Microbiology
Automated Assay for Influenza and RSV Cleared
The US Food & Drug Administration has cleared an on-demand automated molecular test for rapid, reliable determination of Flu A, Flu B, and differentiation of respiratory syncytial virus infection. Redundant targets extend coverage for detection of seasonal and emerging new influenza strains. More...07 Dec 2014
Innovative Mobile Device Rapidly Diagnoses Respiratory Infectious Diseases
Prototype development of novel platform technology has been successfully completed for the rapid, low-cost point-of-care diagnosis of flu and other respiratory conditions, and has potential for detection of a wide range of other diseases. More...03 Dec 2014
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