Mass spec pinpoints flu virus types
by
Simon Hadlington, RSC
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last modified
06-12-09 04:39 AM
Copyright 2009, RSC
Researchers in Australia have shown that exquisitely accurate mass spectrometry can be used to distinguish between different sub-types of the influenza virus - a key issue for health agencies when monitoring outbreaks of the disease and the possible emergence of dangerous new mutants.
More: http://www.rsc.org/chemistryworld/News/2009/April/16040902.asp
