A Kit to Facilitate and Standardize the Processing of Sputum for Measurements of Airway Inflammation

BACKGROUND: The use of inflammometry has been shown to be effective for managing asthma. However, sputum processing can be time consuming. Furthermore, methods of sputum processing can vary among facilities. To help with standardization and to simplify the procedure for laboratory staff, a novel, co...

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Main Authors: Simone Chaboillez, Angira Dasgupta, Philippe Prince, Louis-Philippe Boulet, Catherine Lemière
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Canadian Respiratory Journal
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/591316