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Biotech / Medical : Avian ("Bird") Flu Stocks

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To: tuck who wrote (184)	11/8/2005 1:26:02 AM
From: cari	of 428

Flu Test Comparisons: From what I remember of what I read about QGEN earlier today, their test would differentiate Avian Flu from other flus, while it seems like QDEL's test is not specific - is that correct? Non-specific?: "Quidel commands about 48% of the flu-testing market with its Quick Vue test, which detects the presence of the more common influenza A and B viruses in patients' nasal swabs. While the diagnostic test isn't specifically designed to identify bird flu, some researchers have reported success in using Quick Vue to detect the H5N1 strain of the influenza virus as well." Specific?: QIAGEN, a leading provider of solutions for molecular diagnostics today announced the global launch of two novel test kits for the detection of influenza and the avian flu virus (H5N1). These new and advanced tests for use in humans and animals expand the Company's current leading offering in this area and provide significant advantages: - Breakthroughs in sensitivity and speed - Broad detection of virus strains....

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