Identification of Heparin Induced Thrombocytopenia
Heparin is a commonly-used anticoagulant that is given to patients to prevent the formation of blood clots used in the setting of certain medical condition or medical procedures.
Read MoreAssessing Platelet Refractoriness and the Appropriate Use of HLA Testing
Platelet transfusions have become a mainstay of treatment that are invaluable in the management of patients with hematologic and oncologic disorders.
Read MoreOptimal Utilization of Thromboelastrography (TEG)
Thromboelastography (TEG) was first described by Dr. Hartert in Germany almost 60 years ago. However, it came to clinical practice almost 25 years following its discovery.
Read MoreA Brief Introduction to Clinical Application of Liquid Biopsy
What is liquid biopsy? It's a test done on circulating tumor cells or shed fragments of tumor DNA from a sample of blood to determine the genomics or molecular portrait of a tumor.
Read MoreNew Rapid Diagnostic Testing for Bloodstream Infections….Coming soon for UC Davis Health System
Bloodstream infections are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the U.S. The timely identification of blood borne pathogens and the selection of antimicrobial therapy can improve clinical outcomes.
Read MoreFungal 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 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.
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