FDA-Authorized At-Home Syphilis Test Available Nationwide
NOWDiagnostics has launched the First To Know Syphilis Test, an FDA-authorized over-the-counter syphilis test in the U.S.
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Virax Biolabs Announces Distribution Agreement for Mpox RT-PCR Kits in Europe, Middle East
Virax Biolabs secured a distribution agreement to commercialize Mpox detection kits across Europe and for Gulf Cooperation Council nations.
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How STI Testing Is Key to Fighting a Growing Epidemic
There has been significant rise in sexually transmitted infections (STIs), underscoring the need for improved STI testing and diagnostics.
National Birth Defects Awareness Month Highlights Need for Increased Congenital Syphilis Testing
Emphasizing the healthcare disparities through increased testing for effective prevention of congenital syphilis needs addressing.
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NOWDx Submits De Novo Classification Request to the FDA for OTC Syphilis Test
NOWDiagnostics submitted a De Novo Classification Request to the U.S. FDA for the company’s First to Know at-home syphilis test.
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FDA Details Herpes Tests that May Produce False Reactive Results
The FDA is providing this information to educate health care providers and clinical laboratory staff and reduce the risk of false results.
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Trinity Biotech Ships New HIV Test to Kenya
The company began commercial shipments as part of the initial purchase order for 2.5 million tests, with further shipments scheduled.
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QuidelOrtho Gets FDA Clearance for Multiplex Molecular Platform and Herpes Simplex Virus Assay
QuidelOrtho received 510(K) clearance from the FDA for its innovative Savanna PCR platform and Savanna HSV 1+2/VZV in vitro diagnostic test
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Why Diagnosing HIV Before Symptoms Show is Critical
HIV can hide in the body for many years before symptoms appear. Meanwhile, it is quietly killing part of the immune system.Â
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FDA Grants Marketing Authorization for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea At-Home Test
The FDA granted marketing authorization to a diagnostic test for chlamydia and gonorrhea with at-home sample collection.
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Ash Wellness Presents Data on STI, HIV Testing Access Barriers in Atlanta
Ash Wellness announced new community data on its StopHIVATL campaign to address the STI and HIV epidemic in Atlanta.
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WHO Releases New Guidance on STI Testing, Diagnosis
The World Health Organization (WHO) shared updated guidance on testing and diagnosing sexually transmitted infections (STI).
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Research Shows New Possibilities for At-Home STI Testing
Self-collected tests performed similarly to provider-collected tests for detecting common sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
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Preventx Launches STI Testing Solution in the U.S.
Preventx is opening a specialized lab for U.S. public health departments to help control the spread of STis in their communities.
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At-Home Test for 5 Common STIs Launches
Simple HealthKit has launched an at-home test for five common STIs: chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, HIV, and syphilis.
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Finger-Prick Test Developed for a Common, Undiagnosed STI
A quick diagnostic test developed by a Washington State University researcher may help curb the prevalent STI Trichomonas vaginalis.
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STI Screening Decreased While Positive Results Increased During Pandemic
New research found that STI and HIV testing declined at the onset of the COVID pandemic, while there was an increase in positive test rates.
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Finger-Prick Test Developed for Common Undiagnosed STI
A quick, affordable diagnostic finger-prick test may help curb one of the most prevalent but least discussed sexually transmitted infections.
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