Results for tag: "Meningitis"

Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes that cover the brain and spinal cord. Diagnostic tests are used to identify the cause of meningitis, which can be caused by a variety of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. Diagnostic tests for meningitis include lumbar puncture, blood tests, and imaging tests. Lumbar puncture is the most common test used to diagnose meningitis, as it can detect the presence of bacteria, viruses, and other organisms in the cerebrospinal fluid. Blood tests can also be used to detect the presence of bacteria or viruses in the blood. Imaging tests, such as CT scans and MRI scans, can be used to detect any abnormalities in the brain or spinal cord. Companies in the meningitis diagnostics market include Abbott Laboratories, Becton Dickinson, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Cepheid, DiaSorin, Hologic, and Roche Diagnostics. Show Less Read more