Microbiology
Assay Detects Medically Relevant Candida Species Within an Hour
An assay currently under development, can detect the most medically relevant Candida species within an hour from blood cultures taken from patients with fungal bloodstream infections, speeding diagnosis and appropriate treatment for better patient outcomes. More...27 Jun 2012
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