Over the past few years, dried blood spot (DBS) technology has become a convenient tool in
both qualitative and quantitative biological analysis. DBS technology consists of a …

Hepatitis B remains a public health problem worldwide despite vaccine availability. Although
the existing diagnostic tools help detect the infection, logistics support and limited resources …

Dried blood spots (DBS) are commonly used for serologic testing for viruses and provide an
alternative collection method when phlebotomy and/or conventional laboratory testing are …

The collection of blood samples in a more patient‐centric way, compared to the standard
practice, is receiving increased attention lately, eg by using microsampling approaches …

From acute to chronic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and hepatocellular cancer, hepatitis B infection
causes a broad spectrum of liver diseases. Molecular and serological tests have been used …

Population-based seroprevalence of chronic hepatitis B and C infections has not been
examined in Lao People's Democratic Republic (PDR). Therefore, this study aimed to …

The use of dried blood spot (DBS) samples can facilitate the implementation of reflex testing
by circumventing the need for centrifugation and freezing of venous blood samples. This …

Early diagnosis of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is essential for prompt initiation of
treatment and prevention of transmission, yet several logistical barriers continue to limit …

Antibody responses in hepatitis C virus (HCV) have been a rather mysterious research topic
for many investigators working in the field. Chronic HCV infection is often associated with …

Objectives This study aimed to determine the agreement between a rapid diagnostic test
(RDT) and a dried blood spot (DBS)-based electrochemiluminescence immunoassay …