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COVID-19 and Avian Flu: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - June 27, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss the summertime activity of COVID-19 and the latest u...

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Myasthenia Gravis: The Role of Apheresis

Lab Medicine Rounds - June 21, 2024 05:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
This month’s episode of Lab Medicine Rounds, Justin Kreuter, M.D., interviews Jeffrey Winters, M.D., the medical director of the Therapeutic Apheresis Treatment Unit at Mayo Clinic for Myasthenia Gravis awareness month.

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The Platform Transformation of Healthcare: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - June 13, 2024 07:00 - 13 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss the platform business model and how it’s being used ...

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Updates Streamline Autoimmune Neurology Testing: Anastasia Zekeridou, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - June 11, 2024 06:00 - 16 minutes
Anastasia Zekeridou, M.D., Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' updated panels and methodology boost the accuracy and efficiency of testing for three autoimmune neurology biomarkers. Early diagnosis is key to managing debilitating conditions associated with these antibodies. (...

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The Science Behind Scleroderma

Lab Medicine Rounds - June 07, 2024 05:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this episode of #LabMedicineRounds, Justin Kreuter, M.D., interviews Ashima Makol, M.B.B.S., for National Scleroderma Awareness Month, including a discussion about lab medicine's important role in diagnosis.    Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:53 Why is it important for healthcare professio...

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Infectious Diseases on the Move: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - June 06, 2024 06:00 - 15 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss why measles remains a virus of concern, how avian fl...

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Tests Aid Diagnosis of Cancer-Associated Neurological Disorders: Divyanshu Dubey, M.B.B.S.

Answers from the Lab - June 04, 2024 06:00 - 14 minutes
Divyanshu Dubey, M.B.B.S., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' unique PDE10A and TRIM46 assays facilitate care for central nervous system disorders triggered by cancer. Early diagnosis and treatment are important for managing disabling neurological symptoms and malignancy. (00:32)  ...

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Get to Know DLMP’s Vice Chair of Research: Peter Lucas, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 30, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by Peter Lucas, M.D., Ph.D., vice chair of Research for the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology (DLMP) at Mayo Clinic.  Their discussi...

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Avian Flu Outbreaks and New COVID-19 Variants: Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 23, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., professor of laboratory medicine and pathology and clinical virologist at Mayo Clinic. They discuss the widespread out...

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Enhanced Solid Tumor NGS Panel Broadens Genetic-Variants Detection: Robert Jenkins, M.D., Ph.D., Stephanie Smoley, CG(ASCP), and Beth Pitel, M.S.

Answers from the Lab - May 21, 2024 06:00 - 14 minutes
Robert Jenkins, M.D., Ph.D., Stephanie Smoley, CG(ASCP), and Beth Pitel, M.S., explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' augmented MayoComplete Solid Tumor Panel better profiles tumor genetics. Defining tumor pathogenesis can guide targeted cancer therapy.  (00:31)  Can you tell us a littl...

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Breathing Easier: Immunotherapies for Asthma and Allergy

Lab Medicine Rounds - May 17, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., interviews Douglas McMahon, M.D., from the Allergy and Asthma Center of Minnesota, to discuss how the lab supports asthma and allergy medical practice. 

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New Panels Help Find Cause of Rapidly Progressive Dementia: Gregory (Gregg) Day, M.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 14, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes
Rapidly progressive dementia covers many conditions, including Creutzfeldt-Jacob disease (CJD). Gregory (Gregg) Day, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new evaluations help identify the cause of rapidly progressive dementia, to guide prognosis and treatment decisions. Show no...

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Get to Know the DLMP Chair: Eric Hsi, M.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 09, 2024 06:00 - 12 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by Eric Hsi, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic.  Their discussion includes: Dr. Hsi’s experience ...

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Oral fluid offers an alternative specimen for controlled substance monitoring: Paul Jannetto, Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 07, 2024 06:00 - 7 minutes
Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., explains the advantages that Mayo Clinic Laboratories' oral fluid drug screening offers over typical urine tests. Oral samples are easier to collect and harder to adulterate. (00:32)  Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your background?   (01:46)  Ca...

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Lab Excellence: Spotlight on Laboratory Professionals

Lab Medicine Rounds - May 03, 2024 05:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., interviews Eric Hsi, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, about the lab’s important role in healthcare. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:42 Importance o...

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FDA Issues Final Rule to Regulate LDTs: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 02, 2024 17:01 - 18 minutes
In this special episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss the final rule issued by the U.S. Food and D...

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The Growing Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance: Robin Patel, M.D.

Answers from the Lab - May 02, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by Robin Patel, M.D.,director of the Infectious Diseases Research Laboratory and co-director of the Bacteriology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic. They di...

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Assay provides quick diagnosis of VEXAS syndrome: David S. Viswanatha, M.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 30, 2024 06:00 - 14 minutes
David S. Viswanatha, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new assay provides rapid, definitive diagnosis of VEXAS, a recently identified syndrome affecting older men. Early diagnosis is key to managing the condition, which severely impacts multiple organs and blood. (00:31)  Co...

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Testing Innovations: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 25, 2024 06:00 - 11 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss testing innovations for Alzheimer’s disease and cogn...

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Assay identifies patients eligible for new ovarian cancer drug: Maryam Shahi, M.D

Answers from the Lab - April 23, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes
Maryam Shahi, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' unique biomarker test (TEST ID: AFOLR) determines which patients would likely benefit from a new treatment for recurrent epithelial ovarian cancer. Disease recurrence is common, and about one-third of patients respond to the new...

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Exploring the Lab's Vital Role in Healthcare

Lab Medicine Rounds - April 19, 2024 05:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with Chancey Christenson, M.D., about the lab's important role in healthcare.   Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 01:00 Why is it important to highlight the extensive presence of the laboratory in current medical practice?...

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Lab Week and Noteworthy News: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 18, 2024 06:00 - 11 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss current events including Medical Laboratory Professi...

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Assay monitors response to monoclonal antibody therapy: Maria Alice Willrich, Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 16, 2024 06:00 - 9 minutes
Maria Alice Willrich, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new assay provides therapeutic drug monitoring of risankizumab, or RISA. Test results help guide care for patients with plaque psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and Crohn's disease. (00:32)  Do you mind giving the audien...

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Tick Season Outlook: Elitza Theel, Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 11, 2024 06:00 - 17 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by Elitza Theel, Ph.D., director of the Infectious Diseases Serology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, to discuss tick-borne diseases and the latest testi...

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Noninvasive plasma biomarker testing provides faster answers: Alicia Algeciras-Schimnich, Ph.D. 

Answers from the Lab - April 09, 2024 06:00 - 17 minutes
Alicia Algeciras-Schimnich, Ph.D., discusses how Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ new noninvasive blood test for Alzheimer’s disease identifies the p-tau217 biomarker, which is associated with the accumulation of amyloid beta in the brain. Positive test results can facilitate access to disease...

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Drawing the Line: The Rationale Behind Blood Tube Collection Order

Lab Medicine Rounds - April 05, 2024 05:00 - 20 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with Brooke Katzman, Ph.D., to discuss the blood tube collection order. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 0:41 Rational of blood tube order 3:15 Direct and indirect contamination 4:58 Draw order 8:11 Serum vs. Plasma 10:...

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Dengue Outbreaks and Advancements in Colon Cancer Screening: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 04, 2024 18:00 - 11 minutes
In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss current events including dengue outbreaks, new colon...

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Assay identifies rare tick-borne bacteria: Bobbi Pritt, M.D.

Answers from the Lab - April 02, 2024 06:00 - 8 minutes
Bobbi Pritt, M.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new assay identifies less-common tick-borne bacteria in whole blood. The assay is recommended when tick-borne bacterial infection is suspected but standard testing is unrevealing. (00:33)  Do you mind giving us a brief introduct...

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Why Measles Is on the Rise: Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D.

Answers from the Lab - March 28, 2024 06:00 - 15 minutes
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a recent health advisory in response to the increasing number of measles outbreaks in the United States. In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo...

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Targeted panel boosts accuracy of hereditary pancreatitis testing: Experts: Linda Hasadsri, M.D., Ph.D., and Huong T. Cabral, M.S., C.G.C.

Answers from the Lab - March 26, 2024 06:00 - 10 minutes
Linda Hasadsri, M.D., Ph.D., and Huong T. Cabral, M.S., C.G.C., explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' targeted test panel facilitates accurate diagnosis of hereditary pancreatitis, which heightens the risk for pancreatic cancer. Test results can guide cancer monitoring for patients and ...