MDM2 gene amplification [Test in Focus] - Insights
William Sukov, M.D., provides an overview of the MDM2 gene amplification assay — a test that looks for amplification of the MDM2 gene region on chromosome 12q. He reviews when this test should be ordered, how it compares to other test...
Plasma Cell Proliferative Disorder [Test in Focus] - Insights
Linda Baughn Ph.D. gives an overview of this new test available through Mayo Clinic Laboratories. She discusses when this testing should be ordered, how this testing improves upon other testing approaches, and what clinical action can be...
B-cell lymphoblastic leukemia monitoring for minimal residual disease [Test in Focus] - Insights
Min Shi, M.D., Ph.D., a hematologist and co-director of Mayo Clinic's Flow Cytometry Laboratory, explains recent updates to the B-cell lymphoblastic leukemia minimal residual disease flow cytometry assay. This test is used to identify...
Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) calculator - Insights
For guidance on when to use the calculator, please see the following algorithm: Acquired Neuropathy Diagnostic Algorithm.
New tests launched in September - Insights
In September 2021, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced seven new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
Independence Day Specimen Shipment Alert - Insights
Due to the Independence Day holiday, Mayo Clinic Laboratories' specimen pickup and delivery schedules will be altered. To ensure that your specimen vitality and turnaround times are not affected, plan ahead.
Autoimmune evolution - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories is leading an evolution in autoimmune neurology diagnosis. To better reflect this testing evolution, and to reduce confusion and improve utilization for our clients, effective April 28, we are renaming our...
Study Shows Drug Reduces Risk of Relapse with Neuromyelitis Optica - Insights
"This study offers hope to patients, since each attack in NMO can cause loss of visual or motor function," says Sean Pittock, M.D., a Mayo Clinic neurologist and first author.
Independence Day Specimen Shipment Alert - Insights
Due to the Independence Day holiday, Mayo Clinic Laboratories' specimen pickup and delivery schedules will be altered. To ensure that your specimen vitality and turnaround times are not affected, plan ahead.
Mayo Clinic, Thermo Fisher Scientific collaborate to benefit patients - Insights
Mayo Clinic and Thermo Fisher have joined forces to bring innovative solutions to patients.