Microbiology
Diagnostic Methods Compared for Human Granulocytic Anaplasmosis
Human granulocytic anaplasmosis (HGA) is a tick-borne intracellular bacterial infection caused by Anaplasma phagocytophilum. The disease is present in North America, Europe, and northern Asia, areas with Ixodes ricinus ticks, the primary vector for transmission to humans. More...02 May 2019
Certain Bacteria Strains Associated with Diabetic Wounds
About 10% of Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, and one quarter of these patients will develop a wound that does not heal. In the worst case outcome, which occurs in up to 25% percent of these wound-developing patients, the wounds will require an amputation. More...01 May 2019
Human Microbiome Features Stratify Children with IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disruptive gastrointestinal condition characterized by bloating, changes in bowel habits, and pain that affects up to 20% of the world's population (children and adults). Increasing evidence indicates that the onset and symptoms of IBS are related to the gut microbiome. More...30 Apr 2019
Multiplex Assay Detects Pathogens in NF Patients
Necrotizing fasciitis (NF) is a life-threatening deep soft tissue infection characterized by rapidly progressive necrosis of the fascia and the adjacent soft tissues. NF of the extremities is associated with high mortality rates, and immediate surgical intervention is required upon detection of NF infections. More...23 Apr 2019
Recombinant Capture Molecule Used for Viral Disease Diagnosis
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever (CCHF) is an infectious disease endemic in a variety of countries in southeastern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. The virus (CCHFV) transmission occurs via the bite of an infected tick and also by close contact with body fluids of infected persons or livestock. More...17 Apr 2019
TB Interferon-Gamma Release Assay Assessed in Children
Pediatric tuberculosis (TB) remains a major public health issue with at least one million children newly identified with TB each year, representing 10% to 11% of all TB cases. It was recently reported an estimate of 250,000 deaths among pediatric TB cases, of whom an estimated 50,000 were children living with HIV infection. More...16 Apr 2019
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Unnecessary Testing for UTIs Significantly Reduced
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