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Faster way of detecting bacteria could save your life

03-Feb-2017

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Michigan State University has created a molecular diagnostic system.

Point-of-care diagnostic test “In-Dx” produces results within two hours.

Can use blood, urine, spit, wound, stool or cerebral spine fluid samples.

Currently in a clinical trial – preliminary results already look promising.

Knowing specific bacteria means a much more targeted treatment (e.g. antibiotic) could be given right away.

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Brett Etchebarne

Clinical Research Assistant Professor at Michigan State University.

Michigan State University

Public land-grant research university in East Lansing, Michigan

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