MASTERMIND: A Smarter Search for Microbial Diagnostics - Insights
In the war against microbes, human beings are vastly outnumbered—and losing the weapons race.
Platelet Transmission Electron Microscopy and Flow Cytometry - Insights
In this "Hot Topic," Dong Chen, M.D., Ph.D., describes how flow cytometry, electron micrographic study, and molecular testing are used to diagnose platelet function disorders.
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
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,...
Antibody Prevalence in Epilepsy and Encephalopathy (APE2) Score - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Divyanshu Dubey, M.B.B.S., discusses how patients with encephalopathy and/or epilepsy of unknown etiology may have an autoimmune or paraneoplastic cause.
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
IGHV and TP53 Sequencing: Clinical Utility in Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL) - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Curtis Hanson, M.D., will discuss the use of laboratory-based prognostic markers in patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). He will also highlight the importance of molecular analyses for IGHV and TP53...
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...
Neurogenetic Testing - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
We offer comprehensive neurogenetic testing, backed by a multidisciplinary team of clinical neurology experts, laboratory scientists, and genetic counselors, to provide the highest standard for mutation detection and depth of coverage.
Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ full suite of pediatric hematologic testing equips pediatric hematologists with comprehensive answers to diagnose and direct care.
Mayo Clinic MASSFIX - Insights
Learn more about matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionization-time of flight mass spectrometry and the identification of plasma cell disorders.
Genetics - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Our genetic testing was developed by experienced geneticists, genetic counselors, laboratory scientists, and bioinformaticians. We focus on providing easy to understand answers, interpreted by those same individuals who have an intimate...
Oncology Testing - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Our comprehensive test menu includes testing to aid in providing both diagnostic and prognostic information and aid in the treatment selection across the full spectrum of malignancies.
Autoimmune Movement Disorders - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Our phenotype specific testing for autoimmune movement disorders contain clinically relevant antibodies providing accurate answers for treatment guidance.
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...
Mayo Clinic Laboratories is one of the few laboratories in the country to offer two special sequencing-based tests for bacteria in its catalog. The first test is designed to help protect patients by investigating potential outbreaks of a...
Pathways Case Studies: April 2022 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for April include the following sub-specialties: Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology,...
Specimen Collection and Preparation Guide
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Understanding the difference between benign and malignant adrenal tumors has alway been difficult; this new assay will assist with this medical challenge.
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
Phlebotomy Top Gun: Safe Handling of Laboratory Specimens During the COVID-19 Pandemic - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Brad Karon, M.D., Ph.D., addresses the safe handling of laboratory specimens submitted during the COVID-19 pandemic through his yearly Phlebotomy Top Gun presentation based on the previous year’s Phlebotomy...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium - Insights
The 24th International Surgical Pathology Symposium addresses common and uncommon diagnostic dilemmas encountered within surgical pathology practice. Prior to the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to review clinical...
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.
Applying the Staffing-to-Workload Methodology: Same-Day Testing Staffing Model - Insights
Mike Baisch, Principal Systems Engineer at Mayo Clinic, discusses how to apply the staffing-to-workload methodology to accommodate same-day testing requirements.
Neuro-oncology informative cases - Insights
Clinical studies at the Mayo Clinic have shown that this broad, but tumor-specific, genetic analysis has significant, and sometimes unexpected, clinical impact. The following case studies highlight the importance and clinical utility of...
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.
Personal journey shapes unique perspective: Linda Hasadsri, M.D., Ph.D. - Insights
Dr. Linda Hasadsri’s firsthand encounter with the genetic tests she’s helped develop has provided rare insight into testing quality and implications, enhancing their ability to advocate for the value of testing and infusing their work with...
Performed on cerebrospinal fluid, Mayo Clinic’s RT-QuIC prion test can distinguish prion disease from other types of rapidly progressive dementias to enhance patient care.
Forging ahead after years of hardship: Anya Magnuson - Insights
At just 24-years-old Anya Magnuson has survived not just one but two close encounters with death. Focused, determined, and intent on experiencing life to its fullest, Anya never gave up. Nor did the multidisciplinary Mayo Clinic care team...
Lyme Neuroborreliosis - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Elitza Theel, Ph.D., will discuss diagnostic testing options for patients with suspected neuroinvasive Lyme disease or Lyme neuroborreliosis.
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.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Biomarker and companion diagnostic testing - Insights
Browse our suite of diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic, quantitative and semi-quantitative immunohistochemical stains with interpretation.
Find out how our suite of MayoComplete next-generation sequencing panels puts patients on the right treatment path.
Dengue Virus: A Diagnostic Testing Update - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Elitza Theel, Ph.D., talks about Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ serologic and molecular testing for the identification of infection with dengue virus. Dengue virus poses a significant public health threat worldwide....
Pathways Case Studies: July 2022 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for July include the following sub-specialties: Gastroenterology Pathology,...
Autoimmune Encephalopathy Testing - Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Our phenotype specific testing for autoimmune encephalopathy contains only clinically relevant antibodies providing accurate answers for treatment guidance.