The subject of Concussion has been very much in the news this week with the announcement of a new study in Scotland into the effects of concussion in former footballers and how this potentially relates to the development of dementia in later life The Glasgow based research team will commence this study in January titled…
CategoryNovember 2017
Tear Fluid SIgA, Noninvasive Biomarker of Mucosal Immunity?
Tear Fluid SIgA as a Noninvasive Biomarker of Mucosal Immunity and Common Cold Risk. Hanstock HG1, Walsh NP, Edwards JP, Fortes MB, Cosby SL, Nugent A, Curran T, Coyle PV, Ward MD, Yong XH. Author information ABSTRACT PURPOSE: Research has not convincingly demonstrated the utility of saliva secretory immunoglobulin-A (SIgA) as a biomarker of upper…
Saliva/Hair Testing, Choosing your Laboratory Partner
COMPREHENSIVE SALIVA LABORATORY SERVICES Researchers seeking salivary lab support or contract research organizations (CRO) in search of a qualified saliva laboratory partner should utilize a lab that participates in a proficiency testing program; one that maintains industry leading, state-of-the-art saliva training on sample handling, storage protocols and assay techniques. If the guidance you seek needs…
Spit-Tips, The Do’s and Don’ts of Saliva Testing
Researching Hormones, Psychology, Sport Science, Endocrinology, Reproductive Biology? Here we link you to the latest Saliva Research Advice and Advisories As technology emerges we may discover new applications and limitations of salivary measures; but you can operate on the cutting edge with the most recent advice from our partner Salimetrics. Below you will find the…