Molecular Diagnostics


Midlife Blood Test Could Predict Cognitive Decline and Alzheimer's in Later Life
Scientists have identified two blood biomarkers related to cognitive function changes in midlife women, potentially paving the way for noninvasive, early detection and intervention strategies for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. More...25 Dec 2023

Advanced Viral Diagnostics Tool Moves Closer to Widespread Use
Scientists have validated the latest iteration of VirCapSeq, an advanced NGS-based screening and surveillance system capable of detecting any virus that could infect humans, whether previously identified or not, with enhanced sensitivity and speed compared to other NGS platforms. More...22 Dec 2023

Innovative PCR Platform Delivers Sample-to-Result Molecular Testing Across All Laboratory Settings
A multiplex real-time PCR testing platform generates results in 25 minutes or less, improves clinical care, delivers cost savings and offers sample-to-result molecular testing across all laboratory settings. More...22 Dec 2023



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Genetic Testing channel of LabMedica brings the latest in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, and epigenetics, and methods from PCR to FISH, and more.