Respiratory tract infections, predominantly caused by viral pathogens, are a common reason for healthcare visits. Accurate and swift diagnosis of these infections is essential for optimal patient management. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been significant advancements in laboratory medicine, enhancing the testing capabilities for respiratory viruses. These advancements include the use of diverse sample types and the introduction of various new testing methods. However, these developments have also created a need for greater educational efforts on how best to utilize these novel testing options. Addressing this need, a new guidance document has been released, offering expert advice on essential aspects of clinical testing for respiratory viral infections, aiming to maximize the benefits of recent technological advances in this rapidly evolving field. This guidance has been formed by a multidisciplinary team of clinical microbiologists and infectious disease clinicians convened by the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM, ...
Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a), is increasingly recognized as a critical but under-acknowledged potential risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, which are a significant public health concern. Around 20% of the global population has high levels of Lp(a), which heightens their risk of conditions such as myocardial infarction and stroke. Elevated Lp(a) levels contribute to the accumulation of lipids within artery walls, facilitating plaque formation and heightening the risk of cardiovascular events. While factors such as menopause, and kidney or liver diseases, as well as hyperthyroidism can affect Lp(a) levels, over 90% of the variability in Lp(a) levels is due to genetic differences in the lipoprotein (a) (LPA) gene. Consequently, testing for Lp(a) is a crucial diagnostic tool that helps clinicians accurately evaluate cardiovascular risk, and its integration into routine diagnostics is anticipated soon. Roche’s (Basel, Switzerland) Tina-quant lipoprotein Lp(a) RxDx assay has received Breakthrough Device Designation from the U.S. Food and ...
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological condition for which there is currently no cure. It affects around three million people globally and ranks as the second most common cause of disability among young adults. The urgent need for improved treatments has led to extensive research into various viruses associated with MS, with the Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) emerging as a significant risk factor for the disease. It remains unclear why certain individuals with MS exhibit an abnormal immune response to EBV, which typically causes no symptoms in most people. Now, a novel blood test has been developed that measures the immune response to EBV, providing new avenues for basic research into EBV’s role in MS and potential applications in clinical trials aimed at targeting the virus. Researchers at Trinity College Dublin (Dublin, Ireland) conducted studies measuring the immune response of MS patients to EBNA-1, a component of EBV that resembles ...
Organiser:Adpex JSC Time:11- 14 September 2024 address:Lawrence S. Ting Building 801 Nguyen Van Linh Parkway, Dist. 7 Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam Exhibition hall:Saigon Exhibition & Convention Center Product range: Medical Products Exhibition area: Medical equipment and instruments, medical consumables, medical dressings, surgical equipment, rescue equipment, diagnostic equipment and supplies, ophthalmic instruments and equipment, ENT equipment, dental equipment and supplies, medical reagents and equipment, medical health products and equipment, medical institutions and laboratory technology equipment, medical information and technology exchange, beauty equipment Analytical Instruments Exhibition area: Optical analysis instruments, mass spectrometers, spectrometers, chromatographs, spectrometers, electrochemical analysis instruments, X-ray analysis instruments, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, thermal analysis instruments, all kinds of portable instruments, surface analysis instruments, nuclear analysis instruments, elemental analysis instruments, process analysis instruments, composition analysis instruments, injection analysis instruments and other general analytical instruments Laboratory Equipment Exhibition area: Laboratory instruments and equipment, laboratory automation and accessories, optical instruments and equipment, ...
One of the most critical measurements in healthcare is the blood cell count, which can provide insights into a range of conditions from infections and autoimmune diseases to cancer. Traditionally, collecting a sample for this test involves a blood draw that must be performed at a clinic and analyzed in a centralized clinical laboratory. This requirement can be a significant barrier for homebound individuals or those living in remote areas. Now, researchers have simplified the process to just a finger prick, with blood collected on a paper-dried blood spot card that can be mailed to a lab for analysis, including measurement of white blood cell counts. Researchers at Tufts University (Medford, MA, USA) are developing methods to perform these tests that significantly reduce costs and increase accessibility. They are utilizing a widely available resource: paper. Their groundbreaking paper-based tests for personal health monitoring do away with the need for costly ...
Recently, when I walked into the disposable medical supplies production workshop of Nanchang Ruiao Jucheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. located in Nanchang Economic and Technological Development Zone, Jiangxi Province, I saw the workers on the intelligent production line skillfully carrying out product inspection, assembly, packaging and other tasks, and the scene was full of bustling production. It is understood that Nanchang Ruiao Jucheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise specializing in biotechnology research, development and production . “At present, the company’s production orders have been scheduled until November, and the products are in short supply. In order to meet the production needs of orders, we have carried out targeted expansion by adding new production lines.” Zhou Bin, chairman of Nanchang Ruiao Jucheng Biotechnology Co., Ltd., introduced. At present, the company has built instrument production workshops and reagent production workshops, which can produce 100 flow cytometers and 5 million diagnostic kits ...
Rapid and accurate testing is crucial in the fight against Hepatitis C. Hepatitis C blood testing determines whether someone has been infected with the Hepatitis C virus. Having regular access to testing helps ensure the prompt identification of potential Hepatitis C infections and facilitates immediate linkage to care, thus helping to reduce further transmission. Now, the first one-minute Hepatitis C antibody test can prove to be an excellent tool in managing this disease. The INSTI HCV Antibody Test from bioLytical Laboratories (Richmond, BC, Canada) is the world’s first one-minute test that detects antibodies to the Hepatitis C virus, which are substances released into the bloodstream upon infection. The test includes procedural control for IgG and IgM and can identify HCV genotypes 1 through 6, delivering results in as little as 60 seconds. It is both highly accurate and affordable, designed for ease of use. This fully portable system does not ...
The network will support the development, evaluation and adoption of innovative health and care technology The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has awarded an NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) Network £5m to provide national coordination and leadership for NIHR HRCs to advance health innovations. Hosted by Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust from 1 September 2024, the network will support the development, evaluation and adoption of innovative health and care technology. In November 2023, the NIHR announced £42m in funding to support 14 new NIHR HRCs to work with businesses to support the development of medical devices, diagnostics and digital technologies to allow people to better monitor their health, make earlier diagnoses and improve the management of conditions such as cancer, dementia, cardiovascular and respiratory disease. The HRCs are located in leading NHS organisations across England, including Guy’s and St Thomas’ and King’s College London’s HRC for ...
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