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Pathology

Genomic Assay Predicts Probability of Heart Transplant Rejection

Results obtained over time by a gene expression assay used to monitor heart transplant patients for signs of rejection may be able to predict the likelihood of rejection in the future.  More...
05 Mar 2014
Image: Artist's rendition of circulating tumor cells and circulating tumor DNA (Photo courtesy of http://vyturelis.com).

Circulating Tumor DNA a Sensitive and Specific Cancer Biomarker

Digital polymerase chain reaction can be used for early detection of circulating tumor DNA in many types of cancer even in the absence of any circulating tumor cells.  More...
03 Mar 2014
Image: A benign pancreatic cyst is evident at the tip of the clamp in this photo (Photo courtesy of the Indiana University School of Medicine).

High Levels of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor Mark Noncancerous Pancreatic Cysts

A new noninvasive diagnostic test can differentiate benign pancreatic cysts from those that have the potential to progress to invasive pancreatic adenocarcinoma.  More...
27 Feb 2014
Image: The Qubit fluorometer (Photo courtesy of Life Technologies).

Whole-Genome Testing Helps Identify Breast Cancer Treatments

A molecular screening study has identified abnormalities in individual patients with breast cancer with the aim of providing targeted therapy matched to individuals' genomic alterations.  More...
26 Feb 2014
Image: Structure of the MECP2 protein (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons).

DNA Reference Samples Will Regularize Diagnosis of Rett Syndrome

A panel of highly characterized DNA samples that identify mutations in the gene that encodes methyl CpG binding protein 2 are now available to clinical laboratories as reference material for the diagnosis of Rett syndrome.  More...
26 Feb 2014
Image: The prototype microfluidic device has both curved and straight channels for transporting tissue biopsies (Photo courtesy of the University of Washington).

Low Cost Device Helps Diagnose Pancreatic Cancer

A low-cost device has been developed that could help pathologists diagnose pancreatic cancer earlier and faster.  More...
20 Feb 2014
Image: Fluxion’s IsoFlux system with cutting-edge technology for circulating tumor cell enrichment (Photo courtesy of Fluxion Bioscences).

New Service for Circulating Tumor Cell Analysis Now Available

A new clinical sample procurement capability, including fresh blood draws from a wide range of cancer indications and tumor subtype profiles, improves circulating tumor cell analysis services.   More...
18 Feb 2014
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