The medical laboratory is a supporting pillar of modern healthcare. Laboratory findings with analyses of blood, urine and other body fluids provide valuable insights from infection diagnostics and innovative screening procedures to therapy monitoring. Here you will find information on sample management, pre- and postanalytics, clinical chemistry, haematology and much more.
An international study shows that Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers can be accurately detected using simple finger-prick blood samples that can be collected at home and mailed to a laboratory.
With antimicrobial resistance causing over 5 million deaths annually, rapid outbreak detection is critical. A German lab demonstrates how FTIR spectroscopy can transform hospital infection control.
Now, a research team has developed a novel diagnostic approach that enables the rapid and simultaneous detection of both antibiotic resistance and high virulence in Klebsiella pneumoniae.
New research shows that a harmless strain of Klebsiella – discovered by chance in laboratory experiments – can eliminate infections and reduce gut inflammation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Current scores to assess the severity of illness in ICU patients often fail in international contexts. Researchers now call for a global scoring system based on universally available data.
The NanoZoomer S540MD by Hamamatsu is engineered with the lab in mind for a seamless workflow. Featuring compatibility with staining racks, fast slide scanning, exceptional image quality, and an intuitive touchscreen interface, this high-capacity scanner is built to handle the needs of the clinical pathology laboratory.
An international research team has discovered a promising new therapeutic approach for aggressive prostate cancer – in the thyroid gland.
An innovative Group A Streptococcus “One-Step Antigen Extraction + Detection” Kit (immunochromatography), developed by GenSure Biotech Inc., has successfully obtained both Class B and Class C EU IVDR certifications for in vitro diagnostic medical devices.
Researchers have developed a tool to quickly quantify changes in the branches of mouse mammary glands. This could one day be used to detect early warning signs of breast cancer.
Researchers from the University of Birmingham’s Bladder Cancer Research Centre have found a new way of detecting tumour DNA in urine to identify bladder cancer.
A biodegradable, electroconductive self-healing hydrogel combined with acupuncture could help restore motor function and protect brain neurons in Parkinson’s disease models.
Studies have found that natural polysaccharides from a medical fungus endemic to Taiwan can not only effectively inhibit inflammation, but also fight the proliferation of lung cancer cells.
Shortages of skilled staff is creating challenges in medical laboratories across Europe. Many workers are nearing retirement age with numerous hospital laboratories having unfilled positions and facing the further issue of sharp competition from the pharmaceutical industry for skilled personnel. The challenges, and potential solutions, for medical laboratories were aired at a session looking…
Remote monitoring via microfluidic platforms, AI-assisted sensor systems, and more: Attendees of the Labmed Forum at Medica saw impressive examples on how wearable technology is becoming a transformative force in laboratory medicine to improve real-time monitoring of patients, covering widespread conditions such as diabetes, asthma and COPD. With an emphasis on remote monitoring, devices are…
Agilent Technologies Inc. announced the introduction of its Dako Omnis family of instruments with three new models—Agilent Dako Omnis 110, 165, and 165 Duo—designed to meet the evolving needs of pathology laboratories of all sizes.
Tumor vesicles may serve as early indicators of cancer and help monitor the effectiveness of treatments. Now, researchers discovered a new way to detect these vesicles.
Laboratories across Europe are embracing sustainability through paperless workflows and automation. In this guest article, Gavin Hirst, Clinical Flow Cytometry Account Manager at Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, shares his thoughts on how digital transformation and eco-friendly practices not only advance climate goals but enhance efficiency, allowing scientists to focus on critical research rather…
Antibiotics are known for disrupting the microbiome in the gut and thus paving the way for diseases. However, many common non-antibiotics also have this effect, a new study shows.
Manual calibration and parameter input in systems are time-intensive and error-prone, posing significant challenges across life sciences and hospitals. With a new generation of sensors, The Dickson Company aims to deliver a smarter, easier to use, and more autonomous monitoring solution.
