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Image: A biosensor inside a pacifier can monitor newborns (Photo courtesy of UCSD)

Pacifier Biosensor Noninvasively Monitors Newborn Health

 A new study shows how a pacifier-based biosensor can track metabolite levels in saliva, providing a way to diagnose and treat even the smallest of patients. More...
26 Dec 2019

Pulmonary Embolism Blood Tests Reduce Radiation Exposure

 A new study suggests that D-dimer blood tests can help rule out pulmonary embolism (PE), reducing the need for a diagnostic computerized tomography (CT) scan. More...
24 Dec 2019

Fresh Red Blood Cells No Better Than Older Ones

 The use of fresh red blood cells (RBCs), rather than standard-issue RBCs, does not demonstrate a benefit in the treatment of critically ill pediatric patients, according to a new study. More...
24 Dec 2019
Image: The FFRangio system dashboard (Photo courtesy of CathWorks)

FFR Guidance System Confirms Coronary Stent Necessity

 A non-invasive fractional flow reserve (FFR) system delivers multi-vessel physiologic measurements to support functional evaluation of coronary artery disease (CAD). More...
23 Dec 2019
Image: Dr. Piergorgio Gentile and Manuka honey (Photo courtesy of Newcastle University)

Surgical Meshes Impregnated with Manuka Honey Fight Infections

 Sandwiching tiny amounts of Manuka honey between surgical mesh layers can provide protection against bacterial infection for up to three weeks, according to a new study. More...
17 Dec 2019
Image: A small patch help monitor patients vital signs remotely (Photo courtesy of VivaLNK)

Reusable ECG Patch Analyzes Human Vitals and Biometrics

 A novel wearable electrocardiogram (ECG) patch combines multiple vitals and biometrics into a single platform for continuous patient monitoring. More...
17 Dec 2019
Image: The MolecuLight i:X handheld device uses fluorescence imaging to identify bacteria (Photo courtesy of MolecuLight)

Handheld Fluorescence Imaging Device Aids Wound Management

 A portable fluorescence imaging device enables real time point-of-care (POC) visualization of bacterial presence in wounds, digitally recording images and area measurements. More...
16 Dec 2019
New
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Handheld Blood Glucose Analyzer
STAT-Site
Antipsychotic TDM Assays
Saladax Antipsychotic Assays
New
POC Respiratory/Sore Throat Test
BIOFIRE SPOTFIRE (R/ST) Panel
New
Resorbable Bovine Collagen Membrane
GenDerm


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