Fostering an effective courier relationship - Insights
In this episode of the "Leveraging the Laboratory" podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discusses courier options and logistics with outreach colleagues Brianne Newton and Ellen Dijkman Dulkes. They...
Making sense of an ever-changing regulatory environment - Insights
In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, and Shannon Bennett, director of regulatory affairs for Mayo Clinic’s Department of...
New phlebotomy modules now available - Insights
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Education is pleased to announce the release of six new phlebotomy learning modules, which encompass many of the necessary skills to further your journey as a phlebotomist.
New Tests Launched in October - Insights
In October 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced seven new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in June - Insights
In June 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced three new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in March - Insights
In March 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced two new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in May - Insights
In May 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced three new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in December - Insights
In December 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced two new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in January - Insights
In January 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced one new test along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in May - Insights
In May 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced four new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in November - Insights
In November 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced one new test along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in September - Insights
In September 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced four new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes. In addition to these new tests, the department also announced several test changes.
CPT codes and LOINC update: April 2022 - Insights
This list includes updates posted to mayocliniclabs.com during the month of April.
New Tests Launched in June - Insights
In June 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced three new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in February - Insights
In February 2020, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced one new test along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New Tests Launched in August - Insights
In August 2019, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced four new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
Candida Auris: Dr. Nancy Wengenack - Insights
Nancy Wengenack, Ph.D., director of the Mycology and Microbacteriology Laboratories in Mayo Clinic’s Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast this week. In this episode, Dr. Wengenack and...
Viruses and Variants: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his weekly leadership update with Bobbi...
Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Panel [Test in Focus] - Insights
Rondell P. Graham, M.B.B.S., gives an overview of this test available through Mayo Clinic Laboratories. He discusses when this testing should be ordered, how this testing improves upon previous testing approaches, what clinical action can...
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.
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...
Week in Review: January 20 - Insights
Topic highlights include: Phoenix Children’s opens specialty clinic at Avondale campus, Moderna says RSV vaccine is effective in older adults, WHO questions severity of XBB.1.5 COVID subvariant as U.S. cases rise
Week in Review: February 24 - Insights
Today's Highlights Include: Ozempic running low for diabetes patients as weight-loss use surges, and Rochester public schools gets $1.9M for mental health scholarships.
Elitza Theel, Ph.D., Director of the Infectious Diseases Serology Laboratory, discusses eastern equine encephalitis virus, which is spread via mosquito bite.
A Development Framework for Emerging and New Leaders - Insights
Amy Seegmiller-Renner, Education Coordinator and Assistant Professor in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, discusses a development framework for emerging and new leaders.
Respiratory illness updates and health care economics - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., interim chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology...
Fergus Couch, Ph.D., Awarded Breast Cancer Research Foundation Grant - Insights
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation has awarded a research grant to Fergus Couch, Ph.D., for his research proposal, “Inherited Genetic Risk Factors for Breast Cancer.” Dr. Couch will receive $250,000 to use toward his research efforts...
Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., discusses COVID-19 testing in Wired - Insights
Dr. Binnicker weighed in on the impact of false positive test results, as well as testing's role in a larger strategy to control the virus.
Bobbi Pritt, M.D., answers questions about COVID-19 testing in AAMC News - Insights
Dr. Pritt joins a group of testing experts to sort through the information and help clear up confusion about COVID-19 testing.
Robin Patel, M.D., weighs in on joint infection testing in genomeweb - Insights
Dr. Patel, director of Mayo Clinic's Infectious Diseases Research Laboratory, discussed the future of testing for joint and bone infections.
1889: Rochester's First Operating Room #ThrowbackThursday - Insights
When Saint Marys Hospital opened on September 30, 1889, it included the city’s first operating room that wasn’t also someone’s bedroom or office.
Cases with Dr. Keeney: Case #3 - Insights
This case presents an unusual colon polyp on an asymptomatic early 70 year-old male. At the time of screening colonoscopy, two small left colon polyps were noted and excised. What is the diagnosis?
2020 COVID-19 Recap: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his weekly leadership update. In this...
COVID-19, Moving Forward: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his weekly leadership update with Bobbi...
Debunking mask myths: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his weekly leadership update. In this...
Masks and COVID-19 prevention: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his weekly leadership update. In this...
At-Home COVID-19 Tests: Dr. Brad Karon - Insights
This week on the podcast, Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., chair of Mayo Clinic’s Division of Clinical Core Laboratory Services, joins "Answers From the Lab" with Bobbi Pritt, M.D. and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D. This episode focuses on at-home...
Holiday Safety and COVID-19: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
This week on "Answers From the Lab," William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for his...
TPMT Testing in Treatment of Inflammatory Bowel Disease [Test in Focus] - Insights
Detection of individuals with low thiopurine methyltransferase (TPMT) activity who are at risk for excessive myelosuppression or severe hematopoietic toxicity when taking thiopurine drugs.
New tests launched in August - Insights
In August 2021, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced three new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
In April 2021, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced two new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
New tests launched in February - Insights
In February 2021, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced three new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
Week in Review: March 17 - Insights
Today's Highlights Include: Rochester public schools receives grant to support youth mental health, and FDA releases new regs intended to help detect breast cancer sooner.
Dr. Matt Binnicker sheds light on new Arcturus COVID-19 variant - Insights
Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., director of Mayo Clinic’s Clinical Virology Laboratory, provides insight on the newest COVID-19 subvariant – XBB.1.16, also known as “Arcturus.”
Updated authentication for Mayo Clinic Laboratories - Insights
On Saturday, March 13 at 6 p.m. CT, Mayo Clinic Laboratories will be migrating to the authentication service used across Mayo Clinic.
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., considers the future of diagnostics - Insights
Dr. Morice talks about what lies ahead for laboratory medicine and how the opportunities and challenges in the field are intertwined.
Advancements in Autoimmune Neurology: Dr. Andrew McKeon - Insights
Andrew McKeon, M.B., B.Ch., M.D., an expert in neuroimmunology, joins the "Answers From the Lab" podcast for a conversation with Bobbi Pritt, M.D. In this episode, Dr. McKeon and Dr. Pritt discuss how Mayo Clinic is pioneering advancements...
Elevating Your Customer Service - Insights
In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, is joined by colleagues Ellen Dijkman Dulkes and Brianne Newton. They discuss strategies...
Roles, Goals, and Communication: Launching an Outreach Program - Insights
In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, is joined by colleagues Ellen Dijkman Dulkes and Brianne Newton to discuss building an...
Why laboratory professionals should embrace the spotlight during Lab Week - Insights
On this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager, returns with outreach solutions strategists Ellen Dijkman Dulkes and Brianne Newton to chat about National Medical...