The conventional diagnostic assays, such as culture and enzyme immunoassay previously used for the detection of chlamydia lacked sensitivity, required viable organisms, sterile equipment, fastidious ...

Researchers have discovered a type of molecule that can kill chlamydia bacteria but spare bacteria that are important for health. The discovery opens the door for further research towards developing ...

After infection, Chlamydia (blue) replicate in a large vesicle inside the cell. Because most cases of this common bacterial infection are asymptomatic, regular screening of at-risk patients is key to ...