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Translating science into better diagnostics and outcomes

At Mayo Clinic Laboratories, progress is more than discovery — it’s transformation. We take bold ideas and turn them into practical solutions that redefine diagnostics and elevate patient care. By uniting research with real-world application and fostering collaboration across disciplines, we accelerate innovation from the lab to the clinic, ensuring every advancement delivers measurable impact for those who need it most.

“Innovation means finding creative ways to tackle problems both new and old. In laboratory medicine, that means using tools to get the right information to the right person while doing it in a way that enhances accuracy and efficiency.”
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO, Mayo Clinic Laboratories

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Key Components of Innovation Success

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., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to discuss Protecting Access to Medicare Act (PAMA) reform and recent reports about the New World screwworm. Dr. Morice also shares insights on building an innovation strategy that delivers meaningful organizational value.

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Driving change in women’s health testing through pioneering research and novel testing strategies

New diagnostic tests specifically for conditions that predominantly or only affect women, such as autoimmune diseases and gynecological cancers, are empowering female patients and their physicians to make informed decisions.

Rare patient case helps inform and validate GABA-A-R antibody encephalitis testing: JoAnne Michael

JoAnne Michael’s symptoms started with dizziness and forgetfulness before down spiraling into severe confusion, crying jags, and brain seizures. ER doctors at her local hospital initially thought she was on drugs. JoAnne, terrified, wondered if she was dying. Luckily, she had a guardian angel by her side: her mother, a retired nurse practitioner, who took her to Mayo Clinic, where the clinical experience and expertise of neurologist Andrew McKeon, M.B., B.Ch., M.D., helped give her a diagnosis and hope for a journey back to health.

Diagnostic ecosystem boosts access to timely Alzheimer’s disease testing

Mayo Clinic Laboratories has developed a cutting-edge suite of Alzheimer's disease testing. The newest assays use blood samples, avoiding the need for lumbar punctures to obtain cerebrospinal fluid. The testing suite exemplifies Mayo Clinic Laboratories' innovative business approach. As a platform company, Mayo Clinic is creating a diagnostics ecosystem to meet a wide range of testing needs and help physicians order the right tests for their patients.

Innovation that reaches beyond the lab

Translating science into solutions
At Mayo Clinic Laboratories, innovation doesn’t stop at discovery. It moves forward to make a difference. While every breakthrough begins with a question, we ensure that answers reach beyond research papers or laboratory walls. We transform ideas into actionable solutions that improve diagnostics, empower clinicians, and enhance patient outcomes worldwide.

From concept to clinical impact
Our teams work at the intersection of research and real-world application, bridging the gap between cutting-edge discoveries and practical tools for patient care. By leveraging Mayo Clinic’s integrated model of care and Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ platform, we ensure new tests and technologies reach those who need them most.

Driving better outcomes through collaboration
True progress happens when expertise converges. At Mayo Clinic Laboratories, we collaborate across disciplines — scientists, physicians, and industry innovators — to design diagnostics that are not only advanced but accessible. This commitment to collaboration means every innovation is mission-aligned to improve lives through faster answers.

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