No longer stuck in the past: new advances in artificial intelligence and molecular assays for parasitology screening and diagnosis.

Journal: Current opinion in infectious diseases
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Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Emerging technologies are revolutionizing parasitology diagnostics and challenging traditional methods reliant on microscopic analysis or serological confirmation, which are known for their limitations in sensitivity and specificity. This article sheds light on the transformative potential of artificial intelligence and molecular assays in the field, promising more accurate and efficient detection methods.

Authors

  • Christopher Attaway
    Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.
  • Blaine A Mathison
    ARUP Laboratories, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA.
  • Anisha Misra
    Department of Laboratory Medicine, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.