Microbiology
A Unique Streptococcus Strain Now Dominates the Infection Landscape in the United Kingdom
British microbiologists have identified the mutations that were responsible for the dramatic increase in virulence of a Group A Streptococcus variant that has now emerged as the dominant strain in the United Kingdom. More...04 Aug 2015
Finger Prick Blood Test Approved for Herpes Simplex 1
A blood test and test system for the herpes simplex 1 virus immunoglobulin G (IgG), has now received a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments Waiver, permitting its use in locations outside of traditional clinical laboratories. More...04 Aug 2015
Genomic Assays Identify Chikungunya Virus in Blood Donors
The risk for transfusion-transmitted infection of Chikungunya virus is currently unclear, but several factors raise concern about possible transfusion-transmitted infection with this virus, including a 10% to 25% asymptomatic infection rate and high viremic titers in asymptomatic persons. More...03 Aug 2015
Recombinase Polymerase Amplification Assays Developed for Typhus
Sensitive, specific and rapid diagnostic tests for the detection of the causative agents of scrub typhus and murine typhus are necessary to accurately and promptly diagnose patients and ensure that they receive proper treatment. More...03 Aug 2015
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