As next-generation sequencing (NGS) makes inroads into clinical applications such as cancer diagnostics, we look at some of the NGS initiatives and collaborations aiming to change the landscape of clinical sequencing and improve patient’s lives. WHAT IS DNA SEQUENCING? DNA sequencing refers to a ...
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Benzodiazepines (BZDs) are among the most commonly prescribed drugs in the U.S. Data for 1996-2013 show a 67% increase in adults filling BZD prescriptions. During the same period, the total quantity of BZDs filled increased 3.3-fold and overdose mortality involving BZDs increased 5.3-fold. An ...
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Individuals living with HIV have about 1.5 to 2 times higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) than those who do not have HIV, and they may develop earlier and more aggressive manifestations. To better manage these risks scientists are searching for HIV-specific CVD biomarkers that ...
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WHAT IS THE CLINICAL NEED FOR PREECLAMPSIA (PE) SCREENING? A: PE affects about 2% of pregnancies globally and is a major cause of maternal and perinatal mortality and morbidity. This condition has two major subtypes: early-onset (or preterm) PE, which develops before 34 weeks of gestation, and late...
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For four previously cleared Lyme disease tests, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared new indications that may help streamline diagnosis of this condition. The tests are made by Zeus Scientific and include the Zeus ELISA Borrelia VlsE1/pepC10 IgG/IgM test system, Zeus ELISA Borrelia ...
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AllTest took part in the 2019 edition of the Global Health Exhibition, which was held on Sept. 10-12 at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, Saudi Arabia. Over three days, AllTest aimed to build ties and foster cooperation with our existing clients and partners in healthcare ...
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AllTest participated in the ninth edition of Medical Fair Thailand which was held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, Thailand from Sep 11-13, 2019. The three-day exhibition coincides with the Mid-Autumn Festival- a blessing to the wind and good luck to the moon. AllTest wishes ...
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