Flu (Influenza)

Diagnostic Progress

Find out what advances NIAID scientists are making in diagnosing the flu (influenza).

The "Flu Chip" – a New Way to Diagnose the Flu

A self-contained kit, smaller than the basic Palm Pilot, can fully characterize an influenza virus in about an hour or so.

Lab-on-a-Chip Offers Potential for Fast Diagnosis of the Flu

Scientists are developing a small, portable device that can quickly decipher the genetic make-up of any influenza virus.