A research team from McGill University has developed a diagnostic system that can identify bacteria, but also determine the antibiotics likely to neutralize them, all in just 36 minutes. This is ...

KANSAS CITY – During the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is not surprising to see the priorities of consumers – when it comes to the safety of their food – are higher than ever before. Even with ...

As the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID 19) pandemic continues to exert its influence over the world, rapid testing methods for the detection of RNA are urgently required for disease surveillance.

Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and rapid (antigen) tests for COVID-19 both involve taking a swab. Results for a PCR test take longer, as it needs to go to a laboratory. It is more costly but tends to ...

Increasing incidence of infectious diseases and cancer. Technological advancements in rapid microbiology testing. Increased focus on the early detection of infectious diseases. The report “Rapid ...

MADISON (WKOW) – New rapid testing developed by Public Health Madison & Dane County now detects bacteria more efficiently for our local beaches. Harmful bacteria like blue-green algae and E. coli can ...

A new rapid test could improve treatment of urinary tract infections, by identifying the most effective antibiotic for each individual patient. The test applies different antibiotics to bacteria found ...