SAU - Overview: Sialic Acid, Free and Total, Random, Urine
Screening for sialic acid disorders
3MT - Overview: 3-Methoxytyramine, 24 Hour, Urine
A first- and second-tier screening test for the presumptive diagnosis of catecholamine-secreting pheochromocytomas and paragangliomas Testing in conjunction or as an alternative to plasma metanephrines (PMET / Metanephrines, Fractionated,...
RAVMP - Overview: Ravulizumab Monitoring Panel, Serum
Monitoring of complement blockage by ravulizumab Assessing the response to ravulizumab therapy Assessing the need for dose escalation Evaluating the potential for dose deescalation or discontinuation of therapy in remission...
TTRX - Overview: Amyloidosis, Transthyretin-Associated Familial, Reflex, Blood
Diagnosis of adult individuals suspected of having transthyretin-associated familial amyloidosis
VZIKM - Overview: Zika Virus, IgM Antibody Capture ELISA, Serum
Screening for the presence of IgM-class antibodies to Zika virus This test is not intended for medical-legal use. This test is not recommended for asymptomatic couples attempting conception.
Evaluation of pediatric bone marrow and peripheral blood specimens by fluorescence in situ hybridization probe analysis for classic rearrangements and chromosomal copy number changes associated with B-cell acute lymphoblastic...
RAVU - Overview: Ravulizumab, Serum
Assessing the response to ravulizumab therapy Assessing the need for dose escalation Evaluating the potential for dose deescalation or discontinuation of therapy in remission states Monitoring patients who need to be above a certain...
Detection of high-risk (HR) genotypes associated with the development of cervical cancer An aid in triaging women with abnormal Pap smear test results Individual genotyping of human papillomavirus (HPV)-16 and/or HPV-18, if present This...
DGGL - Overview: Gliadin (Deamidated) Antibody, IgG, Serum
Assessment of deaminated gliadin IgG antibodies for evaluating patients suspected of having celiac disease, including patients with compatible clinical symptoms, patients with atypical symptoms, and individuals at increased risk (family...
SPBX - Overview: Epidermal Nerve Fiber Density Consultation, Varies
Investigating polyneuropathies
Information: Interpreting Laboratory Tests to Determine New vs. Residual Use of Marijuana - Insights
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)...
COVID-19: At-home sample collection vs. at-home testing - Insights
for COVID-19 sounds straightforward. But there's nuance to it that's important to understand. Right now, an at-home test for COVID-19 is not available, although there may be one coming soon. But in some...
Mayo Now Has Two Ninjas in the House - Insights
Candace Granberg, M.D., has a lot of titles, including surgeon, wife, mom, and volunteer. Now, she can add another: ninja warrior. The pediatric urologist is the second Mayo staff member chosen to participate...
The State of COVID-19 Now: Dr. Bill Morice - Insights
M.D. This week, Dr. Morice and Dr. Pritt step back and look at where the COVID-19 pandemic stands now, and they consider the potential effects that the omicron variant, expanded testing availability, and...
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