Microbiology
Rapid Test Uses Bacteria-Infecting Viruses to Accurately Identify UTI-Causing Pathogens
Scientists have developed a rapid test that uses bacteriophages, viruses that naturally prey on bacteria, and also altered them genetically to further increase their effectiveness in destroying pathogenic bacteria. More...31 Jul 2023
Direct-From-Blood Molecular Diagnostic Test Detects Candida Auris in Just 3-5 Hours
A direct-from-blood molecular diagnostic test can detect Candida auris (C. auris) directly from blood in just 3-5 hours, eliminating the need to wait for several days for a positive blood culture. More...21 Jul 2023
New Urinary Antigen Immunodiagnostic Assay Enables High-Throughput Qualitative Detection of Legionnaires' Disease
A new assay improves the diagnosis of atypical pneumonia by providing precise identification of Legionnaires' Disease (LD), a severe form of atypical Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP). More...18 Jul 2023
10-Minute POC Test Detects and Differentiates Bacterial from Viral Respiratory Infection
A quick fingerstick blood test capable of distinguishing between viral and bacterial acute respiratory infections within 10 minutes can help doctors apply antibiotics where they're truly needed, thereby combating antibiotic resistance. More...05 Jul 2023
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