Discontinuation of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) IgM Testing - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Elitza Theel, Ph.D., will discuss the over utilization of IgM serologic testing for herpes simplex virus and the recommendation by multiple agencies, including the CDC and the Infectious Diseases Society of...
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...
For Billy Dowell Jr., a competitive golfer, focus, determination, and course correction are essential to excelling at the sport. These skills, along with routine follow-up care and testing, are also important to navigating a life impacted...
Infectious Diseases - Insights
Learn how our clinical microbiology laboratory can aid in diagnosing pediatric illnesses caused by insects, fungal species, and parasites.
Our Staff, Our Stories: Darin Kittleson - Insights
From friendly neighbor, to a hero. Darin Kittleson was in the middle of his ordinary day snow plowing his driveway when he decided to plow his neighbor’s driveway, as well. That was when he heard the cry for help. Darin rushed inside as 911...
Therapeutics events - Insights
TherapeuticS Creating the new standard of therapeutic management, together Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ evidence-based toxicology and pharmacogenomic testing
One of the biggest misunderstandings about genetic testing is a perception that once a variant is identified and analyzed thoroughly, using all the best tools available, it can be associated with a specific disease or condition. But many...
The exponential increase in the number of diagnostic tests available to physicians (in dermatopathology as well as other medical specialties) can be overwhelming, according to a new multi-institutional study co-published in the Journal of...
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MCL Infectious Specimen Shipping Guidelines MC1235168
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