Microbiology

Sensitive ELISA Detects ZIKV Infection before Onset of Symptoms
A latest generation immunoassay for Zika virus (ZIKV) infection should help in guiding clinical management of mothers at risk for potential exposure to ZIKV and enable insights into the epidemiology of ZIKV infections. More...12 Mar 2018




Immunoassay Monitors Parasite Persistence in Chagas Disease
The Trypanosoma cruzi parasite is the causative agent of Chagas disease, and infects about six million individuals in more than 20 countries. Monitoring parasite persistence in infected individuals is of utmost importance to develop and evaluate treatments to control the disease. More...01 Mar 2018

AKI Biomarker Described for Pediatric Malaria
Acute kidney injury (AKI) is an important complication in severe malaria that is associated with increased mortality in both pediatric and adult populations. However, until recently, the incidence of AKI in pediatric malaria was under-appreciated as few children develop signs of overt renal failure and creatinine testing is not routinely available in resource-constrained settings. More...28 Feb 2018

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Vaginal Bacteria Linked to Higher HIV Susceptibility
Device Leads to Lower Blood Culture Contamination Rates
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Test Identifies BRCA2 Gene Mutations for Cancers
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Cellular Mechanism Identified for Severe Viral Hepatitis
Handheld Device Developed for DNA Amplification and Detection
Amplification Tests Evaluated for Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Oral Yeasts from Cancer Patients Identified by MALDI-TOF
Portable Olfactory Sensor Designed for Diagnosis of Bacteria
Serum Albumin Level Predicts Serious HIV Events
Malarial Levels Measured in Saliva and Blood
Novel Molecular Test for H. pylori Evaluated
Malarial Cytokine Responses Reduced by Age in Exposed Children
Mycobacterium Mutations Associated with Clarithromycin Resistance
Accurate Tool Developed to Track New HIV Infections
Cartridge Developed to Detect Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria
HPV Test with Cytology Adds Little Diagnostic Value
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