This week, the CDC ACIP's endorsement of meningococcal, RSV, and chikungunya vaccines, the need to expand automated CD4 testing for improved HIV/AIDS care, and more.
MeMed CEO Eran Eden, PhD, discusses the MeMed BV test, a rapid diagnostic tool that distinguishes between bacterial and viral infections in just 15 minutes, aiding clinical decision-making and antibiotic stewardship. The blood test, which analyzes three host-response proteins and generates a score to assess bacterial infection likelihood, has received FDA 510(k) clearance and the European CE Mark. Clinical studies showed a 63% reduction in unnecessary antibiotic use, accurate identification of previously missed bacterial infections, and better performance than traditional biomarkers like procalcitonin. Eden highlights the test’s ability to address diagnostic gaps, such as inaccessible infections, pathogen colonization, and superinfections, and reduce uncertainty that often leads to antibiotic misuse. By improving diagnostic accuracy, the MeMed BV test contributes to safer patient care and helps combat antimicrobial resistance.
