At the same time, veterinarians and breeders can use the gene
test as a diagnostic tool,» explains Ahonen.
Despite the extremes to which data - driven obsession over academic «outcomes» have driven us, I don't think any of us in the charter school world would deny the usefulness of standardized
tests as a diagnostic tool or argue for their elimination.
Not exact matches
Standardized
tests should be used
as diagnostic tools to move children forward in their educational journey and not
as a benchmark to stigmatize students and teachers.
In addition to medical applications, the researchers are planning to publicly release the app so that it can be used for other colorimetric
tests such
as laboratory kits, veterinary
diagnostics and environmental screening
tools.
We believe that this confirms the
test's potential
as a
diagnostic tool.»
Our data and findings will also support development of more effective molecular
diagnostic tests,
as well
as improved public health surveillance
tools.»
In the interests of keeping costs down and protecting patients from unnecessary and possibly damaging
diagnostic testing, the authors examined a simple blood
test for S100B
as a
diagnostic tool to rule out the presence of intracranial hemorrhage.
«We suggest that the herbal industry should embrace molecular
diagnostic tools such
as DNA barcoding for authenticating herbal products through
testing of raw materials used in manufacturing products.
Moreover, he believes that investment in technologies such
as chip - based methods to rapidly
test blood or tissue samples for the presence of anthrax or smallpox would speed the development of related
diagnostic tools for regular diseases.
«Lastly, the technique we have pioneered will likely be a valuable
tool for scientists and clinicians studying the biology of complex nanoparticle populations,» Dr. Zhang said, «and may aid in the development of
diagnostic tests using them
as biomarkers.»
The lack of knowledge and
tools highlights the importance of ongoing research leading to the development of better
diagnostic tests and biomarkers that can predict which patients are at risk for progression from latent to active disease,
as well
as better - tolerated treatment regimens for latent TB infections, note the authors.
The overall goal of this research is to provide new insight into the function and dysfunction of human neural cell populations in aging and neurological disorders, such
as LOAD, and to identify mechanisms and molecules that can be translated to developing and
testing novel
diagnostic tools and therapeutics.
Sansbury and Kmiec said that while their work with their CRISPR - Cpf1
tool has confirmed its usefulness for reliably editing DNA samples that are part of a
diagnostic test, it is not yet fully developed
as a therapeutic
tool for directly treating disorders that would involve repairing or removing malfunctioning genes in humans, animals or plants.
We offer conventional
diagnostic tools, such
as labs and imaging, and also may use alternative lab
testing to further assess health.
We practice a new model of medicine that incorporates the best
diagnostic tools and technologies from conventional medicine,
as well
as emerging
tests and
tools that help us identify the critical imbalances that are at the root of all illness.
We practice a FRESH model of healthcare that combines the best that conventional medicine offers including
diagnostic testing,
tools and technologies,
as well
as clinical nutrition, functional medicine, health coaching (grounded in positive psychology), complementary therapies, extensive and innovative
testing.
The overwhelming majority of teachers (68 %) indicated support for this
testing program when it is used
as a
diagnostic instrument, and even
as a accountability
tool when similar schools and / or school districts are being compared.
In this era of high - stakes
testing, Perkins cites a school that has emphasized
diagnostic testing as a
tool for individual students to understand their progress and to determine what to focus on next.
The voluntary
testing program is sponsored by the state department of education and is designed to serve
as a «
diagnostic tool» for students, counselors, and curriculum planners, according to Duane Clow, professor of mathematics at the university and the director of the
testing program.
Although initially introduced
as a
diagnostic tool to help our teachers assess the academic needs of their students, MAP ® is now used by the district to evaluate teachers — a purpose for which the
test was not designed, the vendor NWEA has stated — and
as a screening mechanism for advanced learning opportunities.
Lawmakers already approved in the 2015 - 15 budget an allocation of $ 17.5 million for additional instructional time; $ 5.5 million for
diagnostic and screening
tools as well
as computer adaptive
tests; and $ 3.0 million to hire early literacy coaches.
As diagnostic tools, most large - scale
tests are blunt, imprecise, and often useless — but most states claim that diagnosis is a reason for their
tests.
Genetic
testing is an excellent
tool for determining and cultivating genetically healthy breeding practices,
as well
as a
diagnostic tool for preventative wellness planning.
The Dermatology department is able to address patients with chronic allergies, ear infections and other dermatological disorders by the use of
diagnostic tools such
as intradermal skin
testing, video otoscopic examinations, skin biopsies and cultures and evaluation of blood panels.
Dr. Goldstein and the team will continue to emphasize digital innovation,
diagnostics, genetic
tests, and biodevices
as important
tools to help veterinarians make better healthcare decisions informed by data.
It's such a fundamental
tool in geriatric pet care that most veterinary
diagnostic labs have a
test called a «geriatric panel» with added features such
as thyroid
testing, geared toward the special concerns of older dogs.
We have many
tools for
diagnostics such
as in house blood
testing with results possible in minutes.
The Neurology / Neurosurgery department employs numerous
diagnostic technologies, including MRI / CT (provided on - site by PetsDx) and electrodiagnostic
tools, such
as BAER
testing, to determine how to best treat both acute and chronic neurological disorders.
As an example of how certain
diagnostic imaging
tools can help, according to The Drake Center, «The goal of feline radiographs is to ascertain a diagnosis or obtain a final answer without having to perform further more invasive
tests or procedures.
Just like any
diagnostic tool, blood
tests for cats are more effective when used
as part of a
diagnostic plan which may include other
tests.
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