Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: Jan. 8 - Insights
This week’s Research Roundup highlights how cardiac troponin is released from injured myocardium.
The Power of Discovery: Mayo Clinic Laboratories Autoimmune Neurology Service - Insights
Autoimmune neurological disorders can often be treated, sometimes with full restoration of function. However, because the symptoms mimic other conditions, autoimmune neurological disorders are frequently misdiagnosed, resulting in an...
Leading a revolution in freight management for hospitals - Insights
A conversation with Matt Wood, director of Supply Chain Solutions developed by Mayo Clinic, about a little-known program available to help hospitals and other organizations greatly reduce their freight expenses.
Pat Hlavka, CSP, Safety Coordinator at Mayo Clinic, chatted with Shayne Brannman, Director of ASPR-TRACIE, and her team regarding clinical laboratories and how they plan for and respond to disasters. View this post for great resources that...
Pathways Case Studies: August 2023 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for August include the following sub-specialties: Bone and Soft Tissue Pathology,...
Familial Variant Targeted Testing (FMTT) - Insights
In this month's "Hot Topic," Megan Hoenig, M.S., M.P.H., CGC, a licensed and certified genetic counselor with the Division of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, describes the principles and benefits of Familial...
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Robin Patel, M.D., discusses the FilmArray meningitis/encephalitis (ME) panel, describing the panel, her experience with it, and an algorithm for its use.
Tick Dragging with Bobbi Pritt, M.D. - Insights
On a recent tick drag with Minnesota Department of Health researchers, 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...
Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia (HIT) and the Role of Serotonin Release Assay (SRA) - Insights
In this month's "Hot Topic," Rajiv Pruthi, M.B.B.S., discusses heparin induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), approach diagnosis, and the role of the functional serotonin release assay (SRA).
Thankful for Tygh: The Derossett Family - Insights
A Mayo Clinic Laboratories newborn screening panel detects a rare disease and paves the way for life-sustaining treatment.
Compassionate, knowledgeable death care brings Mayo Clinic's mission full circle - Insights
The Office of Decedent Affairs plays a key role in Mayo Clinic’s mission as its staff guide families through the logistics and complexities of a loved one’s death with skill and empathy.
July 2023 - Breast Pathology Case 1 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides an Anatomic Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Breast Pathology.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: April 17 - Insights
This week’s Research Roundup highlights autologous mesenchymal stem cells, applied in a bioabsorbable matrix, for treatment of perianal fistulas in patients with Crohn's disease.
Week in Review: October 18 - Insights
Top highlights include: scientists continue to investigate mysterious vaping illnesses, a possible vaccine for breast cancer could be available in less than a decade, and determining if patients are sick from the flu or from vaping.
The Mayos and Their Motorcars #ThrowbackThursday - Insights
Electric or gas-powered? It’s a question that drivers ponder as they weigh options for what kind of car to purchase. Charles Mayo, M.D., wrestled with a similar issue at the dawn of the 20th century. Moreover, Dr. Charlie had to consider...
December 2022 - Transfusion Medicine - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides a Clinical Pathology case that includes a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. This case sub-specialty is Transfusion Medicine.
MCL-24 Hour Urine Collection Brochure WEB-only version (Replaces MC1235-86 MC1235-86W) - MC5424-23
MCL-24 Hour Urine Collection Brochure WEB-only version (Replaces MC1235-86 MC1235-86W) - 24 Hour Urine Collection Instructions read material start urine collection Collect urine
Detection of (1→3)-𝝱-D-glucan as a Marker of Invasive Fungal Disease - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Elitza Theel, Ph.D., will discuss the detection of (1→3)-β-D-glucan (BDG) in serum as a biomarker for the presence of invasive fungal infections.
Uptick in Vector-Borne Illnesses in U.S. and What It Means to You - Insights
Illnesses caused by disease-infected ticks, mosquitoes, and fleas have tripled in the U.S. in recent years, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Lyme disease is the most common illness attributed to...
Week in Review: October 11 - Insights
Top highlights include: Discussions around flu season, teen vaping, spotting signs of cognitive impairment, and DNA tests.
Mayo Clinic Research Advances Diagnostics to Lead COVID-19 Pandemic Response - Insights
When COVID-19 spread across the U.S. in early March, Mayo Clinic’s Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory urgently responded.
Seeking a Regenerative Therapy for Chronic Dry Mouth - Insights
Mayo Clinic researchers are seeking a regenerative therapy for a vexing problem, particularly among cancer patients. How can medical providers treat a condition in which the mouth is so parched that it has an incessant feeling of a cotton...
At just 3 years old, Reid Gleeson's passion is quite unique. He loves all things garbage. Mayo staff recently pulled some strings so Reid could get an insider's look at the world of garbage.
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Multiple Sclerosis Profile Updates - Insights
Maria Alice Willrich, Ph.D., explains kappa free light chain testing — Mayo Clinic Laboratories' data-driven approach to diagnose multiple sclerosis. The automated assay is more sensitive, cost-effective, and faster than traditional...
With the rise of next generation sequencing (NGS) technology, multigene panel testing is expanding so rapidly that clinical practice is racing to keep pace. And questions within genetic tests have expanded along with it, making definitive...
Pathways Case Studies: October 2022 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for October include the following sub-specialties: Cardiovascular Pathology,...
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© Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER). All rights reserved. 03/2023 Newborn screen result: Elevated methionine Order: ■ AAQP / Amino Acids, Quantitative, Plasma ■ HCYSP / Homocysteine, Total, Plasma Consistent with...
William Morice, II, M.D., Ph.D., Featured on ESPN Radio - Insights
Dr. Morice, chair of Mayo Clinic’s Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discusses the latest COVID-19 testing and the upcoming sports season.
When the pandemic began, Mayo Clinic and its partners across the state worked tirelessly to ramp up testing, investigate treatment, and explore vaccine development.
Preparation of Platelet-Poor Plasma for Special Coagulation Testing - Insights
In this months "Hot Topic," Christopher Desens, MLS(ASCP) discusses the preparation of platelet-poor plasma for coagulation testing.
In this month's "Hot Topic," Robin Patel, M.D., discusses how the use of multiplex tests may reduce the turnaround time for identifying the cause of bloodstream infections, and how this might impact antibiotic stewardship and patient...
Yuma Regional Medical Center: Changing perceptions and powering growth - Insights
Looking to elevate laboratory operations, Yuma Regional’s hospital directors established a leadership model that pairs medical and administrative leaders, resulting in a changed perception of the laboratory’s ability to drive profitability...
In this month's "Hot Topic," Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., identifies how to determine new vs. residual use of marijuana in a patient, and teaches how to calculate the carboxy-tetrahydrocannabinol (carboxy-THC) to creatinine ratio along with a...
Ingenuity, collaboration, and expertise create a game-changing COVID-19 test swab - Insights
A massive effort culminated in Mayo Clinic designing, testing and mass-manufacturing a 3D-printed mid-turbinate swab for COVID-19 testing.
Cross-laboratory collaboration accelerates gold-standard SRA testing - Insights
Utilizing testing capabilities of two separate laboratory facilities, Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new serotonin release assay (SRA) is a gold-standard test supported by decades of clinical hematopathologic experience and advanced mass...
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Take a deeper look at the care provided to laboratory testing specimens along their meticulous journey through Mayo Clinic Laboratories testing.
February 2023 - Endocrine 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 Endocrine Pathology.
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP) - Insights
Divyanshu (Div) Dubey, M.B.B.S., describes Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new diagnostic test for CIDP, or chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. The new test detects two antibodies — NF155 and CNTN1 — to enhance diagnosis and guide...
Protimes, Clotting, and Fibrin-Oh My: A Reflection on Hemostasis - Insights
Reilly Hannon, a student in the Mayo Clinic Medical Laboratory Science program, reflects on her course in hemostasis.
New Eligibility Guidelines for Blood Donors with Previous Cancer Diagnoses - Insights
To coincide with American Red Cross recommendations, the Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Program has redefined eligibility guidelines for donors who have had a history of previous cancer diagnoses.
Robin Patel, M.D., Featured on Antimicrobial Resistance Panel on Capitol Hill - Insights
Leading the charge to help educate and find solutions to the antimicrobial resistance crisis is Robin Patel, M.D., as she recently served on a congressional briefing panel.
Nicholas Boire, M.D., featured in his alma mater's alumni magazine - Insights
As an anatomical and clinical pathology resident, Dr Boire was part of a team of Mayo pathologists who performed some of the early autopsies on COVID-19 patients.
On the April 22 broadcast of Mayo Clinic Radio, co-hosts Tracy McCray and Tom Shives, M.D., spoke with Bobbi Pritt, M.D., Director of the Clinical Parasitology Laboratory, about an update on Lyme disease predictions for 2017.
William Morice, II, M.D., Ph.D., Discusses Leadership Challenges for Laboratory Medicine - Insights
William Morice, II, M.D., Ph.D., Chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, and President of Mayo Medical Laboratories, recently presented "Leadership Challenges for Laboratory Medicine" at the...
Pathways Case Studies: July 2023 - 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: Breast Pathology, Cytopathology &...
Pathways Case Studies: March 2021 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for March include the following sub-specialties: Pulmonary Pathology, Cardiovascular...
Pathways Case Studies: February 2021 - Insights
This "Pathways" program provides Anatomic and Clinical Pathology cases that include a history, potential answers, rationale, and relevant references. Cases for February include the following sub-specialties: Neuropathology,...
Infective Endocarditis - Insights
In this month’s “Hot Topic,” Robin Patel, M.D., will review the laboratory methods used to diagnose infectious endocarditis. Specifically, she’ll discuss the role of blood cultures, nucleic acid amplification tests, histopathology, and...