Clinical Chemistry

Simpler and Reliable ALS Diagnosis Enabled With Blood Tests
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is an adult onset fatal neurodegenerative syndrome characterized by the insidious onset of progressive motor symptoms and signs secondary to the loss of upper and lower motor neurons and their tracts. More...08 Feb 2022

Genetic Clues Link Lipoprotein A to Prostate Cancer Risk
Some factors associated with higher risk of prostate cancer (PCa) cannot be modified, such as older age and being of African descent. Meanwhile, other risk factors for the aggressive form of the disease, such as smoking and obesity, can potentially be modified. More...07 Feb 2022


New, Enzyme-Free Glucose Monitoring Sensor Solution Could Find Applications in Range of POC Diagnostics
Researchers have developed a new glucose sensor that is cheaper and more robust than current systems, opening up the possibility of taking the underlying applied methodology to a vast range of similar point-of-care diagnostics. More...03 Feb 2022

ALT/AST Ratio Is an Independent Risk Factor for Gestational Diabetes Mellitus
Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) is defined as a state of impaired glucose tolerance first being discovered during pregnancy. GDM increases the risk of pregnancy complications and adverse perinatal outcomes, such as pregnancy-induced hypertension, preeclampsia, abortion, premature delivery, premature ruptures of membranes, and large for gestational age infants. More...02 Feb 2022

Diagnostic Value of Serum CHI3L1 in Hepatocellular Carcinoma Explored
Primary liver cancer is the sixth diagnosed cancer and the fourth cause of cancer-related death worldwide. Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the major pathological category and comprises a 75%–85% incidence of primary liver cancer cases. More...02 Feb 2022

Proteomic Noninvasive Biomarkers Associated with Sport-Related Concussions
Sport-related concussions affect millions of individuals across the USA each year, and current techniques to diagnose and monitor them rely largely on subjective measures. Concussion can be frustratingly hard to diagnose and track. More...26 Jan 2022
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Biochemical Parameters Compared for Diabetic Ketoacidosis Severity
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Different Test Systems Analytical Performance Evaluated for Serum Creatinine
Blood Biomarker Kallikrein-8 Detects Amnestic Mild Cognitive Impairment
Nomograms Including Rapid Antigen Test Detects Primary Bladder Cancer
Near Normal Aminotransferase Levels Reported in Alcoholic Cirrhosis Patients
Serum High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein Associated With Pre-Diabetes
Calprotectin Levels Vary When Measured in Different Matrices for COVID-19
Seasonal Temperature Impacts Patients’ Laboratory Results
D-Serine Clearance Evaluates Precise Measurement of Kidney Function
Long-Term Storage Stability of Corticotropin Investigated
Circulating ACE2 Activity Predicts Mortality and Severity in COVID-19 Patients
Cord Blood and Filter Paper Screening Compared for Congenital Hypothyroidism
Serum and Plasma Choline Quantified by Clinical NMR- Analyzer
Apolipoprotein B Singled Out as Heart Attack Risk Predictor
Monocyte Distribution Width Predicts Sepsis in Critically Ill Patients
Lipoprotein(a) Concentrations Correlate With LDL-C in Diabetic Children
Beckman Coulter Launches Automated, High-Throughput DxU Iris Urinalysis Solution in Europe
Siemens Introduces New Intelligent, Integrated IVD Solutions Virtually at EUROMEDLAB 2021
Fatty Acids Profiles Related to Biomarkers in GDM Progression
Urine Test Uses Tiny Worms to Detect Early Signs of Cancer
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