Mold Identification by MALDI-TOF (VITEK): Introduction, Procedure, Benefits, Comparison with other methods, and Keynotes

Mold Identification by MALDI-TOF (VITEK) Introduction, Procedure, Benefits, Comparison with other methods, and Keynotes

Introduction of Mold identification using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry Mold identification using MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry, particularly with systems like VITEK MS, offers a rapid and reliable method for identifying fungal species, including molds, in clinical microbiology laboratories.  Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time-of-flight (MALDI-TOF) mass spectrometry is a …

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Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) Analyzer: Introduction, Principle, Test Requirements, Handling Procedure, Uses, and Keynotes

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA) Analyzer: Introduction, Principle, Test Requirements, Handling Procedure, Uses, and Keynotes

Introduction A chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA) analyzer is a diagnostic instrument used in clinical laboratories to perform immunoassays based on chemiluminescence detection. CLIA is a technique that utilizes the emission of light resulting from a chemical reaction to detect and quantify specific analytes present in a …

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