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Microbiology

Rapid Whole-Genome Sequencing Tracks MRSA

Whole genome sequencing can provide clinically relevant data on bacterial transmission within a timescale that can influence infection control and patient management. More...
27 Jun 2012

Rapid Test Detects Bacterial Strains Contaminating Leukocyte-Reduced Platelets

A rapid test addresses platelet units contaminated with bacteria, the greatest infectious risk in transfusion today. More...
27 Jun 2012

Unique Cells Cause HPV Related Cervical Cancers

A unique set of cells identified in the cervix are the cause of HPV-related cervical cancers. These cells do not regenerate when excised. More...
26 Jun 2012
Image: Colored transmission electron micrograph of thin-sectioned cells of Aeromonas hydrophila bacteria (Photo courtesy of Dr. Kari Lounatmaa / SPL).

Chromogenic Agar Medium Identifies Aeromonas in Fecal Samples

Chromogenic agar medium has been found useful for the isolation, differentiation, and potential identification of Aeromonas spp. isolated from several sources. More...
25 Jun 2012

Dried Urine Spots Detect Cytomegalovirus in Newborns

Dried urine spots can be used to provide a simple screening tool for congenital Cytomegalovirus infection in newborn infants. More...
21 Jun 2012

POCTs Urgently Needed in Resource-Limited Countries

In resource-limited settings, the impact of diagnostic tests that can be provided at the immediate point-of-care is potentially even greater, because the alternative to a POCT may be no diagnostic support at all. More...
20 Jun 2012
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Complement Fixation Endpoint Determined by Spectrophotometer

The complement fixation test is an immunological method that can be used to quantify the presence of either a specific antibody or a specific antigen in a patient's serum. More...
18 Jun 2012
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