Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research roundup: May 9 - Insights
This week's research roundup feature: Proprotein Convertase Subtilisin/Kexin Type 6 (PCSK6) is a likely antigenic target in membranous nephropathy and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug use.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research roundup: May 16 - Insights
This week's research roundup feature: Development and validation of an acute respiratory distress syndrome prediction model in Coronavirus Disease 2019: Updated lung injury prediction score.
Necrotizing Autoimmune Myopathy [Test in Focus] - Insights
Necrotizing autoimmune myopathy (NAM) is a serious but rare muscle disease strongly associated with autoantibodies to either the protein signal recognition particle (SRP) or the enzyme 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl-coenzyme A reductase...
Early-Onset IBD: Genetic Testing and Clinical Applications - Insights
Identification of early-onset IBD patients may enable tailored treatment and surveillance plans. With over 50 genes implicated in early-onset IBD, genetic testing should be included in the workup of children under the age of six with IBD....
Phlebotomy Lab Operations - Insights
PACE / State of FL Phlebotomy and specimen collection services are on the forefront of patient diagnosis. However, more often than not, they are over shadowed by testing laboratories because they deliver the final test results. The focus of...
Challenging Patient Encounters - Insights
PACE This “Phlebotomy Webinar” will discuss real-world examples of patient behavior deemed unsafe and/or disrespectful and best practices for resolution.
Testing Options for Patients with Chronic Diarrhea: A Focus on Bile Acid Malabsorption - Insights
This "Specialty Testing" webinar describes a new serum test for bile acid malabsorption. Descriptions illustrate how the test can be used as a screening test and as a tool for therapeutic action.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research roundup: April 19 - Insights
Top highlights include: Advances in neuroimaging for brain charts for the human lifespan.
Beyond Q-tips: The swabbing guide for SARS-CoV-2 - Insights
This "Phlebotomy Webinar" will discuss the various types of swabs that can be used to collect specimens for SARS-CoV-2 molecular testing.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Launches "Lab Medicine Rounds" Podcast - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories is thrilled to introduce “Lab Medicine Rounds.” This curated podcast for physicians, laboratory professionals, and students features trending topics from Mayo Clinic Laboratories subject-matter experts.