What Does Turnaround Time (TAT) Mean?
Turnaround time is a crucial performance indicator in laboratory testing that directly impacts clinical decisions, patient outcomes, and healthcare efficiency.
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FDA Warns Against Ovarian Cancer Screening Tests
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Raise Awareness for Rare Diseases Research | R&D
Spread the Word to Increase Rare Disease Awareness and Research On Rare Disease Day, more than 27 countries will promote this day to increase awareness for rare diseases. Across the world, this will be a day dedicated to raising awareness for different rare...
Advancing the FDA’s Oversight of Drug Compounding
Last month, FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb released a statement regarding the implementation of the Drug Quality and Security Act (DQSA) and section 503B of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. One of the limitations of these acts was in regards to the drug...
A Comprehensive Guide to Cell-Based Assays: Importance, Types, and Applications
Cell-based assays are critical tools in biomedical research, drug discovery, and biotechnology, providing a more physiologically relevant approach to studying cellular functions, behaviors, and interactions. These assays involve using live cells as the biological...
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) Testing: A Powerful Tool for Detection and Analysis
From diagnosing diseases to ensuring food safety and advancing scientific research, ELISA testing provides reliable and accurate results that drive progress and innovation.
Measles Testing: Essential Insights for Laboratory Professionals
Explore the critical aspects of measles testing, including methodologies, importance, and interpretation of results, tailored for laboratory professionals. Measles, a highly contagious viral disease, presents significant public health challenges worldwide. Despite...
Antibiotic Resistance – New US Center for Disease Control Tool Shows Changes
On August 19, 2015, the US Center for Disease Control CDC released “NARMS (National Antimicrobial Resistance Monitoring System) Now Human Data." NARMS is an interactive tool which shows how antibiotic resistance for four bacteria has changed during the past 18...
Immunotherapy Research and Development Studies: A Breakthrough in Cancer Treatment
This article delves into the latest advancements in immunotherapy research and development, its various types, and how it's shaping the future of oncology and beyond.
The Differences Between Cell Therapy and Gene Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide
Cell and gene therapy are similar fields of biomedical research aimed at treating genetic diseases and are often combined in treatment.
CLIA and its Role in Ensuring Quality in Clinical Laboratories
CLIA inspections and evaluations assess a laboratory’s performance, record-keeping practices, and quality assurance protocols
Immunogenicity Testing of Biologics: Ensuring Safety and Efficacy in Biopharmaceuticals
The rise of biologic therapies has revolutionized treatment options across various medical fields. However, one critical challenge remains: immunogenicity—the ability of biologic drugs to trigger immune responses in patients. Immunogenicity testing of biologics is...
Toxicology Testing: Ensuring Safety and Compliance in Products and Environments
Discover how toxicology testing protects human health, supports regulatory approval, and promotes innovation across various industries
Anthrax Bacteria Testing: Essential Procedures for Early Detection and Public Health Safety
Anthrax bacteria testing is crucial to detect, prevent, and manage outbreaks, ensuring public health safety
A Laboratory Guide to Toxicity Testing
Using a combination of in vitro, in vivo, and in silico methods, researchers and manufacturers can obtain comprehensive toxicity data that informs product development, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
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