The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) and the Association for Laboratory Medicine (LabMed) have released a joint statement announcing a temporary pause in national quality assurance panel activities while a sustainable model is developed.
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Donor-derived cfDNA as a non-invasive biomarker in transplant monitoring
Stephanie Anderson considers the clinical limitations of creatinine and biopsy in post-kidney transplant monitoring, and the case for donor-derived cell-free DNA as an early, non-invasive biomarker.
Varicella-zoster virus: the childhood infective agent that can reactivate later in life as shingles
While chickenpox is generally regarded as a childhood medical rite of passage, infection by the virus responsible can have serious consequences, particularly for infants, adults, pregnant women, and those with a weakened immune system. Here, Pathology in Practice Science Editor Brian Nation looks at a selection of current research into varicella...
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Ten-colour PCR platform bridges gap between PCR and NGS
Countable Labs has announced the launch of Countable 10, the first and only PCR platform capable of 10-color multiplexing. The new platform will extend the utility of the company’s core Countable PCR technology to enable higher level multiplexing that easily and cleanly reveals more insights in a single reaction.
Gestalt launches PathFlow update
Gestalt has announced the release of PathFlow Version 6, the latest evolution of its award-winning digital pathology platform.
Leica Biosystems expands digital pathology portfolio
Leica Biosystems has launched two new software solutions into its Aperio Digital Pathology portfolio.
Roche’s Troponin T test offers improved accuracy
Roche has recently announced the primary results from the TSIX Study Program, which evaluated the performance of its new sixth-generation high-sensitivity Troponin T test for diagnosing heart attacks.
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