A new and a more accurate urine test to diagnose community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) has been devised by American scientists.
A new and a more accurate urine test to diagnose community-acquired pneumonia (CAP) has been devised by American scientists.
Researchers believe the test could help save numerous life by enabling doctors to start treatment procedures earlier.
Pneumonia - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, Complications
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by a bacteria or a virus. It causes inflammation of the alveoli or the air sacs of the lungs.
Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by a bacteria or a virus. It causes inflammation of the alveoli or the air sacs of the lungs.
The latest research found that S. pneumoniae infection produces a distinct pattern of metabolites in the urine and these are as unique as fingerprints.
The identification of these patterns can lead to early diagnosis of CAP.
Hib Vaccine - Types, Dosage Schedule, Contraindications and Side Effects
The Hib vaccine protects children against infections like meningitis and pneumonia that are caused by the Haemophilus influenzae type b bacterium.
The Hib vaccine protects children against infections like meningitis and pneumonia that are caused by the Haemophilus influenzae type b bacterium.
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Respiratory Diseases - Diseases of the Human Respiratory System
Respiratory diseases affect any part of the respiratory system. Some of the lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can lead to respiratory failure.
Respiratory diseases affect any part of the respiratory system. Some of the lung diseases like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease can lead to respiratory failure.
