Immunology


Polymer-Based Rapid Test Visually Differentiates Tumor Cells
A polymer-based rapid test has been developed which visually differentiates tumor cells from healthy cells in a tissue section through the use of a simple microscope. Surgeons can already use the test in the operating room which saves time and expenses. More...18 Jan 2016


Reduced PSA Screening May Delay Treatment for Earlier Onset Prostate Cancers
The number of prostate needle biopsies has been reduced and patients who do undergo the procedure are significantly more likely to be diagnosed with high risk disease, suggesting that over-diagnosis and overtreatment may have been reduced. More...13 Jan 2016

Hyaluronic Acid Turbidimetric Assay Compared to Standard Method
Circulating hyaluronic acid in human adults is primarily produced in the peripheral soft connective tissue and transported to the systemic circulation via lymph drainage and the majority of HA is removed from circulation by hepatic elimination. More...13 Jan 2016


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The Immunology channel of LabMedica deals with diagnostic techniques and immuonassays such as ELISA, pregnancy tests, immunoblotting, immunohistochemical staining, serology, and associated hardware.