Fungal Blood Cultures: When should they be ordered?
In every patient with a suspected infection, the prompt detection and identification of the organism is of utmost importance.
Read MorePreparing for The Pathology Digital Revolution: Implementation of Whole Slide Imaging
Recent advances in technology have increased interest in using whole slide imaging (WSI) for patient care.
Read MoreFNA: Ask for a ROSE
Successful pathologic diagnosis after an image-guided fine needle aspiration depends on several factors including nature of the lesion, skill of the aspirator, and availability of rapid on-site evaluation.
Read MoreThe Pre-Operative Type and Screen: Why Timing is Everything!
The clinical laboratory is one of the most highly regulated services in the hospital, and transfusion services is one of the most highly regulated areas in the lab!
Read MoreLactate Testing: Not So Simple After All?
Lactate testing plays a critical role in sepsis management. Previously, a blood lactate level of >4 mmol/L was used to help identify patients with severe sepsis and septic shock.
Read MoreHigh Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin T: Its Finally Here!
On June 18, 2018, UC Davis Health will transition to a “high sensitivity” (hs) cardiac troponin T (cTnT) assay (Roche Diagnostics, Indianapolis, IN).
Read MoreHigh Sensitivity Cardiac Troponin Testing: What is it and why do we care?
Cardiac troponin (cTn) is the preferred biomarker for diagnosing acute myocardial infarction (MI).
Read MoreCurrent State of Prostate Cancer Testing
Prostate cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related mortality among men in the U.S. Early detection and new treatments have been attributed to the excellent five-year survival rate.
Read MoreThyroid Testing Best Practices: Reverse that Order for Reverse T3!
Thyroid testing is one of the most common laboratory tests performed in the clinical chemistry section. The goal of thyroid testing is to evaluate thyroid function and to find what causes certain problems.
Read MoreNext Generation Biomarkers of Heart Failure: Moving Beyond Natriuretic Peptides
Over 5 million people in the United States have heart failure. This number is expected to reach 8 million by 2030.
Read MoreMolecular Group A Streptococcus Testing At The Point-of-Care
The management of group A Streptococcus (GAS) pharyngitis has mainly relied on rapid antigen detection tests (RADT). GAS associated pharyngitis is very common in children and resulting in significant morbidity.
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