Clinical Chemistry

Mild Brain Trauma Diagnosed with POC Device
Every year in Europe, three million people are admitted into hospitals for suspected mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) cases. Biomarkers have been intensively studied for their potential as diagnostic tools in cases of mTBI to allow accurate diagnosis, improve patient management speeds and reduce medical costs. More...14 Aug 2018



Leptin to Adiponectin Ratio Predicts Metabolic Function in Obesity
There is an epidemic of obesity and the metabolic syndrome in the USA and across the world. Both entities are associated with high mortality, mainly as a result of cardiovascular disease. The epidemic of obesity has been paralleled by an increase in the incidence of chronic kidney disease. More...08 Aug 2018

HDL Does Not Always Lower Risk of CV Disease
High-density lipoproteins (HDL) are a family of particles found in the blood that vary in sizes and cholesterol contents. HDL has traditionally been measured as the total cholesterol carried by the HDL particles, known as HDL cholesterol. More...02 Aug 2018

Saliva Test Could Improve Diabetes Control and Treatment
People with type 1 diabetes do not produce enough insulin. The hormone insulin is required for the body to use sugar for energy, so lack of insulin causes unused sugar to accumulate in the blood. This excess sugar in turn leads to complications like cardiovascular, kidney, eye and nerve damage. More...31 Jul 2018

Transcutaneous Bilirubin Estimated in ELBW Infants
Hyperbilirubinemia is seen in almost two-thirds of term and more than two-thirds of all preterm infants. The incidence of kernicterus has dramatically decreased since the onset of regular screening and aggressive management with phototherapy (PHT). More...31 Jul 2018
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Urinary Markers Predict Bone Problems after Hip Replacement
Link Identified between Inflammation and Depression
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Hormone Levels Alter CVD Risk in Older Women
Biomarkers Evaluated for Subconcussive Head Trauma
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