What if there were a way to make proteins, enzymes and reagents right in the lab, in small amounts, on demand? Microscopic images of E.coli bacteria. Image courtesy of the Center for Disease Control.

The small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) breath test is a noninvasive test that measures the amount of gases produced by bacteria in the small intestine. Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth ...

By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTHURSDAY, Dec. 18, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A new rapid test could improve treatment of ...

In an intriguing series of TikTok clips that have amassed a staggering 5.7 million views, microbiologist Tim (@whatmightgrow) embarks on a scientific exploration of fast-food water. This viral series ...

Scientists have developed a new test that can easily and quickly identify bacteria in any liquid, such as water, milk, or urine. This test uses a type of virus that only insects bacterial cells, ...

COVID-19 tests are supposed to let you know if you may be sick. But some could actually make you sick. A manufacturer is recalling more than half a million test kits that were distributed to CVS and ...

In children with suspected sinusitis, a nasal swab to test for three types of bacteria can tell whether antibiotics are likely to be effective or not, according to a new JAMA study by researchers at ...

The mouth provides a hospitable environment for many microorganisms. It is warm, nutrient-rich, continuously bathed with saliva, and has a pH of between 6.75 and 7.25. Hence the oral cavity is home to ...

Oakland County officials say it has taken immediate action after water tests detected Legionella bacteria at the courthouse.

Tests from 11 areas in Oakland County Circuit Courthouse have shown at least four sites with legionella, according to county officials. Positive results were found in two men’s restrooms and two ...