Mumbai-based researchers have identified two microRNA biomarkers present in serum samples that could potentially be used for TB diagnosis and TB disease prognosis. It could be used both for drug-sensitive pulmonary TB and MDR-TB diagnosis. The results were published in the journal Tuberculosis. Compared with controls, the microRNA miR-16 level in 30 newly diagnosed drug-sensitive … Continue reading Mumbai researchers use blood samples to diagnose pulmonary TB, MDR-TB
National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health
Indian researchers unlock preterm birth mystery
Indian researchers have made a major discovery by understanding the role of bacteria in causing premature births (between 28 and 32 weeks of gestation) and stillbirths. At 35 per cent, India accounts for the highest burden of preterm births in the world. The researchers found for the first time that gram positive Group B Streptococcus (GBS) … Continue reading Indian researchers unlock preterm birth mystery
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