Clinical

What Is Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP)?

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 21, 2025

LAMP delivers rapid, accurate, and highly sensitive results—all without the need for traditional thermocyclers.

image of a DNA heklix on a blue background with scientific symbols represting loop-mediated isothermal amplification (LAMP)

Understanding Microbial Contamination Risks in Healthcare Settings

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 17, 2025

Learn key infection control practices, sterilization methods, and auditing strategies that curb microbial contamination and ensure safer care

image of a surgeon entering an operating room and adjusting their PPE emphasizing the importance of mitigating microbial contamination risks i healthcare facilities

A Step-by-Step Guide to Rapid Pathogen Detection in Clinical Microbiology

By Trevor Henderson | Jan 16, 2025

Rapid pathogen detection stands at the forefront of clinical microbiology, bridging advanced molecular technology with immediate patient care needs.

image of blue-golved hands placing a CPR stip into a thermal cycler demonstrating the importnace of rapid pathogen detection for clinical microbiology

Foundation Laboratory Joins the Contract Laboratory Network

By Swathi Kodaikal | Dec 10, 2024

This advanced clinical diagnostic laboratory serves medical clinics, multi-specialty groups, hospitals, and California state and federal institutions

ELISPOT Assays: A Comprehensive Guide to Immunological Monitoring

By Pam Wertalik | Nov 14, 2024

An ELISPOT assay measures the frequency of cytokine-producing cells in a sample

Adenovirus Identification Techniques: Methods and Advancements in Viral Detection

By Editorial Team | Nov 14, 2024

Adenoviruses are double-stranded DNA viruses that infect a wide range of host cells

Hydrogel Testing: A Laboratory Guide to Quality, Composition, Methods, and Regulations

By Trevor Henderson | Nov 6, 2024

Hydrogels have gained popularity due to their unique properties and applications in various fields, including medicine, agriculture, and personal care. This guide explores hydrogel testing, focusing on quality analysis, composition, testing methods, and regulatory requirements.

Image of hydrogels testing in a mdelrn laboratory environment

How is Skin Adhesion Testing Performed?

By Trevor Henderson | Nov 6, 2024

From wound care to drug delivery, proper adhesion is crucial to maintaining the effectiveness of products and ensuring patient comfort.

Image of a film being applied to a patient's arm to determine skin adhesion

Welcoming CPT℠ Labs to the Contract Laboratory Network

By Swathi Kodaikal | Oct 3, 2024

CPT℠ Labs specialize in analytical chemistry, clinical safety, claims substantiation, photobiology, microbiology, and toxicology testing services

A Comprehensive Guide to Influenza Research and Testing: Importance, Methods, and Advances

By Pam Wertalik | Sep 30, 2024

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. It affects millions of people globally each year, causing mild to severe illness and, in some cases, leading to hospitalization or death. Influenza research and...