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Answers From the Lab Archives - Page 18 of 27 - Insights

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Education by MLS Credit Category - Insights

MLS CREDIT Online education and other offerings organized by Medical Laboratory Science credit categories.

Testing Archives - Page 6 of 26 - Insights

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Anti-hypertensive drug monitoring - Insights

Learn how Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ anti-hypertensive drug panel can assist physicians in understanding the reasons for resistant hypertension in patients.

Neurodevelopmental disorders - Insights

Learn more about how chromosomal microarray can be used as a first-tier diagnostic test for those with congenital abnormalities and developmental disabilities.

Hereditary neuromuscular disorders - Insights

Find out how our distinctive approach to evaluating for inherited neuromuscular disorders uses phenotypic information to streamline diagnosis.

Six ways innovative lupus tests are transforming patient and clinician experiences - Insights

The Lupus Foundation of America estimates that at least five million people worldwide have a form of lupus. Yet, the most widely used laboratory tests for patients with this complex condition were developed more than 60 years ago, and...

Muscle and nerve biopsy consultation - Insights

Our experienced muscle and nerve specialists apply their knowledge to correlate pathological findings with clinical presentation and other testing to confirm specific neuromuscular diseases.

Comprehensive urine drug profiles - Insights

Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ comprehensive controlled substance monitoring profiles use multiple methodologies to detect the lowest levels of substances.

Invasive fungal infection - Insights

Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ fungal biomarker test rapidly screens for invasive fungal infections caused by various fungal pathogens.

Histoplasma/Blastomyces - Insights

Mayo Clinic Laboratories full menu of testing for Histoplasma or Blastomyces infection includes an innovative, direct detection assay can detect antigens from both species.

September 2023 - Cardiovascular Pathology - Insights

This "Pathways" program provides an Anatomic Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Cardiovascular Pathology.

Managing patient expectations for home specimen collection - Insights

When patients are tasked with collecting specimens at home, the procedure can require special timing, collection steps, or storage conditions. If these aren’t clearly communicated to the patient beforehand, it can lead to confusion and...

Five Steps to Optimizing Your Outreach Test Menu - Insights

With changes in technology, medical practice, and market trends, and the expansion of health system services, the laboratory test menu can be ever in flux. It is essential that the laboratory test menu keeps up with trends, remaining...

Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: January 16 - Insights

This week's research roundup feature: Understanding the incidence, causes, and trends of sudden cardiac death (SCD) among young competitive athletes is critical to inform preventive policies.

Five trends happening in the laboratory industry - Insights

Managing a successful hospital-based laboratory in today’s economic climate requires leaders to anticipate challenges, navigate obstacles, and develop creative approaches to unusual circumstances. The Mayo Clinic Laboratories outreach team...

PCD test provides definitive diagnosis of a rare disease - Insights

Joseph Maleszewski, M.D., and Marie-Christine Aubry, M.D., explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratory can provide definitive diagnosis of primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD). Mayo Clinic's expertise and technology have earned the laboratory's...

Neuromuscular gene panel provides comprehensive analysis: Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Christopher Klein, M.D. - Insights

Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Christopher Klein, M.D., explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' updated neuromuscular gene panel informs diagnosis and treatment. The phenotype-based panel covers the complete list of neuromuscular genes and...

Test assesses all inherited Parkinson's disease genes: Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Rodolfo Savica, M.D., Ph.D. - Insights

Zhiyv (Neal) Niu, Ph.D., and Rodolfo Savica, M.D., Ph.D., explain why Mayo Clinic Laboratories' gene panel is the most comprehensive test available for inherited Parkinson's disease. The new panel covers all mutations known to cause the...

Tests aid diagnosis of primary biliary cholangitis: Anne Tebo, Ph.D. - Insights

Anne Tebo, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new serum tests help overcome the challenges of diagnosing primary biliary cholangitis, or PBC. Test results can guide clinical care for patients with this life-threatening autoimmune...

Pancreatic Elastase - Insights

Puanani Hopson, D.O., a Mayo Clinic pediatric gastroenterologist, explains the pancreatic elastase test — a screening test that can be useful when symptoms point to the possibility of exocrine pancreatic insufficiency. Dr. Hopson reviews...

Multigene panel provides efficient ataxia diagnosis: Angela Pickart, M.S., CGC, and Emily Lauer, M.S., CGC - Insights

Angela Pickart, M.S., CGC, and Emily Lauer, M.S., CGC, explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' multigene panel helps identify the cause of hereditary ataxia. Precise diagnosis of this complex movement disorder helps guide patient treatment...

Assay identifies most known membranous nephropathy antigens: Sanjeev Sethi, M.D., Ph.D. - Insights

Sanjeev Sethi, M.D., Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new mass spectrometry test (Mayo ID: MSMN) identifies most antigens now known to cause membranous nephropathy. Precise identification of antigens is important for optimal...

MCL @Work: Brian Dukek - Insights

As a senior principal developer for the brand-new Process Innovation Through Automation Laboratory, Brian Dukek helps labs throughout the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology evaluate new automation tools and streamline...

MCL @Work: Jane Hermansen - Insights

Outreach manager Jane Hermansen regards Mayo Clinic as the pinnacle of healthcare. Having spent her formative years in Minnesota, she was inspired by her uncle Roger to embark on a path as a laboratory scientist. Presently, she oversees the...

High-Resolution Targeted Benzodiazepine Screen - Insights

In this “Hot Topic,” Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., highlights Mayo Clinic’s targeted benzodiazepine assay and discusses the advantages and limitations of various urine-screening assays as well as quantitative confirmatory testing to determine...

Test Utilization Practices for Venous Thromboembolism: A Model of Cost Savings and Efficiency at Mayo Clinic - Insights

A recent Mayo Clinic study has found that many U.S. health care providers are habitually ordering a mostly unnecessary, and quite expensive, genetic test to identify a patient’s hereditary risk of venous thromboembolism.

Answers From the Lab Archives - Page 16 of 25 - Insights

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  Hurricane Hilary: Potential specimen delays  - Insights

Hurricane Hilary will be impacting the West Coast this weekend and into early next week. We are monitoring and tracking the situation with our logistics partners to minimize challenges. Clients will be contacted directly by the couriers if...

Answers From the Lab Archives - Page 17 of 26 - Insights

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People Archives - Page 36 of 36 - Insights

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Register for the 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights

Reserve your spot for the 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium, which will take place May 7–10, 2024, at the Intercontinental in Dublin, Ireland. This conference will address common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered...

Prenatal Archives - Insights

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CPT codes and LOINC update: July 2022 - Insights

This page includes updates posted to mayocliniclabs.com during the month of July.

Register now for Phlebotomy 2024: Pathways to Excellence - Insights

Secure your spot at our Phlebotomy 2024 virtual conference on April 17–19, 2024. Tailored for phlebotomists, phlebotomy managers, phlebotomy educators, and patient care staff, this event offers exclusive insights, live case discussions, and...

Mayo Clinic Laboratories named by HHS to expand monkeypox testing capacity - Insights

The Department of Health and Human Services has named Mayo Clinic Laboratories as one of five commercial laboratories to expand access and capacity for monkeypox testing.

The Essentials of Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases - Insights

In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Bobbi Pritt, M.D., will talk about the different ticks that commonly bite humans, where they can be found, and how to avoid them.

Training Clinical Laboratory Staff to Work at the Highest Level - Insights

In this month’s two-part “Hot Topic” series, Joaquin Garcia, M.D., and Tiffany Mainella, HTL(ASCP), review the main components of training clinical laboratory staff and discuss how to ensure your trainers are capable of instructing them.

Lab Week 2020 - Insights

We want to express our gratitude for what laboratory professionals do each and every day. As we celebrate Lab Week this year, we recognize more than ever that the laboratory is the backbone of the hospital. Together we will continue to make...

Swiftly and Safely: A Century of Transporting Patients to Mayo Clinic #ThrowbackThursday - Insights

From the horse-drawn ambulance circa 1905 to a state-of-the-art helicopter and fixed-wing services of today, Mayo Clinic has been a leader in the safe, effective transportation of patients. Watch this video to see Mayo Clinic’s journey of...

HIV Treatment Monitoring [Algorithm] - Insights

The algorithm can be viewed here.

Register today for the 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium - Insights

Mark your calendar for Friday, April 12, and join Mayo Clinic Laboratories and Mayo Clinic's Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology for their 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium in Rochester, Minnesota. This symposium will cover...

February 2020 — Hematopathology - Insights

A 43-year-old female presents with seizures following weeks of progressive lower extremity numbness. Imaging reveals a contrast-enhancing parasagittal

December 2019 — Dermatopathology - Insights

A 7-year old boy presented with growing skin lesion on the back. ( Click on image to view magnified ) ( Click on image to view magnified ) ( Click on

Schedule an appointment with Mayo Clinic Laboratories at Medlab Middle East 2023 - Insights

Are you planning to attend Medlab Middle East 2023? If so, make an appointment to stop by Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ booth Z3.A30 to learn more about our comprehensive menu of advanced diagnostic testing.

New Tests Launched Archives - Page 6 of 6 - Insights

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Specimen Shipment Alert: Jan. 30 - Insights

In close collaboration with our logistics providers, we have determined that clients can now safely send all specimens to Rochester now that temperatures have moderated. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

New Tests Launched in February - Insights

In February 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced one new test along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.