News tagged with clinical diagnosis

Whole genome analysis of Chlamydia trachomatis highlights risks with current method of tracking

In a study released today in Nature Genetics, researchers have found that Chlamydia has evolved more actively than was previously thought. Using whole genome sequencing the researchers show that the exchange of DNA betwee ...

Biology / Biotechnology

created Mar 11, 2012 | popularity 4 / 5 (4) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Get a whiff of this: Low-cost sensor can diagnose bacterial infections

Bacterial infections really stink. And that could be the key to a fast diagnosis.

Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry

created Apr 27, 2011 | popularity 5 / 5 (5) | comments 2 | with audio podcast

Yale's scan of Turkish infant's genome yields a surprise diagnosis

(PhysOrg.com) -- In a dramatic illustration of the power of emerging genetic technologies, Yale University researchers have reported making a clinical diagnosis for the first time using comprehensive DNA sequencing of all ...

Medicine & Health / Genetics

created Oct 19, 2009 | popularity 3.7 / 5 (6) | comments 1

Understanding the implications of prenatal testing for Down syndrome

With new prenatal tests for Down syndrome on the horizon promising to be safer, more accurate, and available to women earlier in pregnancy, the medical community must come together and engage in dialogue about the impact ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Sep 14, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0