Sputum processing by mechanical dissociation: A rapid alternative to traditional sputum assessment approaches

ConclusionThis cost ‐effective method of sputum processing could provide a more pragmatic, sustainable means of directly monitoring the airway milieu. Therefore, we recommend this method be taken forward for further investigation.

Source: The Clinical Respiratory Journal - March 29, 2021 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Clair Barber, Laurie Lau, Jonathan A. Ward, Thomas Daniels, Alastair Watson, Karl J. Staples, Tom M. A. Wilkinson, Peter H. Howarth Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research