Neutralizing Antibodies: A Breakthrough for COVID-19 Monitoring
As our country continues to roll out its mass vaccination programs, it is important to know how our own body responds to these shots. One effective way of checking our immune response is by testing for our neutralizing antibodies against the coronavirus. What are neutralizing antibodies? Neutralizing antibodies are antibodies which bind to a targeted […]
i-STAT Cartridges for COVID-19 Patient Management
Immediate Results at Patients’ Bedside The i-STAT cartridges are specifically designed for critical diagnostic needs, particularly during outbreaks when the control of patient volume is crucial. By accelerating the availability of diagnostic test results, the i-STAT analyzer allows healthcare professionals to make rapid decisions, enhancing the quality of care and improving system efficiency. The use […]
How to Find the Best Hematology Analyzer for Your Lab
What is a hematology analyzer for? Hematology analyzers quantify and characterize the red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes) and platelets (thrombocytes). One of the most common hematology tests is the complete blood count (CBC) which assesses the patients’ general health status as well as for detecting any potential underlying diseases. Hematology analyzers can […]
Octa Research: Metro Manila Facing Serious COVID-19 Surge
On March 17, the Octa Research Group published their report on the recent COVID-19 spike in Metro Manila. It was found that March 16’s reported 2,231 COVID-19 cases in NCR is 78% higher than last week’s statistics. This current “serious surge” has brought COVID-19 in the country to the same peak level as that from […]
UK COVID-19 Variant Patients Less Likely to Lose Taste or Smell
Britain’s Office for National Statistics (ONS) has released their recent survey on the new COVID-19 variant known as B117. ONS conducted the survey nationwide from November 15, 2020 to January 16, 2021. Based on their findings, individuals with the new strain were more prone to coughing, sore throat, or fatigue. The ONS also stated that […]
The Philippines’ Vaccination Roll-out: What to Expect
With crucial settlements with key vaccine manufacturers in their final stages, vaccine czar Carlito Galvez Jr stated last week that it is “safe to say we will be having maybe last week of February.” Pfizer’s vaccine candidate, which is the only vaccine to gain an emergency use authorization (EUA) by the FDA, is likely to […]
What to Consider when Celebrating the Holidays during COVID-19
During this Christmas season, remain mindful of the threats of COVID-19. When planning your holiday activities, take into consideration the preparations you could do to have the least possible chances of spreading the virus among your families, friends, and communities. With COVID-19 cases expected to surge during the month, it is important to be more […]
Accelerating COVID-19 Vaccine Approval Around the World
With the development of COVID-19 vaccine candidates nearing their completion, countries all over the world are now implementing their own vaccine approval procedures. Necessary augmentations have been applied to their regular validation measures to assure that effective vaccines can be distributed as soon as possible. Get to know how different nations are preparing for the […]
Philippines’ Target Mass Vaccination Timeline
As the leading contenders for the COVID-19 vaccine near the end of their clinical trials, countries worldwide are making all the necessary preparations for their vaccine distribution operations. The Philippine government has also begun making the arrangements for the guidelines to be placed for its effective implementation nationwide. The Realistic Timeline In a televised conference […]
Innovita COVID-19 Antibody Kit Approved by US FDA
On November 23, 2020, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the Innovita antibody kit an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA). The Innovita 2019-nCoV Ab Test (Colloidal Gold) is deemed as an instrumental diagnostic technology against the public health emergency caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Below is the FDA report citing the reliability of […]