STFRP - Overview: Shiga Toxin, Molecular Detection, PCR, Feces
Sensitive, specific, and rapid detection of the presence of Shiga toxin-producing organisms such as Escherichia coli O157:H7 and Shigella dysenteriae type 1 in stool This test is not recommended as a test of cure.
SCTF - Overview: Sex Chromosome Determination, FISH, Tissue
Identifying the sex chromosome complement in paraffin-embedded tissues
MBLF - Overview: Mannan Binding Lectin Complement Pathway, Functional, Serum
Investigating recurrent meningococcal disease in young children Investigating recurrent or severe infections in adults Investigating glomerular kidney diseases Additionally, deficiencies or dysregulation within the complement system may...
MGMT - Overview: MGMT Promoter Methylation, Tumor
Prognostication of newly diagnosed patients with glioblastoma, IDH-wildtype Identifying newly diagnosed glioblastoma, IDH-wildtype patients that may respond to alkylating chemotherapy (ie, temozolomide) Guiding therapy decision making for...
QMPTS - Overview: Monoclonal Protein Isotype, Quantitative, Serum
Aiding in the diagnosis and monitoring of monoclonal gammopathies if used in conjunction with free light chain studies This test alone is not considered an adequate screen for monoclonal gammopathies.
MTDNX - Overview: Methadone Confirmation, Chain of Custody, Random, Urine
Monitoring for compliance of methadone treatment for analgesia or drug rehabilitation Assessing compliance with rehabilitation programs Chain of custody is required whenever the results of testing could be used in a court of law. Its...
ML1HM - Overview: MLH1 Hypermethylation Analysis, Tumor
An adjunct to TMSI / Microsatellite Instability, Tumor and IHC / Mismatch Repair (MMR) Protein Immunohistochemistry Only, Tumor when colon or endometrial tumor demonstrates microsatellite instability (MSI-H) and loss of MLH1 protein...
STSH - Overview: Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone-Sensitive (s-TSH), Serum
Screening for thyroid dysfunction and detecting mild (subclinical), as well as overt, primary hypo- or hyperthyroidism in ambulatory patients Monitoring patients on thyroid replacement therapy Confirmation of thyrotropin (TSH, formerly...
TGOGF - Overview: TGFBR3 (1p22), OGA (10q24) Rearrangement, FISH, Tissue
Supporting the diagnosis of pleomorphic hyalinizing angiectatic tumor, or hemosiderotic fibrolipomatous tumors associated with rearrangement of the OGA and/or TGFBR3 gene when used in conjunction with an anatomic pathology consultation
TOSU - Overview: Targeted Opioid Screen, Random, Urine
Determining compliance or identifying illicit opioid drug use using urine specimens This test is not intended for employment-related testing.
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: July 16 - Insights
Research Roundup highlights how senolytics improve physical function and increase lifespan in old age....
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and pathology research roundup: August 8 - Insights
This week's research roundup feature: Age-based versus young-adult thresholds for nephrosclerosis on kidney biopsy and prognostic implications for CKD....
Mayo Clinic Laboratory and Pathology Research Roundup: May 14 - Insights
This week’s Research Roundup highlights potential genetic modifiers of disease risk and age at onset in patients with frontotemporal lobar degeneration and GRN mutations....
From Pediatrics to Geriatrics [Pediatric Phlebotomy] - Insights
presentation from the live 2017 Phlebotomy Conference, will focus on the challenges associated with age-related collections, dealing specifically with both the pediatric and geriatric patient....
Week in Review: April 8 - Insights
Today's Highlights Include: 5 reasons to consider becoming an organ donor, why so many women in middle age are on antidepressants, and should you get a second COVID-19 vaccine booster?...