Immunology



Performance of Second Generation Cortisol Assay Evaluated
Untreated disorders of the adrenocortical system, such as Cushing’s or Addison’s disease, can be fatal, and accurate quantification of a patient’s cortisol levels is vital for diagnosis. A straightforward diagnostic approach is of essential importance, and accurate quantification of cortisol levels plays a key role in the diagnosis of patients with suspected disease. More...21 Dec 2016



Variations in T-cells Identifies Susceptibility to Disease
Different cells of the human body differ greatly in structure and function; however, variation exists even among cells of one type and it is now suggested that the magnitude of such differences in T lymphocytes, or T cells, may indicate an individual's age and genetic predisposition to disease. More...09 Dec 2016

Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection Predicted in High-Risk Pregnant Women
Congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection can cause serious complications such as hearing difficulties and mental delay in affected infants. A new method for predicting congenital CMV infection during the prenatal period has been discovered. This method is safe for both mothers and fetuses, and could potentially be adopted for general use. More...08 Dec 2016
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Peptide Serum Markers Predict Type 1 Diabetes
Tumor Cells in Blood Samples Predict Prostate Cancer Spread
Blood Test May Help Identify Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
Inflammatory Markers Correlated with SCA Pain Intensity
Rapid Rabies Diagnostic Tool Validated for Field Surveillance
Genes and Age Determine Susceptibility to Lyme Disease
Cytokine Levels in Transplant Recipients Associated with Cytomegalovirus
Vitamin D Deficiency Predicts Poor Prognosis for IgA Nephropathy
Rapid Syphilis Test Evaluated as Tool for Public Health Programs
New Method Determines Efficacy of Immune Cells
Urine-Based Immunoassays Developed for Visceral Leishmaniasis
Inflammation Test Developed Predicts Cardiovascular Disease
Potential Maternal Blood Test May Predict Fetal Complications
Molecular Basis of Acute Cystitis Reveals Susceptibility Genes
Neuropeptide May Serve as Biomarker for Neuroblastoma Patients
Biological Link Found between Zika Infection and Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Groundbreaking Immune Approach Targets Humans Instead of Bacteria
Unnecessary Endoscopies Could Be Avoided with Fecal Blood Test
Quick Test Detects Inflammation in Diabetic Patients
Anti-Treponema Immunohistochemistry Cross-Reactivity Reported with Non-Treponema Spirochetes
Increased Serum Cytokine Concentrations Reported in Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Effectiveness of PD-L1 Tests Compared for Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer
Screening for Latent Tuberculosis Infection Recommended
The Immunology channel of LabMedica deals with diagnostic techniques and immuonassays such as ELISA, pregnancy tests, immunoblotting, immunohistochemical staining, serology, and associated hardware.