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The Evolution of the Polymerase Chain Reaction to Diagnose Childhood Infections
1Department of Pathology, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA, USA.
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Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technology has advanced significantly, improving the diagnosis of pediatric infections. Its evolution from discovery to widespread clinical use enhances children
Area of Science:
- Pediatric laboratory medicine
- Molecular diagnostics
- Infectious disease detection
Background:
- Children's healthcare has seen significant advancements.
- The pediatric laboratory plays a crucial role in understanding childhood diseases.
- Technological innovation is key to improving pediatric diagnostics.
Abstract:
Children's healthcare has evolved over the years, and the pediatric laboratory has contributed to the clinical understanding of childhood disease through the application of new technology and knowledge. This article highlights the evolution of PCR technology to aid in the diagnosis of pediatric infections, from the discovery of the PCR, through the subsequent years when the clinical need exceeded the capability of the technology, until the current day, when application of the PCR is becoming commonplace.
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