Microbiology
Fast Diagnosis of Sporotrichosis Based on RT-PCR
Sporotrichosis is a subacute or chronic infectious disease caused by dimorphic fungi of Sporothrix spp. The genus Sporothrix consists of several species with different geographic distributions, virulence, and antifungal susceptibilities, making species-level identification necessary. More...21 Mar 2019
Efficacy Investigated for Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay
Syphilis caused by Treponema pallidum is a chronic bacterial infection. T. pallidum cannot be cultured in vitro, and new molecular tests for syphilis are unlikely to replace serology in the short term because they are fairly expensive and require sophisticated equipment. More...20 Mar 2019
Reformulated Influenza Rapid Test Made Available
Influenza is a viral infection of the upper respiratory system, which includes the nose, bronchial tubes, and lungs. Influenza can make people of any age ill. Although most people, including children, are ill with influenza for less than a week, some have a much more serious illness and may need to be hospitalized. Influenza may also lead to pneumonia or death. More...19 Mar 2019
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Diagnostic Methods for Infectious Uveitis Investigated
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New Blood Tests for TB Could Accelerate Diagnosis
DNA Extraction Technique Improved for Chagas Diagnosis
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Genetic Mutation Identified for TB Vulnerability
Tools for Meningitis Diagnostics Implemented in Resource-Limited Settings
Enteric Viral Panel Gets FDA Clearance
LAMP Test Rapidly Detects Sexually Transmitted Chlamydia
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