Microbiology
Smartphone Microscope Detects Blood Parasites Quickly
A new smartphone microscope has been developed that is capable of detecting and quantifying infection by parasitic worms using video and a single drop of blood and it is hoped that this new technology could make a difference in the battle against neglected tropical diseases. More...20 May 2015
Severe Hantavirus Disease Associated with Low Serum TGF-β Levels
Hantaviruses are emerging zoonotic pathogens which cause hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, an immune-mediated pathogenesis, and the role of transforming growth factor-β expression in acute Hantavirus infection has been investigated. More...27 Apr 2015
Hepatitis C Assay Receives European In Vitro Diagnostic Test Certification
Laboratories that adhere to the European Directive on In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices will now be able to work with a quantitative test that provides on-demand molecular testing for confirmation of infection and monitoring of Hepatitis C virus. More...27 Apr 2015
Device Diagnostics of Fixed Soil-Transmitted Helminth Infection Assessed
Kato-Katz is a widely used method for the diagnosis of soil-transmitted helminth infection, but fecal samples cannot be preserved, and hence, should be processed on the day of collection and examined under a microscope within 60 minutes of slide preparation. More...26 Apr 2015
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