Molecular Diagnostics Update for the Emerging (If Not Already Widespread) Sexually Transmitted Infection Agent \u3cem\u3eMycoplasma genitalium\u3c/em\u3e: Just About Ready for Prime Time [PDF]
Mycoplasma genitalium is an important and emerging agent of sexually transmitted infection in females and males, carrying the potential for postinfection genital tract sequelae.
Erik, Munson
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Two distinct forms of Chlamydia psittaci associated with disease and infertility in Phascolarctos cinereus (Koala) [PDF]
While several diseases associated with Chlamydia psittaci infection have been reported in Phascolarctos cinereus (koala), it is still unclear whether one or more chlamydial strains are responsible.
Girjes, Adeeb A.+3 more
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Exploring the interdependencies of research funders in the UK [PDF]
Investment in medical research is vital to the continuing improvement of the UK's health and wealth. It is through research that we expand our understanding of disease and develop new treatments for patients.
Crane, P+13 more
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Validation of a method for measuring sperm quality and quantity in reproductive toxicity tests with pair-breeding male fathead minnows (Pimephales promelas) [PDF]
This article originally appeared in the ILAR e-Journal. It is reprinted with permission from the ILAR Journal, Institute for Laboratory Animal Research, National Research Council, Washington DC (www.nationalacademies.org/ilar).The fathead minnow ...
Hala, D+3 more
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Update on Laboratory Diagnosis and Epidemiology of \u3cem\u3eTrichomonas vaginalis\u3c/em\u3e: You Can Teach an “Old” Dog “New” Trichs [PDF]
Past viewpoints on Trichomonas vaginalis infection have characterized the associated clinical disease as a “nuisance” condition, with affected demographics largely being older African American females residing in urban centers.
Munson, Erik+2 more
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New approaches for estimating risk from exposure to diethylstilbestrol. [PDF]
A subgroup from a National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, workshop concerned with characterizing the effects of endocrine disruptors on human health at environmental exposure levels considered the question, If diethylstilbestrol (DES) were ...
Cunha, GR+7 more
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Seroepidemiology of Trichomonas vaginalis in rural women in Zimbabwe and patterns of association with HIV infection [PDF]
Serological assays using dried blood spots from 5221 women in rural areas of eastern Zimbabwe were used to assess the epidemiology of Trichomonas vaginalis infection, and its association with HIV. Antibodies to T.
Cappuccinelli, Pietro Antonio+4 more
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Meta-analysis of the Cepheid Xpert® CT/NG assay for extragenital detection of Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) infections. [PDF]
Background Most studies evaluating extragenital testing performance for Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) and Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) detection by the Xpert® CT/NG show high per cent agreement with comparison assays; however, the precision around positive ...
Bristow, Claire C+4 more
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Loss of androgen signaling in mesenchymal sonic hedgehog responsive cells diminishes prostate development, growth, and regeneration. [PDF]
Prostate embryonic development, pubertal and adult growth, maintenance, and regeneration are regulated through androgen signaling-mediated mesenchymal-epithelial interactions.
Aldahl, Joseph+13 more
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Hybridisations within the genus Schistosoma: implications for evolution, epidemiology and control [PDF]
SUMMARYHybridization of parasites is an emerging public health concern in our changing world. Hybridization and introgression in parasites and pathogens can have major impacts on the host and the epidemiology and evolution of disease.
Leger, E, Webster, J P
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