Latest Diagnostic Laboratory News
Genetic variants rare not in quantity, but in type of mutation
The variant found in one person was rarely found in any of the other subjects. Continue reading
Humans with neurological disorders respond to gene therapy for first time
Neurological conditions are especially harmful to children, who may be faced with a lifetime of related disabilities and lifestyle complications. Continue reading
Arthritis sufferers may respond to new gene therapy treatment
Researchers were optimistic the technique could also be used on patients suffering from other conditions, including lupus and diabetes. Continue reading
Anatomic Pathology
Chemotherapy not ideal for all breast cancer patients
Researchers determined that when these target cells are not present in abundance, chemotherapy is unlikely to be effective. Continue reading
Secondary cancer cells leave trackable traces in their wake
Tumor cells that spread from a cancer’s origin differ in their composition from the original cell and from other new cancer cells. Continue reading
Laboratory Careers
Clinical laboratory jobs must be made appealing for Generation Y workers
Generation Y workers grow restless easily and may depart a job for one that is likely to meet their professional goals in a more expedient manner. Continue reading
Genomics
Google co-founder fights Parkinson’s after taking a genetic test
Although some individuals may be leery of discovering what conditions may afflict them in the future, others could benefit from this knowledge so they can better plan out their lives. Continue reading
Opposite skin conditions may be predicted by eye color and genetic composition
With this knowledge in mind, doctors may be able to closely monitor certain patients for conditions that they may be predisposed to. Continue reading
Personalized Medicine
Years of research culminates in possible genetic treatment for HIV
The T cells were modified to eliminate HIV-infected cells as a means to curtail the spread of the disease. Continue reading
Pancreatic cancer treatment targets specific gene
It is rare to find a patient who survives more than five years after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis. Continue reading