£8m Longitude Prize awarded for a rapid UTI test identifying bacterial infections and appropriate antibiotics in 45 minutes.
The £8m Longitude Prize has been awarded to a rapid UTI test that identifies bacterial infections and appropriate antibiotics in 45 minutes, significantly faster than traditional methods taking three days. The Sysmex Astrego's PA-100 AST system, inspired by Swedish research, could revolutionize patient care and combat superbugs by allowing healthcare workers to prescribe antibiotics more precisely, reducing unnecessary use.
June 12, 2024
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