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For centuries outbreaks of numerous diseases called pandemics would plague human populations in large regions or even world-wide. Throughout history there have been a number of widespread pandemics the most devastating being the Black Death pandemic that killed over 75 million people in the 1350’s and the latest being influenza outbreaks, also known as the Spanish flu, in 1918 and ...
As the new year begins, many people prioritize their health by scheduling annual physicals and medical check-ups. While these routine exams ensure overall well-being, few realize the crucial role that fluoropolymers play in modern medical technology. From diagnostic tools to life-saving devices, fluoropolymer materials contribute significantly to patient safety, hygiene, and the accuracy of ...
The human brain has long been regarded as one of the most enigmatic subjects in both medicine and science, captivating interest since ancient times. Its intricate architecture and advanced functionalities continue to inspire awe. However, it is through the lens of contemporary medical technology that we can begin to uncover the secrets within the brain, revealing the intricate structures nestled ...
Drug antibody testing is a laboratory testing method specifically designed to evaluate the immune response of the human body to certain drugs. This test is commonly used to monitor a patient's immune response to biological agents or other drugs, especially in the treatment of chronic diseases such as autoimmune diseases, certain cancers, and inflammatory diseases. The principle of drug antibody ...
Creative Biogene provides a series of pseudotyped Monkeypox virus products for our clients. Based on our experienced scientist team and well-running labs, we are aiming to offer high-quality virus products in a short turnaround time. Monkeypox is a viral zoonosis (a virus transmitted to humans from animals) with symptoms similar to smallpox, although it is clinically less severe. Monkeypox is ...
POCT (Point-of-Care Testing) refers to clinical and bedside testing conducted in close proximity to patients. It is often not performed by clinical laboratory personnel. POCT holds significant importance in disease prevention, etiology determination, prognosis, enhancing treatment outcomes, and reducing healthcare expenses. It meets clinical testing needs across various healthcare settings. POCT ...
The importance of dependable medical equipment cannot be overstated, as it forms the backbone of diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services. From urban hospitals to remote clinics, the efficacy of medical interventions hinges significantly on the quality and reliability of the equipment used. ...
What is Cocklebur? Xanthium strumarium is a flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. It is an annual herb known for its rough, oval spines covered in hooked spines. These burrs easily attach to clothing, fur, and feathers, allowing the plant's seeds to disperse over long distances. It is considered a noxious weed in some areas due to its toxicity and impact on agriculture. The seeds ...
As we all know, proteins play important roles in human bodies since all physiologic events are related to the structural or mechanical functions of certain proteins. Studying the synthesis process of proteins is a way to study the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of certain diseases. The human genome contains approximately 3 billion base pairs of DNA. Among them, only about 30 ...
Medical History Jane is a 40-year-old, married mother of two teenage boys. She teaches at the local elementary school and has been in good health for most of her life. She has no surgical history. Her most severe ailment up to this point has been the flu at age 27. Her students are first-graders; they are often difficult to control. She also experiences the normal stresses of raising ...
There are a ton of practical uses for computer vision at present times. One industry where this technology is increasingly useful in healthcare. It is impossible to exaggerate the value of computer vision services in the medical field. Its methods continue to be used more widely since they have demonstrated excellent utility in numerous medical contexts, including surgical planning and medical ...
Health research is very important for improving health care for all. As we mentioned in a previous article, What is Health Research?, this type of research helps medical researchers understand people’s health and how we can make treatments better for everyone. But health research isn’t possible without the contributions of research participants. Research participants are ...
COVID-19 and viruses are a concern for all of us. Yet, anticipating a virus’s impact on an unborn child has heightened during the coronavirus pandemic for pregnant women or those expecting. However, there are tips you can take to protect yourself from viruses. ...
On January 8, 2022, Bloomberg reported that Leondios Kostrikis, a professor of biological sciences at the University of Cyprus, and his team had discovered a new variant of SARS-CoV-2, named "Deltacron" because it has an Omicron-like genetic signature in the Delta genome. Deltacron, according to Kostrikis, mixes genes from Delta and Omicron and may have come from patients who had both Delta and ...
You talk to your primary care provider about it, test negative for COVID-19, and they order you an inhaler in an effort to save you money on plane tickets. ...
ABSTRACT Infection of prosthetic vascular grafts can manifest as pain, pseudoaneurysms, or arterial insufficiency in the leg. We present the case of a female patient with a medical history of a right external iliac artery endofibrosis, with a persistently infected synthetic iliofemoral bypass graft, which we replaced with a bioengineered human acellular vessel. At the 12-month follow-up visit, ...
As the world opens up over the coming months and years, there will be countless plane journeys to see loved ones, meet new family members and travel for work and leisure. Many of these travellers will first need to provide evidence of a negative PCR test to show they pose a minimal COVID-19 transmission risk. Time is proving of the essence for testing. With reports of multi-hour queues at ...
The company’s longer-term goal is to develop the platform to provide “multiple points of information from a single test,” says President Tej Patel. Fluxergy, a company that has already made headlines for earning a CE mark for its one-hour COVID-19 RT-PCR test, has expanded its U.S. headquarters after commercializing the test globally. The expansion will enable the company to ...
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Abstract Messenger RNA (mRNA) based vaccines (Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna) are highly effective at providing immunity against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). However, there is uncertainty about the duration of immunity, evolution of IgG antibody levels and IgG avidity (an index of antibody-antigen binding strength), and differences in the immune responses between ...
Mic qpcr cycler and Myra liquid handler have been put through their paces in COVID-19-testing field trials in regional Western Australia and found to be noticeably robust, rapidly deployable and flexible. These results have been outlined in a recent paper, Development, deployment and in-field demonstration of mobile corona virus SARS-CoV-2 Nucleic acid amplification test, published by Paton, ...