Chilled in a household freezer, the RTube® reliably collects Exhaled Breath Condensate for breath analysis and breath biomarkers. This study shows yields remain near-constant across a wide temperature range, reinforcing RTube’s consistent performance in real-world clinical conditions.
Publications
Explore peer-reviewed articles, journal summaries, and comprehensive studies spotlighting breath biomarkers, EBC methodologies, and clinical applications. Our Publications section compiles influential research that drives innovation and best practices in breath analysis.
Journal Article Summary – Measuring RNA in Breath Condensate
The RTube has successfully been used to isolate RNA, microRNA, and DNA from Exhaled Breath Condensate (EBC). While the collection process of EBC is similar for each target, the isolation steps differ. This Journal Article Summary, based on Dr. Guillermo Barreto’s EMBO Medicine study, highlights a non-invasive approach to nucleic acid isolation for early-stage lung cancer detection.
Acid Breath Test May Help Identify Reopening of Collapsed Alveoli in ARDS
Discover how an acid breath test could reveal critical changes in alveolar function for ARDS patients. Gain insights into potential clinical impact and future applications.
MicroRNA in Exhaled Breath May Help Predict Lung Cancer
Explore how microRNA in Exhaled Breath Condensate (EBC) could provide a non-invasive tool for early lung cancer detection, showcasing breath biomarker breakthroughs that may transform clinical diagnostics.
Selected Exhaled Biomarker Abstracts from ATS 2015
Discover selected exhaled biomarker abstracts from ATS 2015, spotlighting new findings to advance respiratory research and clinical practice.
The Study of Exhaled Breath Condensate pH
Investigate how pH measurement in Exhaled Breath Condensate (EBC) can gauge respiratory inflammation and disease progression, supporting early diagnosis and tailored treatment.
Cytokines in Exhaled Breath Condensate (EBC) – Part 1
Uncover how cytokines in EBC reveal critical biomarkers for respiratory inflammation. This first installment shows how breath analysers and EBC collection can shed new light on disease pathways and targeted therapies.
Collecting Breath Condensate from Mechanically Ventilated Patients
Explore specialized protocols for obtaining EBC from intubated or mechanically ventilated patients. Maintain rigorous standards to minimize contamination and ensure reliable breath biomarker data, even in critical care settings.