Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Plasma Test Launches for Rapid Detection of Mold Infections

The plasma-based test detects cell-free DNA from 14 mold species and delivers results in less than 24 hours, according to the company.

Infectious Diseases

Rapid Syphilis Tests Show Economic, Clinical Benefits for High-Risk Populations

Monash University study finds different testing algorithms work best for pregnant women versus men who have sex with men.

Infectious Diseases

Security Vulnerabilities Found in Portable DNA Sequencers

Researchers identify critical flaws in Oxford Nanopore devices that could expose or alter genetic data without detection.

Emerging & Zoonotic Diseases

AI Drives Progress in Lyme Disease Testing and Adolescent Care

At ADLM, researchers showcase how AI is advancing clinical lab medicine—from improving early Lyme disease detection to helping teens access reliable health information.

Flu & Respiratory Infections

Taste-Based Flu Detection Technology Shows Promise in Lab Tests

Molecular sensor releases thyme flavor when encountering influenza virus, potentially enabling at-home screening through gum or lozenges.

Gastrointestinal Infections

FDA Clears Hologic’s Molecular GI Pathogen Tests

New assays detect common bacterial causes of infectious gastroenteritis using molecular technology on existing diagnostic platforms.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Women’s Health Platform to Offer Home STI Test

The test uses Abbott's simpli-COLLECT platform to detect chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomonas, and mycoplasma genitalium from patient-collected specimens.