Novel Cancer Detection Method Uses Tiny Silica Beads To Adhere To Cells (Science Daily)

A novel method of detection of cervical cancer cells has now been developed. The method uses nonspecific adhesion of silica beads to cells.
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This entry was posted on Sunday, November 8th, 2009 at 4:50 pm and is filed under Technology.