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Hematologic Markers of Influenza A H1N1 for Early Laboratory Diagnosis and Treatment Assessment

Influenza A H1N1 has contributed to significant morbidity and mortality, yet very few studies on changes in hematologic and biochemical markers have been reported. Download Document
Advances in Rapid Flu Detection Essential for Labs

Just in time for the cold and flu season, the American Proficiency Institute (API) has posted an educational commentary on advances in rapid identification of influenza. The topical commentary is just one of over a hundred free continuing education program available to API Paperless Proficiency Testing participants. Download Document
Avian Influenza (H5N1) Update: Role of the Clinical Microbiology Laboratory

Clinicians and laboratory professionals need to be aware of the possibility of avian influenza A (H5N1) infection, and they must understand and recognize the indications for laboratory testing. Full Story
Sensitivity Assessment of Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests for the Detection of the 2009 Pandemic Influenza A (H1N1) Virus in Clinical Specimens

Influenza antigen detection test kits can provide results in 30 minutes and are used frequently for the detection of seasonal influenza infections. Full Story
Rapid Identification of 2009 H1N1 Influenza A Virus Using Fluorescent Antibody Methods

Identification of the 2009 H1N1 influenza A virus requires emergency use authorized (EUA) molecular reverse transcriptase-polymerase chain reaction. Full Story
The Novel H1N1 Outbreak: Lessons Learned - Lab Medicine

Laboratory professionals need to understand the prevalence of influenza in the community, clinical manifestations, and test characteristics for the proper used of rapid diagnostic tests. Full Story