Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Widely Used GI Panel Produces High Rate of False-Positive Norovirus Results

A University of Washington study found the panel cross-reacts with 78 gut bacteria species, resulting in over 250,000 false-positive norovirus results since 2019.

Infectious Diseases

Seegene Proposes New Testing Method for Reproductive Tract Infections

Seegene has introduced a syndromic PCR-based test for simultaneous detection of STIs and HPV. Company data show co-detection in 71% of positive cases, supporting potential clinical utility for comprehensive reproductive infection screening.

Infectious Diseases

FDA Grants EUA for Multiplex PCR Assay for Viral Skin Lesions

The assay from Seegene USA simultaneously detects and differentiates herpes simplex virus, varicella-zoster virus, and monkeypox virus.

Emerging & Zoonotic Diseases

WHO Adds First Diagnostic Test for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus to Emergency Use Listing

WHO has added the first molecular diagnostic test for Ebola Bundibugyo virus to its Emergency Use Listing, aiming to support rapid infection confirmation and surveillance during the ongoing outbreak in Central Africa.

Flu & Respiratory Infections

FDA Clears Rapid PCR System for Rapid Respiratory Virus Testing

The system simultaneously detects RSV, influenza A and B, and SARS-CoV-2 from a nasal swab in under 10 minutes.

Gastrointestinal Infections

bioMérieux Seeks FDA Clearance for Updated Gastrointestinal Testing Panels

The new molecular panels are designed to detect up to 22 pathogens in one hour with enhanced norovirus detection.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Study Shows Molecular Test Improves Treatment Accuracy for Vaginal Infections

A randomized trial found Cepheid’s Xpert Xpress MVP test improved appropriate treatment rates for vaginitis within 24 hours compared to standard diagnostic methods.