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What Can We Detect From a Single Drop of Blood Today?
07:53 - 17:47 (09:53)
Although machines like flow cytometry can detect the number of blood cells and different types of white blood cells in a droplet of blood, it is still not possible to replace broad profile panels that require a larger amount of blood for an accurate reading. The lack of expertise in biotech among major VC firms have also led to red flags in investing in such technologies.
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The press coverage of Theranos helped it build a business by raising capital, attracting employees and gaining partnerships with companies such as Walgreens and Safeway.
07:53 - 10:19 (02:25)
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The press coverage of Theranos helped it build a business by raising capital, attracting employees and gaining partnerships with companies such as Walgreens and Safeway. However, the same press coverage also led to the downfall of the company and landed its founder in jail.
ChapterWhat Can We Detect From a Single Drop of Blood Today?
EpisodeE62: Elizabeth Holmes verdict, fraud origins & takeaways, navigating "The Great Markdown" & more
PodcastAll-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
Microfluidics is making it possible to conduct biochemical assays with very small volumes of liquid, leading to more precise measurements with CRISPR technology, and advancements in generating data in life science hardware are accelerating rapidly.
10:18 - 11:53 (01:34)
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Microfluidics is making it possible to conduct biochemical assays with very small volumes of liquid, leading to more precise measurements with CRISPR technology, and advancements in generating data in life science hardware are accelerating rapidly.
ChapterWhat Can We Detect From a Single Drop of Blood Today?
EpisodeE62: Elizabeth Holmes verdict, fraud origins & takeaways, navigating "The Great Markdown" & more
PodcastAll-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
While certain molecules and blood components can be accurately measured with a small droplet of blood using sophisticated machines, the technology to replace comprehensive blood panels used in routine check-ups is not yet within reach.
11:53 - 17:47 (05:53)
Summary
While certain molecules and blood components can be accurately measured with a small droplet of blood using sophisticated machines, the technology to replace comprehensive blood panels used in routine check-ups is not yet within reach.