Technology

Cancer Detected by Dynamic Morphology Tracking on Aptamer-Grafted Surfaces
Cell motility is a phenomenon where cells move by protruding and contracting sections of the membrane that is a complex process performed through sophisticated balancing act between internal cytoskeleton structure and the cell membrane proteins. More...22 Dec 2015

Diagnostic Method Created Based On Birefringence
A new diagnostic method has been created based on birefringence, which is the ability of substances to change the polarization state of light. With this method, doctors around the world could easily, rapidly, and reliably detect pathogenic microorganisms. More...20 Dec 2015

Microfluidic Disposable Device Diagnoses Diseases Cheaply
The development of a reusable microfluidic device for sorting and manipulating cells and other micro/nano meter scale objects will make biomedical diagnosis of diseases cheaper and more convenient in regions where medical facilities are sparse or cost is prohibitive. More...16 Dec 2015




Automated PCR Platform Increases Productivity of Clinical Molecular Diagnostic Laboratories
An automated real-time PCR platform that has been certified for diagnostics use in Europe has demonstrated the potential to dramatically improve productivity and turnaround times in the clinical laboratory. More...09 Dec 2015
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New Coagulation Analyzer Designed for Low-Volume Routine Testing
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Cancer Cells Detected Before They Form Metastases
Urine Sample Collection Tubes Relaunched for Microbial Diagnostics
Test Results of Fingerstick Blood Vary Significantly
Automated Slide Processors Ease Workload in Cytology Labs
New Clinical Chemistry Analyzer Introduced at Medica 2015
First Lab-in-a-Briefcase to Boost Global Early Diagnosis of Cancer
Rapid Ebola Virus Detection Assay Evaluated
System Portfolio Includes High Medical Value Virology Assays
Easy Test for Sickle Cell Disease Developed
Adoption of New Digital Pathology PACS to Improve Cancer Care for Patients in Sweden
Molecular Technology Identifies Viral RNA Mutations in Clinical Samples
Miniature DNA Sequencing Device Independently Evaluated
Respiratory Pathogen Diagnostic Panel Now Certified for Use in Europe
Powerful Plastic Microscope Brings Diagnostic Care to Rural Areas
Diagnostic Antibodies and Proteins Detected with DNA Nanomachines
Molecular Diagnostics Platform and Dedicated HSV Assay Set to Debut
On-Chip Optical Sensing Technique Detects Multiple Flu Strains
New Target Sequence Capture Panel Eases Detection of Viruses in Patient Samples
Compounds Detected in Breath Samples Specific to Ovarian Cancer
New Portable Device Counts Leukocytes Through the Skin
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