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A Complete Guide to Understanding the Cell Cycle

The cell cycle is a fundamental process that governs the growth and reproduction of all living organisms. It is a meticulously arranged sequence of events that ensures the accurate duplication of genetic material and the division of a single cell into two identical daughter cells. Understanding the cell cycle is crucial in biology and holds…

How does Biofire filmarray work, and what are the different types available?

Imagine a technology that could revolutionise clinical diagnostics by providing swift and accurate results for a wide array of infectious diseases.  The Biofire FilmArray is one such clinical tool that has transformed molecular diagnostics. Given its ability to provide rapid and precise results, it has become a vital instrument for healthcare professionals worldwide.  But what…

Oxidative Stress and Gastrointestinal Disease

Our bodies are complex systems that are always working to stay balanced. At the centre of this balance is a process called oxidative stress. It can affect different aspects of our health, including the gastrointestinal (GI) system. Understanding oxidative stress and its connection to GI diseases is not merely a scientific curiosity; it’s a key…

Western blot vs. Elisa: which of these two tests is the most accurate for HIV testing?

Today, advanced medical research and innovative molecular diagnostic technologies can efficiently control, treat and even cure many deadly diseases. Among them is the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, commonly known as HIV, which, as the name suggests, attacks our immune system. Often confused with AIDS (we debunk this myth in one of our previous articles), HIV develops…