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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.

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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.

Blood Banking Archives - Insights

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Accurately characterize marijuana use through urine THC testing - Insights

Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., and Loralie Langman, Ph.D., discuss Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new marijuana monitoring evaluation, which identifies metabolites of both delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and delta-8 THC to accurately identify and...

Solutions for Common Service Recovery Challenges - Insights

Despite our best efforts, customer service failures do happen, but good service recovery tools can turn failures into positive customer experiences.

Thiopurines - Insights

For children who require thiopurine medications (such as azathioprine and 6-mercaptopurine) to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), understanding how thiopurines are metabolized is vital to choosing the most effective treatment. Because...

Five Steps to Manage Change in an Outreach Laboratory - Insights

When introducing a new initiative in the medical laboratory environment, effective change management is essential.

Digital imaging - Insights

Learn how digital imaging can provide a clearer picture of difficult cases to assist with interpretations.

Liquid biopsy offers noninvasive DNA testing for cancer care - Insights

Gang Zheng, M.D., Ph.D., and Aaron Mansfield, M.D., describe Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ liquid biopsy, which analyzes blood samples for genetic information to guide cancer treatment. The circulating tumor DNA assay uses next generation...

Oral fluid panel - Insights

Find out more about our cost-effective immunoassay panel, which uses oral fluid testing to support addiction treatment and pain management.

National Kidney Foundation, American Society for Clinical Pathology, Leading Laboratories, and Clinical Laboratory Societies Unite to Diagnose Chronic Kidney Disease - Insights

The National Kidney Foundation, the American Society for Clinical Pathology, and the nation’s leading laboratories and clinical laboratory societies have announced a new collaboration to remove barriers to testing for chronic kidney...

Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: May 15 - Insights

This week’s Research Roundup highlights how the androgen receptor variant AR-V9 is co-expressed with AR-V7 in prostate cancer metastases and predicts abiraterone resistance.

Dr. Morice Shares Trends and Predictions for 2025 - Insights

The healthcare and diagnostics landscape is poised for transformative changes driven by technological advancements and evolving market dynamics.

Ceramides - Insights

Ceramides are lipids associated with atherosclerotic plaque formation, hypertension, insulin resistance, and obesity. Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ testing quantifies ceramides, providing an early indicator to help physicians predict heart...

CPT codes and LOINC update: June 2024 - Insights

This page includes updates posted to Mayo Clinic Labs during the month of June.

5 Steps to Improve Communication in Laboratory Outreach - Insights

Communication is a critical component of success. Laboratory outreach leaders can foster truly effective communication with five simple steps.

Results report simplifies urine test interpretation: John Lieske, M.D. - Insights

John Lieske, M.D., explains why it's now easier for clinicians to pull information from Mayo Clinic Laboratories' supersaturation test report. An updated format summarizes complex information to help guide the treatment of kidney stones.

Precision therapeutics can individualize depression treatment - Insights

Ann Moyer, M.D., Ph.D., and Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., explain how precision therapeutics can improve treatment for patients with major depressive disorder. The optimal antidepressant medication and dose vary among individuals. Pharmacogenomic...

Neurofilament Light Chain (NFLC) - Insights

Alicia Algeciras, Ph.D., describes Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new blood test to detect NFLC, or neurofilament light chain protein. NFLC is a biomarker for several neurodegenerative conditions. The new assay can determine if a patient’s...

Whole genome sequencing streamlines diagnosis - Insights

Nicole Boczek, Ph.D., and Sarah Barnett, M.S., CGC, explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' whole genome sequencing provides comprehensive information for rapid diagnosis of hereditary disorders.

Stiff-Person/PERM Evaluation - Insights

Andrew McKeon, M.B., B.Ch., M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' stiff-person assay provides comprehensive evaluation for individuals on the spectrum of stiff-person syndrome. In addition to guiding treatment decisions, the assay...

Cytomegalovirus Antiviral Resistance Testing: A New Assay for Detection of Mutations Associated with Antiviral Resistance in CMV - Insights

Cytomegalovirus, or CMV, is a common cause of disease in the transplant population. In some patients who are diagnosed with CMV and are on antiviral treatment for infections, the virus may develop resistance to the drugs. This “Hot Topic”...

New Tests Launched in July - Insights

In July 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced one new test along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.

Week in Review: April 21 - Insights

Top highlights include: Millions expected to lose dental care coverage, overdose deaths of elderly on the rise, and Minnesota Health Department urges caution for well owners as flood waters rise.

Collaboration identifies previously unknown blood clotting condition - Insights

A medical mystery surrounding a clotting disease spurred a collaboration between Mayo Clinic and University of Michigan Health to develop a new test methodology and the discovery of a previously unknown blood clotting condition.

Lifelong Learning - Insights

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” Justin Kreuter, M.D., sits down with Lynn Cornell, M.D., to discuss her background in lifelong learning.

The ABCs of Lyme Disease - Insights

To help you learn more about Lyme disease, “The ABCs of Lyme Disease” flash cards include information about symptoms, treatment, and other important facts.

Understanding Multiple Myeloma Testing - Insights

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” Justin Kreuter, M.D., sits down with David Murray, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of laboratory medicine and pathology, and clinical biochemist in the Protein Immunology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic,...

Visit Mayo Clinic Laboratories at Medlab Middle East 2023 - Insights

Mayo Clinic Laboratories is excited to announce our participation in Medlab Middle East 2023, a medical conference and exhibition taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 6–9, 2023.

Visit us at the NSGC Annual Conference 2023 - Insights

Join Mayo Clinic Laboratories at the National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) Annual Conference. Our interactive booth will be staffed by genetic counselors who can discuss and answer questions about our genetic testing options.

Register today for Leveraging the Laboratory: Dimensions of Outreach - Insights

Are you looking to take your laboratory's outreach program to the next level? Our outreach conference will provide innovative views into all aspects of health system laboratory outreach programs. This exciting event will be held Sept....

Bobbi Pritt, M.D., Discusses Parasites with Outbreak News - Insights

Bobbi Pritt, M.D., Director of the Clinical Parasitology Lab and Co-Director of Vector-Borne Diseases Lab Services in Mayo Clinic’s Department of Lab Medicine and Pathology, discusses a unique story with Outbreak News about a man, who...

The Gift Of Organ Donation - Insights

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” Justin Kreuter, M.D., sits down with Medhat Askar, M.D., Ph.D., MSHPE, FRCPath, Professor of Pathology, Texas A&M College of Medicine, and Director of Clinical Services, National Marrow Donor...

Visit Mayo Clinic Laboratories at Medlab Middle East 2024 - Insights

Mayo Clinic Laboratories is excited to announce our participation in Medlab Middle East 2024, a medical conference and exhibition taking place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 5–8, 2024.

Register Now: 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights

The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium is an exciting opportunity for practicing surgical pathologists to expand their knowledge and skills. Presented by Mayo Clinic Laboratories, this four-day conference will address common...

What Every Pathologist Needs to Know About the Legal System - Insights

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” Justin Kreuter, M.D., sits down with R. Ross Reichard, M.D., a forensic pathologist at Mayo Clinic and associate professor of laboratory medicine and pathology, to discuss what every pathologist...

Join us for Phlebotomy 2024: Pathways to Excellence - Insights

Registration is now open for Phlebotomy 2024: Pathways to Excellence, a virtual conference by Mayo Clinic Laboratories. This three-day event offers insights and techniques for managing burnout and ways to create a positive patient...