Microbiology
Novel Microbe Biomarkers Reveal Evidence of Radiation Exposure
Researchers have identified unique biomarkers that could be used to confirm exposure to damaging radiation in large groups of individuals potentially exposed to unknown and variable doses for the purpose of triage and treatment. More...14 Jun 2012
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Hepatitis C Testing Proposed for All Baby Boomers
Rapid Tests Preemptively Screen Drug Resistant Bacteria
Interferon-Gamma Release Assays Preferred for Latent TB
Oral Antibody Test for HIV Approved for Consumers
Cover-Glass Test Differentiates Bacteria
Dipstick Assay Evaluated for Liver Fluke Diagnosis
Rapid Method Detects Urinary Tract Infections
Slide Reading Device Evaluated For Malaria
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Rapid Molecular Assay Detects Pneumonia Causative Agents
Bartonella Infection Linked with Rheumatoid Illnesses
Molecular Assays Detect Enterovirus in Clinical Samples
Blood Type Predisposes to Certain Viral Infections
Parasite Alleles Linked to Severe Illness in Newborns
Method Detects Hypervirulent Bacterial Strains
Company Exhibits Infectious Disease Testing Capabilities at ECCMID 2012
Commercial Assays Detect Fungal DNA in Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Complimentary Reflex Test Determines Drug Resistance in Trichomoniasis
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