Demyelinating neuropathies - Insights
Learn how our expert-backed testing can increase confidence when it comes to the identification of several demyelinating neuropathies.
Revolutionizing Endometrial Cancer Diagnostics - Insights
Endometrial cancer affects thousands annually and ranks as the fourth most common cancer among women in the United States. At the forefront of innovative discoveries in endometrial cancer diagnostics are Mayo Clinic's Department of...
Leveraging technology to transform Anatomic Pathology - Insights
As Mayo Clinic’s Anatomic Pathology moves from traditional glass slides to digital images, the advance in technology is achieving clear benefits in collaboration, learning, and patient care.
How digital pathology provides faster answers - Insights
Almost four years ago, Mayo Clinic launched the Digital Pathology Program, a major pathology initiative. Phase 2 of this multi-phase rollout has recently been completed, which involved the implementation of cutting-edge digital equipment...
The Living Breast Biobank - Insights
This unique Mayo Clinic resource offers a novel portal into the study of gene mutations before they cause breast cancer.
Converging on a major milestone in digital pathology - Insights
Successful implementation of a new slide scanning and analysis platform across five laboratories represents a significant step forward in Mayo Clinic’s digital pathology program — an initiative that combines advanced technology with human...
Innovative bile acid malabsorption panel transforms gastrointestinal care - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories has introduced a revolutionary diagnostic test for bile acid malabsorption, a significant contributor to chronic diarrhea. Developed by Dr. Michael Camilleri and Dr. Leslie Donato, this new bile acid malabsorption...
Pediatric neuro-oncology informative cases - Insights
Neuro-oncology is a complex field undergoing rapid changes with the advancement and evolution of sophisticated genetic testing. Evidence continues to grow in support of broad molecular and cytogenetic analysis for patients with brain...
MCL - Trace Metals Analysis Specimen Collection and Transport - MC1235-233
MC1235-233rev0720Page 1 of 4©2020 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research Trace Metals Analysis Specimen Collection and Transport Introduction Trace metals exist in our environment at concentrations many-fold greater than...
Staffing to Workload in Phlebotomy Areas: Direct Effort - Insights
Mike Baisch, Principal Systems Engineer at Mayo Clinic, discusses staffing to workload in phlebotomy areas with a focus on direct effort through time spent with a patient or patient sample.
Mayo Clinic’s cardiac (CV) remote monitoring service uses the compact MoMe Kardia cardiac monitoring device that yields a continuous, 24/7 stream of a patient’s ECG and motion data, no matter their location. Any troubling or burgeoning...
Multiomics: A new model for identifying biomarkers to predict severe COVID-19 outcomes - Insights
In a groundbreaking study, Mayo Clinic investigators have developed a multiomic molecular method to predict clinical COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) outcomes better than traditional cytokines. Using a machine-learning-based prediction model, the team...
Whole exome sequencing - Insights
Learn more about how whole exome sequencing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories can quickly end diagnostic testing odysseys for patients with suspected genetic disorders.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ robust portfolio of clinically supported assays to test for marijuana use is consistent with professional recommendations.
New high-resolution urine drug testing profile - Insights
Bringing together advanced testing technology, unparalleled expertise, and a patient-focused approach, Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new high-resolution urine drug testing profile, ADMPU, evaluates for 22 drug classes including alcohol,...
An inside look at the state-of-the-art supports enabling invention - Insights
A web of innovation within Mayo Clinic Laboratories links research and test development with clinical practice, enabling for some of the world’s most pioneering methodologies. Underpinning this innovation network are unique supports that...
https://www.mayocliniclabs.com/test-catalog/loinc-codes.php
Test Order LOINC Values current as of June 17, 2025 Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Code LOINC Attributes Method Name 10AIH Factor X Inhibitor Profile, Professional Interpretation 69049-5 Coagulation specialist...
In this “Hot Topic,” Elitza Theel, Ph.D., discusses how common cases of presumed Lyme disease go unreported each year and discusses scenarios in which testing for Lyme disease is indicated and reviews both recommended and inappropriate...
Autoimmune testing education - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories is leading an evolution in autoimmune neurology diagnosis. Powered by expertise from our research labs, clinical labs, and Autoimmune Neurology Clinic, we have developed panels customized to address specific...
Epic journey yields unique offering - Insights
The quest to create a test pinpointing the source of the rare, testicular cancer-associated illness successfully concluded in the summer of 2021.
Diagnostic ecosystem boosts access to timely Alzheimer's disease testing - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories has developed a cutting-edge suite of Alzheimer's disease testing. The newest assays use blood samples, avoiding the need for lumbar punctures to obtain cerebrospinal fluid. The testing suite exemplifies Mayo Clinic...
Cross-laboratory collaboration accelerates gold-standard SRA testing - Insights
Utilizing testing capabilities of two separate laboratory facilities, Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new serotonin release assay (SRA) is a gold-standard test supported by decades of clinical hematopathologic experience and advanced mass...
Learn more about Mayo Clinic Laboratories testing for pregnancy loss, which can help determine causes and risk of recurrence for future pregnancies.
Synthesizing cardiovascular genetic test results into a unified diagnosis for the patient - Insights
For over two decades, Mayo Clinic has been at the forefront of cardiovascular (CV) genetic testing. The current test menu features 24 different panels that span over 300 genes linked to inherited cardiovascular disorders, many of which are...
Unveiling a novel hemoglobinopathy classification - Insights
In a recent discovery by Mayo Clinic Laboratories, a novel hemoglobinopathy category was identified and termed epsilon gamma thalassemia. The first instance of the disorder was found in 2017 when an obstetric patient underwent a routine...
Since 1992, cases of colorectal cancer have been on a slow decline, yet 52,550 people died from it in 2023. At Mayo Clinic, a cutting-edge menu of both germline (inherited genetic alterations) and somatic (tumors due to non-inherited...
Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) and the Role of Serotonin Release Assay (SRA) - Insights
In this month's "Hot Topic," Rajiv Pruthi, M.B.B.S., discusses heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), approach diagnosis, and the role of the functional serotonin release assay (SRA).
October 2023 - Clinical Microbiology - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides a Clinical Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Clinical Microbiology.
Progressive alliance advances science through patient-powered research - Insights
Tying together the expertise and curiosity of Mayo Clinic autoimmune neurology researchers with eager patients who have rare disease and are looking for answers, the innovative collaboration benefits both patients affected by MOGAD and...
Pushing the envelope on personalized medicine - Insights
Recognizing the powerful role genes can play in diagnosing illness and guiding treatment, the Division of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics at Mayo Clinic spearheaded a testing expansion, implementing and upgrading more than 60 advanced...
Pathways Case Studies: February 2022 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for February include the following sub-specialties: Clinical Biochemistry, Bone and...
Performed on cerebrospinal fluid, Mayo Clinic’s RT-QuIC prion test can distinguish prion disease from other types of rapidly progressive dementias to enhance patient care.
New diagnostic tests specifically for conditions that predominantly or only affect women, such as autoimmune diseases and gynecological cancers, are empowering female patients and their physicians to make informed decisions.
Cytogenetic Testing for Pediatric Patients With Hematologic Malignancies - Insights
In this month's "Hot Topic," Patricia Greipp, D.O., discusses fluorescence in situ hybridization, or FISH testing, particularly related to pediatric patients with hematologic malignancies.
March 2023 - Clinical Biochemistry - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides a Clinical Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Clinical Biochemistry.
Neuro-oncology informative cases - Insights
Clinical studies at the Mayo Clinic have shown that this broad, but tumor-specific, genetic analysis has significant, and sometimes unexpected, clinical impact. The following case studies highlight the importance and clinical utility of...
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
The Metabolic Autopsy: Postmortem Screening in Cases of Sudden, Unexpected Death - Insights
In cases of sudden or unexpected death, autopsy evaluation can include a biochemical analysis to identify deaths caused by fatty acid oxidation disorders.
Mayo Clinic MASSFIX - Insights
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
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Activity Metrics User’s Guide Release 1.21 Page 2 9/26/24 Activity Metrics User’s Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction...
Chromogenic Factor VIII and IX Assays: Impact on Diagnosis and Management of Hemophilia - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Rajiv Pruthi, M.B.B.S., will discuss different types of hemophilia along with their pathologic basis. He will also cover various types of factor assays such as one stage and chromogenic factor assays for...
Testing for Antibodies to SS-A/Ro in Autoimmune Diseases - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Anne Tebo, Ph.D., discusses recent updates in the testing for anti-SS-A/Ro antibodies in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases.
Alzheimer's Disease Testing - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
We have developed an innovative evaluation for Alzheimer's disease, which uses CSF biomarkers to achieve a high concordance with amyloid PET scan.
Membranoproliferative glomerulonephritis (MPGN) is a pattern of glomerular injury. Based on the etiology of MPGN, Drs. Sethi and Fervenza proposed a new histologic classification of MPGN into Ig/IC-mediated MPGN and complement-mediated...
Pathways Case Studies: July 2022 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for July include the following sub-specialties: Gastroenterology Pathology,...
The Region 4 Stork (R4S) Collaborative Project - Insights
This is a 6-part series describing the products and clinical tools of a laboratory quality improvement project called Region 4 Stork, or R4S.
The Region 4 Stork (R4S) Collaborative Project - Insights
This is a 6-part series describing the products and clinical tools of a laboratory quality improvement project called Region 4 Stork, or R4S.
The Region 4 Stork (R4S) Collaborative Project - Insights
This is a 6-part series describing the products and clinical tools of a laboratory quality improvement project called Region 4 Stork, or R4S.
The Region 4 Stork (R4S) Collaborative Project - Insights
This is a 6-part series describing the products and clinical tools of a laboratory quality improvement project called Region 4 Stork, or R4S.