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A new smartphone-sized device can test for tuberculosis: Here's why that matters for children

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Abstract

This handheld device is the first that can detect tuberculosis in saliva, in addition to blood and sputum samples, an important breakthrough for testing children and HIV patients, who struggle to produce sputum. The device was found to deliver rapid, accurate results in under an hour, offering a cost-effective and accessible solution for diagnosing TB in resource-limited areas.
Key Data

  • Publication Date
    11 April 2025
  • Primary Author
    Andrew Yawn
  • Source
    ScienceDaily
  • Language
    English
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