I’ve heard of PCR before (polymerase chain reaction) where more copies of a DNA sample can be rapidly made. If the problem was that the quantity of blood that Theranos uses is too small, why wasn’t PCR used/ (if it was) why didn’t it work?
Also if I’m completely misunderstanding PCR, if someone could for that too, I’d appreciate it, thank you!
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I don’t think the tests they were planning to run were all based on genetic code, e.g. presence of antibodies in the fluid.
e: [info](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/03/224904/theranos-edison-machine-blood-test-technology-explained)
I’ve heard of PCR before (polymerase chain reaction) where more copies of a DNA sample can be rapidly made. If the problem was that the quantity of blood that Theranos uses is too small, why wasn’t PCR used/ (if it was) why didn’t it work?
Also if I’m completely misunderstanding PCR, if someone could for that too, I’d appreciate it, thank you!
In: 148
I don’t think the tests they were planning to run were all based on genetic code, e.g. presence of antibodies in the fluid.
e: [info](https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/03/224904/theranos-edison-machine-blood-test-technology-explained)
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