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MLS Clinical Rotations Spotlight: Hospital Clinical Lab - Insights

Montana Smith, a student in Mayo Clinic’s Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) program, highlights her experience in Mayo Clinic’s Hospital Clinical Laboratory during MLS clinical rotations.

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Joel Cayou - Insights

Joel Cayou’s goal as a supervisor in Specimen Handling is to support his staff wherever he can in the vital work they do to keep Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ operations running efficiently.

Top Gun Phlebotomy: Pseudohyperkalemia - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., describes how pseudohyperkalemia has many causes, from collection techniques, processing, and even transport. This presentation focuses on the various preanalytic and analytic causes of...

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Carrie Lahner - Insights

Carrie began her career at Mayo Clinic in 2006 as the associate director of the Eisenberg Genomics Education Program. In her current role as a genetic counselor, she employs her skills to educate on genetic test offerings and support MCL’s...

MCL @Work: Michael Goard - Insights

More than 17 years ago, Michael Goard started his career at Mayo Clinic in Specimen Operations. Today, he takes great pride in his role as a field service manager working with clients and making a difference for our patients.

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Sherri Hawkins - Insights

With nearly 30 years at Mayo Clinic, Sherri Hawkins has served in a wide range of laboratory-related roles. Beginning as a laboratorian on the bench and now serving as Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) manager, Sherri has been able to...

Do You Critically Reflect? Maybe You Should . . . - Insights

Justin Kreuter, M.D., clinical pathologist and Medical Director of the Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center in Rochester, Minnesota, discusses the importance of daily critical reflection.

MCL - Informed Consent for Genetic Testing (Spanish) - MC1235-117SP

MCL - Informed Consent Genetic Testing (Spanish)

Our staff, our stories: Ahmed and Alison Bashier - Insights

Looking back on their wedding, the Bashiers feel the event was a shining example of how greater empathy and understanding can be fostered between two very different cultures via a communal exchange of customs and traditions on an intimate...

Our staff, our stories: Andrew "Roo" Yori - Insights

Andrew “Roo” Yori’s persistence and athletic gifts allowed him to achieve his dream of becoming an American Ninja Warrior in 2016.

Rare patient case helps inform and validate GABA-A-R antibody encephalitis testing: JoAnne Michael - Insights

JoAnne Michael’s symptoms started with dizziness and forgetfulness before down spiraling into severe confusion, crying jags, and brain seizures. ER doctors at her local hospital initially thought she was on drugs. JoAnne, terrified,...

Rare patient case helps inform and validate GABA-A-R antibody encephalitis testing: JoAnne Michael - Insights

JoAnne Michael’s symptoms started with dizziness and forgetfulness before down spiraling into severe confusion, crying jags, and brain seizures. ER doctors at her local hospital initially thought she was on drugs. JoAnne, terrified,...

Comprehensive testing helps diagnose and manage rare genetic disorder: Lauri Sieben - Insights

Multiple doctors and multiple examinations could not figure out why Lauri Sieben had spent much of her life “never feeling quite right” physically. Fortunately for Lauri, that changed after her daughter Christy began working as a genetic...

Top Gun Phlebotomy - Butterfly Use: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., will discuss recent information on the advantages and disadvantages of using butterfly needles for blood collection.

Reflecting on Graduation Season - Insights

Justin Kreuter, M.D., reflects on graduation season and highlights the impactful speakers from this year's Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Scientist graduation.

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Dr. Vanda Lennon - Insights

A pioneering researcher, Dr. Vanda Lennon has spent five decades delving into questions of neuroimmunology. Today, she continues that work as director of the Neuroimmunology Research Laboratory in Mayo Clinic’s Department of Laboratory...

A Reflection on the Past 12 Weeks of the MLS Program - Insights

Makenzie Fong, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science class of 2018, reflects on the past twelve weeks of the program.

Specialized testing helps reverse effects of stiff-person syndrome: James Kypuros - Insights

One summer morning, James Kypuros awoke to find his toes stiffened like claws. Then he started having falls, which culminated in losing his ability to walk or even sit up without help. Diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome, James wouldn’t...

An emotional proposition for a pancreatic cancer survivor: Jim Smith - Insights

Since overcoming a life-threatening diagnosis five years ago, Jim Smith has embraced life. But each time he travels to Mayo Clinic for follow-up laboratory testing, a well of emotions rises up to remind him of life’s fragility. Thankfully,...

Clinical trial testing support - Insights

Learn more about our clinical testing support, specimen preparation and transportation, billing, and access helpful videos to help you get started.

MML Prenatal Testing Brochure - MC2775-111

MML Prenatal Testing Brochure - PRENATAL TESTING COMPREHENSIVE SCREENING DIAGNOSTIC TESTING FETAL ABNORMALITIES WOMEN HEALTH CLINIC PRENATAL TESTING

Phlebotomy Top Gun: Order of Draw-Do We Still Care? - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., will cover the need and evidence behind following the order of draw recommendations for routine blood collection. Specifically, does evidence demonstrate a need to collect serum tubes...

A Sysmex Game of Telephone - Insights

Rachel Olk, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science class of 2018, talks about her experience with the Sysmex Hematology Analyzer during a game of "Telephone" in the laboratory.

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Clyde Christian III - Insights

Following a connection on LinkedIn, Clyde Christian found himself drawn to Mayo Clinic and joined the Hospital Sales division of Mayo Clinic Laboratories in late May 2022. As a hospital account executive for the U.S. Great Lakes region,...

Reversing a dire disorder: Lorinda McKinley - Insights

Advanced testing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories that confirmed a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis put Lorinda McKinley on the road to renewed health after she nearly lost it all to the rare autoimmune disease.

A shared journey through breast cancer: Samantha Duke and Jane Hanson - Insights

When Samantha Duke discovered she had breast cancer, she didn’t have to look far for support. Her mother Jane walked a similar path 16 years earlier. Inspired both by her mom and the strong network of healthcare physicians and professionals...

A shared journey through breast cancer: Samantha Duke and Jane Hanson - Insights

When Samantha Duke discovered she had breast cancer, she didn’t have to look far for support. Her mother Jane walked a similar path 16 years earlier. Inspired both by her mom and the strong network of healthcare physicians and professionals...

Osmotic fragility testing - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” James Hoyer, M.D., discusses the importance of using a control tube during osmotic fragility testing.

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© Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. 03/2024 Newborn screen result: decreased alpha-L-iduronidase (IDUA) Order 1 from each of the following groups: ■ IDUAW / Alpha-L-Iduronidase,...

Defying all odds and exploring a remarkable journey beyond diagnosis: Mike Knudson - Insights

In August of 2021, 28-year-old Mike Knudson, a Twin Cities resident known for his vibrant and active lifestyle, set out on what he anticipated to be an adventurous hiking vacation to the picturesque Glacier National Park in Montana. Little...

A decade-long search for answers ends at Mayo Clinic: Tyler Hart - Insights

After years of misdiagnosis, Tyler Hart found answers at Mayo Clinic, discovering he had NF155-IgG4 autoimmune nodopathy instead of CIDP

A decade-long search for answers ends at Mayo Clinic: Tyler Hart - Insights

After years of misdiagnosis, Tyler Hart found answers at Mayo Clinic, discovering he had NF155-IgG4 autoimmune nodopathy instead of CIDP

Ceramide testing helps shape individualized heart health treatment plan: Mark Kocak - Insights

An avid runner and fitness buff, Mark Kocak didn’t think he needed medication for his high cholesterol and hypertension. After coming to Mayo Clinic for ceramide testing, Mark knew exercise alone would not be enough to him on a path toward...

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...

Detecting danger: Dan O'Bryan - Insights

Dan O’Bryan didn’t think his dizziness and lightheadedness were anything to worry about. Nearly 100 miles away, the team at Mayo Clinic that was remotely monitoring Dan’s heart could see the truth.

MCL @Work: Becca Johnson - Insights

Becca Johnson, a dedicated project manager, joined Mayo Clinic in 2014, driven by a desire to contribute to an organization making a global impact. With BioPharma Diagnostics, Becca oversees large projects, ensuring efficient sample...

MCL @Work: Tamara Staley - Insights

Eight years ago, Tamara Staley joined Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ Cardiovascular Sales team selling CV diagnostic testing to community hospitals. Now, she leads sales for Hematology and Oncology’s Central Region. Tamara is proud to help...

Phlebotomy Top Gun - Insights

In this month's "Hot Topic," Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., reviews pediatric venipuncture volumes in this year’s Phlebotomy Top Gun case-based presentation as requested by previous Phlebotomy conference attendees.

Phlebotomy Top Gun: Drawing Blood from a Patient Receiving Intravenous Fluids - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., presents a case-based scenario on drawing blood from a patient receiving intravenous fluids.

Forging ahead in the MLS Program - Insights

Elizabeth Atneosen, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science program, talks about the rewards of being in the program.

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Ona Saras - Insights

As a clinical specialty representative, Ona Saras’ decade-long dedication to patient care and advocacy for cutting-edge testing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories has transformed lives across Northern California and Reno, Nevada. Through personal...

Staying the course through follow-up care and therapeutic drug monitoring: Billy Dowell Jr. - Insights

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...

MCL @Work: Samantha Aldrich - Insights

Before joining Mayo Clinic, Samantha Aldrich worked for a multisite hospital system in Michigan for 10 years. Now, as a regional service representative for Mayo Clinic Laboratories, she serves as a client advocate and works to help send out...

Mayo Clinic Labs @Work: Paul Schneider - Insights

As a national accounts executive for Mayo Clinic Laboratories, Paul Schneider helps to improve and advance diagnostic patient care by bringing Mayo Clinic Laboratories testing to many of the nation’s top health care systems.

Specialized testing diagnoses uncommon allergy to red meat: Joseph Ducaji - Insights

CT scans and hiatal/abdominal ultrasounds could not uncover why, whenever he ate steak, Joseph Ducaji experienced severe stomach problems, itchy hives, chills, and nausea. It took specialized testing from Mayo Clinic to unlock a...

MCL @Work: Annette Bjorheim - Insights

As supervisor of the Tissue Registry Archive, Annette Bjorheim finds purpose in her work to provide archived material for patient testing, education, and research needs.

MCL @Work: Joune Twist - Insights

Joune Twist has always embraced her natural interest for learning new information and improving processes. In 2019, her curiosity and previous work led her to join Mayo Clinic’s Neuroimmunology Lab. As a medical laboratory scientist, Joune...

A Look Back at MLS Program - Insights

Alex Harker, a student in Mayo Clinic’s Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) class of 2017, takes a look back at the MLS program and highlights his experience.

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Mayo Clinic Laboratories, Attn: MLI, P.O. Box 4100, Rochester, MN 55901 Phone 507-284-3050 Fax 507-284-1759 RSTMCLROI@mayo.edu Patient Name (Last, First, Middle) Birth Date (mm-dd-yyyy) Patient ID/Medical Record Number Health...

Five Points of Interest from International Consensus Conference - Insights

Justin Kreuter, M.D., Clinical Pathologist and Medical Director of the Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center in Rochester, Minnesota, recently attended the International Consensus Conference for Patient Blood Management in Frankfurt, Germany. He...