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Image: Color-enhanced scanning electron micrograph showing Salmonella Typhimurium (red) invading cultured human cells (Photo courtesy of Rocky Mountain Laboratories, NIAID, NIH)

AI Identifies Drug-Resistant Typhoid-Like Infection from Microscopy Images within Hours

A new AI algorithm capable of correctly identifying drug-resistant bacteria from microscopy images alone can significantly cut down the time needed to accurately diagnose drug-resistant infections. More...
16 Jul 2024
Image: Clinical laboratory workflow for mNGS (Photo courtesy of UCSF)

Metagenomic Next-Generation Sequencing Identifies Pathogens Causing CNS Infections

Data from a new study underscores the effectiveness and diagnostic capabilities of metagenomic next-generation sequencing in diagnosing infectious diseases such as meningitis, encephalitis, and myelitis in both adults and children. More...
12 Jul 2024
Image: The PA-100 AST System for rapid AMR detection has won the “Longitude Prize on AMR” (Photo courtesy of Sysmex Astrego)

Rapid UTI Test Cuts Detection Time from 3 days to 45 Minutes

A groundbreaking test promises to revolutionize treatment for urinary tract infections by bringing advanced laboratory testing capabilities directly into the doctor’s office. More...
17 Jun 2024
Image: The new method offers faster, more accurate pathogen identification, even in complex DNA sequences (Photo courtesy of 123RF)

New DNA Testing Method Offers Faster and More Accurate Pathogen Identification

Researchers have introduced an alternative DNA testing method that could potentially replace traditional PCR, paving the way for broader applications in medical diagnostics. More...
05 Jun 2024
Image: The POC PCR test shortens time for STI test results (Photo courtesy of Visby Medical)

POC STI Test Shortens Time from ED Arrival to Test Results

A new study has demonstrated that a POC PCR test can reduce the time from specimen collection to STI result to just 47 minutes per patient, compared to the 25-hour average with SOC lab-processed molecular send-out tests. More...
04 Jun 2024
Image: The T-SPOT.TB test is now paired with the Auto-Pure 2400 liquid handling platform for accurate TB testing (Photo courtesy of Shutterstock)

Integrated Solution Ushers New Era of Automated Tuberculosis Testing

A unique blood-based interferon-gamma release assay paired with an automated liquid handling platform enables accurate TB testing and streamlined lab workflows without compromising on clinical performance. More...
08 May 2024
Image: The ASTar System has received US FDA 510(k) clearance (Photo courtesy of Q-linea AB)

Automated Sepsis Test System Enables Rapid Diagnosis for Patients with Severe Bloodstream Infections

A fully automated system for rapid AST significantly reduces the time required to obtain clinically actionable results, thereby speeding up the administration of optimal treatments from days to just hours. More...
07 May 2024
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