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Microbiology

Molecular Test Increases Specificity for Human Papillomavirus

Three different tests have been compared for the detection of human papillomavirus on cervical specimens and correlated with the presence of cancer. More...
31 Mar 2011

Study Evaluates Diagnostic Test for Blood Stream Infection

The first patient has been enrolled in a 1,000-patient clinical study evaluating a diagnostic test for blood stream infection. More...
30 Mar 2011
Image:Trichomonas vaginalis (photo courtesy of Raymond Jacobson).

Routine Screening Recommended for Sexually Transmitted Disease

An improved and more sensitive test should be included in the screening of vaginal swabs for women suspected of having sexually transmitted diseases. More...
29 Mar 2011
Image: Giardia Lamblia trophozoite (photo courtesy of Raymond Jacobson).

Multiplex Molecular Tests Detect Seven Intestinal Parasites

Polymerase chain reaction assays for intestinal parasites can be used on fecal DNA samples for enhanced detection of pathogenic organisms. More...
28 Mar 2011

All Quality Control Strains Recommended in EUCAST Available

All of the quality control strains recommended in the new European Committee on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing harmonized disc diffusion method for antimicrobial susceptibility testing are available. More...
24 Mar 2011

DNA Extraction Systems Compared for Stool Samples

Five different DNA extractions systems have been tested and compared for fecal sample collections. More...
20 Mar 2011

Dipstick Assay Identifies Fungal Disease Antigen

A rapid point-of-care assay is under development that could lead to early diagnosis and potentially save the lives of people stricken with fungal meningitis. More...
18 Mar 2011
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