A Better Way to Predict Type 1
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Sea Pansies as Effective Screening Tools
PNDRI researchers are pioneering the use of photoluminescence, like that found in sea pansies, as a more cost-effective approach to predicting type 1 diabetes.
Current technology uses radiation, which is costly and requires careful handling, to identify the existence of antibodies that signal progression toward the disease. Finding better, less expensive ways to predict which child is likely to become diabetic is a crucial part of the overall goal to being able to intervene before onset of disease and prevent type 1 diabetes from ever manifesting.
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