testing_algorithm_for_the_screening_and_diagnosis_of_hepatitis_c.pdf
© Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. 02/2022 Hepatitis C: Testing Algorithm for Screening and Diagnosis HCVQN / Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) RNA Detection and Quantification by Real-Time Reverse...
Gadolinium-based contrast agents (GBCAs) have revolutionized MRIs by increasing the clinical utility and detection sensitivity of these exams. GBCAs also contain gadolinium, a rare earth metal with unique chemical properties. This article...
Testing for Streptococcus pneumoniae Antibodies - Insights
In this month's "Hot Topic," Melissa Snyder, Ph.D., identifies the clinical application of testing for Streptococcus pneumoniae polysaccharide antibodies and describes the tests available for measuring these antibodies.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Critical Values / Critical Results List
Mayo Clinic Laboratories Critical Values / Critical Results List DEFINITION A Critical Value / Critical Result is defined as: A value/result that represents a pathophysiological state at such variance with normal (expected values) as...
COVID-19 weekly news: April 4-10 2022 - Insights
Topic's Include: Testing wastewater for COVID-19: The clearest path to understanding community infection, and the latest advice about COVID-19 boosters.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research roundup: December 28 - Insights
This week’s research roundup features: Risk of late-onset breast cancer in genetically predisposed women.
helicobacter_pylori_diagnostic_algorithm.pdf
≥60 years old; OR Alarming signs and symptoms: ■ Family history of proximal gastrointestinal cancer ■ Previous malignancy of the esophagus or stomach ■ Unexplained iron-deficiency anemia ■ Palpable mass or lymphadenopathy ■ Melena ■...
What's New in Health Care Reform: Jan. 16 - Insights
Top highlights include: Up to 84,000 Americans hospitalized with flu in past three months, scientists seek real way to measure, severe flu raises risk of birth problems for pregnant women, babies, deep sleep linked to early Alzheimer's...
FDA-approved test expands options for Alzheimer's disease - Insights
Joshua Bornhorst, Ph.D., describes the new, FDA-approved Alzheimer's disease (AD) test and how it differs from Mayo Clinic Laboratories' existing AD evaluation. The laboratory will offer both tests, to ensure flexibility and options for...
Hepatocellular carcinoma - Insights
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the third leading cause of death from cancer in the world. While HCC can be effectively treated in its early stages, most patients are not diagnosed until they are symptomatic and at higher grades and...