Detection of Schistosoma mansoni DNA using polymerase chain reaction from serum and dried blood spot card samples of an adult population in North-western TanzaniaDetection of Schistosoma mansoni DNA using polymerase chain reaction from serum and dried blood spot card samples of an adult population in North-western Tanzania

Actual-time polymerase chain response (PCR) is a delicate and particular technique for diagnosing schistosomiasis. Nevertheless, this technique must be carried ...

Switching from serum to plasma: Implementation of BD Vacutainer® Barricor™ Plasma Blood Collection Tubes improves sample quality and laboratory turnaround time.

Switching from serum to plasma: Implementation of BD Vacutainer® Barricor™ Plasma Blood Collection Tubes improves sample quality and laboratory turnaround time.Switching from serum to plasma: Implementation of BD Vacutainer® Barricor™ Plasma Blood Collection Tubes improves sample quality and laboratory turnaround time.

For blood, most standard 24/7 (immuno) chemical parameters measured either in serum or lithium-heparin plasma. Standard tube gel serum and ...