Best Mayo Clinic Laboratories Podcasts (2024)

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Breathing Easier: Immunotherapies for Asthma and Allergy 18:56

1h ago18:56

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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.By Mayo Clinic Laboratories

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New Panels Help Find Cause of Rapidly Progressive Dementia: Gregory (Gregg) Day, M.D. 24:17

3m ago24:17

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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 notes Speaker 3: (00:32) Can you provide a little background about…

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Get to Know the DLMP Chair: Eric Hsi, M.D. 12:13

7m ago12:13

12:13

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 in the field of pathology and what he is looking forward to workin…

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Oral fluid offers an alternative specimen for controlled substance monitoring: Paul Jannetto, Ph.D. 7:39

4d ago7:39

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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) Can you please provide an overview of laboratory testing for substance u…

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Lab Excellence: Spotlight on Laboratory Professionals 14:41

15d ago14:41

14:41

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 of labs in current medical practice 02:41 Understanding & apprecia…

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FDA Issues Final Rule to Regulate LDTs: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 18:20

8d ago18:20

18:20

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 Drug Administration (FDA) on April 29, 2024, to make explicit it…

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The Growing Crisis of Antimicrobial Resistance: Robin Patel, M.D. 8:18

11d ago8:18

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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 discuss antimicrobial resistance and why it’s a major global heal…

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Assay provides quick diagnosis of VEXAS syndrome: David S. Viswanatha, M.D. 14:52

6d ago14:52

14:52

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) Could you please provide a little bit about yourself and your backg…

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Advocating for the Laboratory Profession 23:28

7d ago23:28

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In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, speaks with outreach solutions strategists Ellen Dijkman Dulkes and Brianne Newton. Their discussion focuses on advocating for the laboratory, lab careers, and the value of lab testing. Their discussio…

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Testing Innovations: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:14

22d ago11:14

11:14

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 cognitive impairments, and how laboratorians can responsibly help s…

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Assay identifies patients eligible for new ovarian cancer drug: Maryam Shahi, M.D 5:51

21d ago5:51

5:51

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 medication. (00:32) Could you provide us with a little bit of …

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Exploring the Lab's Vital Role in Healthcare 18:07

17d ago18:07

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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? 05:20 What’s the story of how you first came to appreciate the e…

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Lab Week and Noteworthy News: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:08

18d ago11:08

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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 Professionals Week, recent healthcare conferences, advocacy efforts, me…

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Assay monitors response to monoclonal antibody therapy: Maria Alice Willrich, Ph.D. 9:04

1M ago9:04

9:04

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 audience more information about yourself and your background? (01:53) C…

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Tick Season Outlook: Elitza Theel, Ph.D. 17:56

25d ago17:56

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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 testing options. Specific topics of discussion include: The types of…

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Noninvasive plasma biomarker testing provides faster answers: Alicia Algeciras-Schimnich, Ph.D. 17:57

28d ago17:57

17:57

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-modifying therapies. (00:32): Dr. Algeciras, could you just pr…

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Drawing the Line: The Rationale Behind Blood Tube Collection Order 20:13

1M ago20:13

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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 10:23 Testing for specific analytes 12:39 Interferences 14:38 Teachi…

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Dengue Outbreaks and Advancements in Colon Cancer Screening: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:07

1M ago11:07

11:07

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 cancer screening technology, and insurance coverage of innovat…

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Assay identifies rare tick-borne bacteria: Bobbi Pritt, M.D. 8:26

1M ago8:26

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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 introduction of yourself and what you do at Mayo? (01:45) Can you tell us …

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Why Measles Is on the Rise: Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D. 15:52

1M ago15:52

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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 Clinic, is joined by Matthew Binnicker, Ph.D., professor of lab…

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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. 10:24

1M ago10:24

10:24

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 their families. (00:33) Dr. Hasadsri, can you tell the audience…

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Technology Needs and Challenges in the Outreach Lab 22:49

2M ago22:49

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In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, speaks with Dan Nelson, a Mayo Clinic contract employee and laboratory connectivity expert. They discuss the unique needs and challenges that outreach labs face with information technology (IT) systems…

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Industry Updates From the Nation’s Capital: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 13:03

2M ago13:03

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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 important industry updates and legislative insights gathered from Dr. Morice’s recent trip to Washington, D.C. Thei…

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Test identifies Lynch syndrome for targeted cancer monitoring: Wei Shen, Ph.D., and Rhianna Urban, M.S., CGC 18:35

2M ago18:35

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Wei Shen, Ph.D., and Rhianna Urban, M.S., CGC, explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' gene panel establishes a diagnosis of Lynch syndrome, which heightens the risk for several cancers. Test results can guide cancer surveillance for patients and their families. (00:32) Would each of you share a little bit about yourselves and your background? Dr. Sh…

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The Bullet Catch and Other Deadly Illusions! 17:47

2M ago17:47

17:47

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with Reade Quinton, M.D., assistant professor of laboratory medicine and pathology, to discuss a popular topic at this year’s 9th Annual Forensic Science Symposium, the bullet catch and other deadly illusions. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:45 Forensic Science Symposium di…

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Syphilis Testing Updates: Elitza Theel, Ph.D. 19:07

2M ago19:07

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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 follow up on the syphilis epidemic and discuss updated testing recommendations. Specific topics of discussion i…

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Testing aids nicotine-use cessation: Paul Jannetto, Ph.D. 9:51

2M ago9:51

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Paul Jannetto, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' nicotine testing benefits patients in substance-use cessation programs and other settings. The serum and urine tests quantify nicotine and various metabolites. (00:32) Can you tell us a little bit about yourself and your background? (01:42) Can you please provide an overview of substance …

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Final Rule on LDTs May Be Coming Soon: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 10:37

2M ago10:37

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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 Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) progress on making a final rule around regulating laboratory-developed tes…

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Maximizing Impact Through Admin-Lab Collaboration 17:05

2M ago17:05

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In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with operations administrator Mark Brown to discuss the significance of collaborating with administrators. Show notes: 0:00 Intro 0:59 Importance of working with lab administrators 3:00 Role of administrators 10:20 Resetting with admins 14:20 Supporting wellbeing…

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Black History Month: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 8:31

2M ago8:31

8:31

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, to honor Black History Month. They reflect on important advancements in healthcare and laboratory medicine that were led by Blac…

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Using Data-Driven, In-Person Discussions to Support Outreach Clients 19:39

3M ago19:39

19:39

In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, speaks with outreach solutions strategists Ellen Dijkman Dulkes and Brianne Newton. They discuss how an outreach program can work with its customers on process improvements by using periodic visits and…

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Adrenal Gland Tumors: Stefan Grebe, M.D., Ph.D., and Irina Bancos, M.D. 13:18

3M ago13:18

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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 Stefan Grebe, M.D., Ph.D., co-director of the Clinical Mass Spectrometry and Test Development Laboratory in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, and Irina Bancos, M.D.,consultant in the Divis…

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Test panel guides diagnosis of early onset IBD: Ann Moyer, M.D., Ph.D. 12:36

3M ago12:36

12:36

Ann Moyer, M.D., Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' test panel provides comprehensive evaluation of patients with suspected monogenic early onset inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD. Accurate diagnosis is key to guiding therapy for patients, who might be as young as age 2. (00:32) Could you please tell us a little bit about your backgroun…

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Charting the Course: The Journey to Becoming a Physician-Scientist 24:04

3M ago24:04

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In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, M.D., a neurosurgeon and scientist at Mayo Clinic. From humble beginnings as a migrant worker, his story is one of resilience, determination, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 1:54 Importance for physicians …

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Emerging and Reemerging Diseases: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:13

3M ago11:13

11:13

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, to discuss current activity of infectious diseases. Their discussion includes: Vector-borne diseases that are causing public hea…

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Tests aid diagnosis of primary biliary cholangitis: Anne Tebo, Ph.D. 16:32

3M ago16:32

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Anne Tebo, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new serum tests help overcome the challenges of diagnosing primary biliary cholangitis, or PBC. Test results can guide clinical care for patients with this life-threatening autoimmune liver disease. (00:32) Could you please provide a little information about your background? (02:09) Please gi…

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Assay enhances and simplifies M-proteins screening: David Murray, M.D., Ph.D. 17:59

3M ago17:59

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David Murray, M.D., Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' MASS-FIX Quantitation assay provides next-generation screening for M-proteins, which are associated with multiple myeloma and other diseases. The assay better quantitates the blood proteins, for improved patient care and simpler test ordering. (00:32) Could you provide us with a litt…

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Recruiting for Careers in Laboratory Medicine 18:05

3M ago18:05

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In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., speaks with placement coordinator Jamie Herget to discuss recruitment initiatives within the laboratory profession. Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 0:59 Importance of recruitment 2:57 What roles are being recruited? 5:31 Effective strategies for recruitment 9:28 Ineffective strategi…

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The Pulse on Global Diagnostics: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:09

4M ago11:09

11:09

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, to discuss what companies in the healthcare and diagnostics industries are focusing on in 2024. Their discussion includes: Insig…

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Assay stratifies pregnant women's preeclampsia risk: Joshua Bornhorst, Ph.D. 5:10

4M ago5:10

5:10

Joshua Bornhorst, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' unique blood test identifies pregnant women at risk of developing preeclampsia with severe features. Test results can guide clinical management, to safeguard maternal and neonatal health. Speaker 3: (00:32) Can you share a little about yourself and your background? Speaker 3: (01:00) C…

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Conveying the Value of the Hospital Laboratory 16:05

4M ago16:05

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In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, talks with Erin Hoffman, division director of hospital sales and services at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. They discuss the value of the hospital laboratory, the challenges and opportunities facing communi…

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Should You Stay or Should You Go? 21:10

4M ago21:10

21:10

In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., and Rondell Graham, M.B.B.S., delve into the critical decisions involved in contemplating a role on the staff at the institution where you receive your training. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Why did you decide to take a job at the institution where you finished training? 0…

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Evolution of Syphilis: Elitza Theel, Ph.D. 13:03

4M ago13:03

13:03

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 talk about the sexually-transmitted disease syphilis. Specific topics of discussion include: The history, cause…

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A New Year with Familiar Viruses: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 11:42

4M ago11:42

11:42

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, to welcome the new year and discuss the increase of respiratory viruses. Their discussion includes: The increasing number of COV…

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Perspectives of a Teaching Assistant 20:24

4M ago20:24

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In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” host Justin Kreuter, M.D., engages in a compelling conversation with Lindsey Randall, a third-year medical student, as they discuss her experiences and insights in the role of a teaching assistant. 00:00 Introduction 01:05 Why did you decide to get involved in teaching in the first place? 02:07 You’ve been …

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Lipid assay improves cardiovascular risk prediction: Jeff Meeusen, Ph.D. 8:41

5M ago8:41

8:41

Jeff Meeusen, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new MI-Heart Ceramides assay helps guide the management of patients with mildly to moderately high cholesterol. The test measures levels of lipids beyond cholesterol that boost cardiovascular risk. Show notes (00:31) Could you provide us a little bit about your background? (01:20) Could yo…

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Test helps identify elusive central nervous system pathogens: Robin Patel, M.D. 7:10

5M ago7:10

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Robin Patel, M.D., explains how a new Mayo Clinic Laboratories' assay can identify central nervous system pathogens that standard tests fail to detect. Rapid, precise diagnosis is essential to preventing long-term effects from these infections. Show notes Speaker 3: (00:32) Please give us a brief introduction of yourself and your role at Mayo Clini…

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Unique testing helps identify cause of sudden cardiac death: Linnea Baudhuin, Ph.D., and Kate Kotzer, M.S., CGC 13:24

5M ago13:24

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Linnea Baudhuin, Ph.D., and Kate Kotzer, M.S., CGC, describe how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' postmortem genetic tests can provide answers after a sudden unexplained cardiac death. Test results are important for managing family members' risk for cardiovascular disease. Show notes (00:32) Would each of you share a little bit about yourselves and your b…

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Assay finds genetic cause of low bile flow: Devin Oglesbee, Ph.D. 10:17

5M ago10:17

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Devin Oglesbee, Ph.D., explains how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' cholestasis gene panel identifies mutations that cause low flow of bile from the liver. Test results help guide treatment decisions that can prevent liver damage. Show notes (00:32) Could you please provide us a little information about your background? (01:46) Could you please give the …

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The Past, Present, and Future of Diagnostics: Bill Morice, M.D., Ph.D. 13:17

5M ago13:17

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In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, is joined by William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to reflect on key moments from 2023 and to discuss what may lie ahead in 2024. Their discussion includes: A look b…

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