diagnostics



Prenatal Reflex DNA Screens for Three Trisomies
At present, women are offered screening for these three chromosome disorders at 10-14 weeks of pregnancy. The test combines an ultrasound scan and a blood test, and if it shows that a woman is at an increased risk of having an affected pregnancy. More...22 Nov 2017

Autoimmune Disease Discovered Causes Kidney Failure
An insidious new autoimmune disease that causes kidney failure has been discovered. The condition causes a build-up of waste products in the blood and makes it difficult for kidneys to maintain adequate balance of fluid in the body. More...15 Nov 2017


Assay May Boost Treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is an aggressive cancer and the most frequently diagnosed non-Hodgkin lymphoma worldwide. Recent advancements indicate that both the prognosis and choice of treatment of DLBCL may depend on identifying its molecular subtype. More...14 Nov 2017

In Other News
MicroRNA-based Assay Proposed for Early Detection of Cancer
RSV Plus Human Metapneumovirus Assay Approved
Droplet Digital PCR Detects Schistosomiasis DNA in Samples
Molecular Assay Rapidly Detects Hemorrhagic Fever Virus
Study Pinpoints Biomarker Signature of MS
Genetics Helps Determine Warfarin Dose for Joint Surgery
Single-Cell Diagnostics Advocated for Breast Cancer Subtyping
Personal Lab Offers Rapid Detection of Food Allergens
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
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