University of Idaho working on futuristic diagnostic device that might be able to diagnose ailments like cancer by detecting DNA mutations

October 13, 2007

Scientists at the University of Idaho are working on a futuristic device that might be able to diagnose ailments like cancer by detecting DNA mutations, greatly reducing diagnostic time.

Called biosensors, lab trials at the university have accurately detected staph infections and biomarkers for lung cancer.

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