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Cepheid Gets CE Marking for Xpert Respiratory Panel

Nov 10, 2026 | Testing

Cepheid’s Xpert Respiratory single-swab panel identifies 13 common viral and bacterial pathogens to help clinicians guide patient care.

FDA Clears Roche cobas eplex RP3 Respiratory Test Panel

Nov 4, 2026 | FDA Approvals, Testing

The Roche cobas eplex RP3 identifies up to 19 viral and bacterial pathogens in under two hours, giving healthcare teams flexible diagnostic options.

Researchers Improve RNA Extraction from Human Lung Tissue

Oct 22, 2026 | Pulmonary Fibrosis, Testing

New RNA extraction techniques overcome barriers to help scientists better evaluate treatments for diseases such as pulmonary fibrosis.

Exhaled Breath, Blood Tests Differentiate Lung Diseases

Oct 21, 2026 | Other Acute Disorders, Other Chronic Diseases, Testing

Distinct lipid signatures identified in blood plasma and exhaled breath samples can differentiate between IPF and fibrotic hypersensitivity pneumonitis.

Lung Cancer Screening Rates Remain Low

Oct 20, 2026 | Diagnostics, Lung Cancer, Testing

Only about 18% of eligible US adults underwent lung cancer screening in 2022, lagging far behind rates for breast and colorectal cancer screenings.

Olympus Launches Slim EBUS Bronchoscope

Oct 16, 2026 | Diagnostics

The new slim 5.9 mm diameter endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) device is designed to access and sample tissue from hard-to-reach areas of the lungs.

Early Alert for Philips Ultrasound System

Oct 10, 2026 | Diagnostics, Recalls & Advisories

Philips Ultrasound has alerted users that all Lumify diagnostic ultrasound systems have updated use instructions, according to an FDA Early Alert.

RT 2026 September-October: The Digital Edition

Oct 2, 2026 | Digital Edition

RT’s September-October 2026 Digital Edition discusses bronchiectasis care, bubble CPAP for chronic/acute neonatal conditions and standardizing asthma care.

$1M Grant to Fund UCLA Lung Cancer Diagnostic

Oct 2, 2026 | Lung Cancer

A new noninvasive approach combines imaging analysis and blood testing to evaluate indeterminate lung nodules.

Sepsis ImmunoScore Diagnostic Added at Sinai Hospital

Sep 29, 2026 | Diagnostics, Sepsis

The Sepsis ImmunoScore is the first sepsis artificial intelligence diagnostic tool authorized by the FDA and uses patient data to assess risk within 24 hours.

New Breath and Genetic Testing Project Aims to Diagnose Asthma in Young Children

Sep 21, 2026 | Asthma, Pediatric Care

Researchers are developing a noninvasive diagnostic protocol using breath analysis and cheek swabs to identify asthma before age 5.

FDA Clears CPETWise Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing Software

Sep 4, 2026 | Diagnostics, FDA Approvals, Testing

Medibyt’s CPETWise automated platform aims to cut cardiopulmonary exercise testing interpretation time in half and standardize clinical workflows.

Inconsistencies in Pediatric Pneumonia Diagnosis

Aug 21, 2026 | Other Infections, Pediatric Care

A national study finds significant inconsistency among doctors when interpreting lung sounds in children suspected of pediatric pneumonia.

Increasing Use of Oscillometry for Lung Testing

Aug 20, 2026 | Diagnostics

A national survey shows that while most laboratories use oscillometry technology, lack of standardized guidelines and high costs limit its growth.

Co-Diagnostics Submits Co-Dx PCR Flu A/B & RSV Test for FDA Clearance

Aug 7, 2026 | Influenza, RSV, Testing

Co-Diagnostics submitted a dual 510(k) premarket notification and CLIA Waiver by Application to the FDA for its Co-Dx PCR Flu A/B & RSV multiplex respiratory test.