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Image: Rapid PCR testing in the ICU could not demonstrate non-inferiority in the clinical cure of pneumonia (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

Rapid PCR Testing in ICU Improves Antibiotic Stewardship

A new study has shown that rapid PCR testing in the ICU improved antibiotic stewardship compared to standard care. More...
07 Mar 2025
Image: The study identified a genetic signature in bacteria that, when present, indicates the likelihood of developing antibiotic resistance (Photo courtesy of Tulane University)

Unique Genetic Signature Predicts Drug Resistance in Bacteria

Researchers have discovered a unique genetic signature in bacteria that can predict their likelihood of developing resistance to antibiotics. More...
04 Mar 2025
Image: The unique barcoding system enables tracking of K. pneumoniae as it moves throughout the body (Photo courtesy of AdobeStock)

Unique Barcoding System Tracks Pneumonia-Causing Bacteria as They Infect Blood Stream

Scientists are working to understand how bacteria spread throughout the body to cause systemic infections, with the ultimate goal of halting this process before it escalates. More...
28 Feb 2025
Image: The Cytovale System isolates, images, and analyzes cells (Photo courtesy of Cytovale)

Rapid Sepsis Diagnostic Test Demonstrates Improved Patient Care and Cost Savings in Hospital Application

A new study has shown that a rapid sepsis diagnostic test can reduce care costs and improve the efficiency of sepsis management. More...
19 Feb 2025
Image: The rapid diagnostic to detect neonatal sepsis can provide results within hours versus days (Photo courtesy of 123RF)

Rapid Diagnostic System to Detect Neonatal Sepsis Within Hours

A robust, cost-effective device detects neonatal sepsis using advanced digital imaging and signal processing, delivering results within hours instead of days. More...
12 Feb 2025
Image: RNA sequencing directly from whole blood aims to expand access to LRTI testing (Photo courtesy of CARB-X)

Novel Test to Diagnose Bacterial Pneumonia Directly from Whole Blood

Researchers are exploring the possibility of detecting bacterial pneumonia directly from blood samples to improve access to testing for lower-respiratory-tract infections. More...
31 Jan 2025
Image: The diagnostic sensitivity of the interferon-γ release assay was higher in patients with COPD complicated with active pulmonary tuberculosis (Photo courtesy of Adobe Stock)

Interferon-γ Release Assay Effective in Patients with COPD Complicated with Pulmonary Tuberculosis

An interferon-γ release assay has demonstrated higher diagnostic sensitivity in COPD patients with pulmonary tuberculosis than other diagnostic methods. More...
27 Jan 2025
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