Rapid microbiological point-of-care testing for respiratory tract infections does not reduce overall same-day antibiotic prescribing in primary care, a recent study shows.
A rapid microbiological point-of-care test designed to help GPs identify whether a respiratory infection is caused by a virus ...
NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESS Newswire / May 18, 2026 / Access to basic medical care remains out of reach for many people across the United States due to cost, transportation challenges, and limited time ...
Credit: Cepheid. The Xpert HCV test delivers results in about an hour. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted marketing authorization to Xpert ® HCV, a point-of-care hepatitis C virus (HCV ...
Speed and precision are two of the most vital considerations when it comes to patient care in the high-stakes environment of the Emergency Department (ED). Thus, swift decision-making and accurate ...
In a study published today in Biofunctional Materials, Prof. Dr. Haidar, Founder and CEO of BioMAT’X I+D+I LABs in Santiago, Chile, explores a new era in healthcare diagnostics driven by ...
A clinical trial led by Kirby Institute at UNSW Sydney has found that point-of-care testing for hepatitis B DNA is as effective as traditional laboratory testing, paving the way for faster diagnosis ...
This webinar's emphasis on CLIA quality standards and the integration of Integri-sense Technology within RAPIDPoint® 500e System seeks to illuminate the path toward enhanced quality management at the ...
Point-of-care testing for group A beta-hemolytic Streptococcus (Strep A) significantly reduced antibiotic prescriptions in children and adults with signs of pharyngitis, even when used as the sole ...
Point of care devices within the healthcare system can aid in improving diagnoses as well as the control of diseases through monitoring. These devices can include glucose monitors that only require a ...
A novel nanobody-based immunosensor, designed to function stably in undiluted biological fluids and harsh conditions, has been developed. Their innovative design leverages BRET -- bioluminescence ...