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The increased prevalence of certain tick- and mosquito-borne illnesses, the benefits of an algorithmic testing approach, and the growing importance of co-infection testing.

By MCL Education • June 30, 2025

On Tuesday, June 24, the mayocliniclabs.com website will feature a refreshed homepage. Incorporating valuable feedback from users, the site has been redesigned it to highlight the most frequently used features and content. The aim to enhance user experience with a more intuitive, visually appealing, and responsive website. These new features will make it easier to find information and complete tasks.

By Mayo Clinic Laboratories • June 24, 2025

John Lieske, M.D., and Sandra Taler, M.D., explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories' mass spectrometry assay helps evaluate patients for resistant hypertension. The test can detect antihypertensive medications in urine, providing evidence of whether patients are actually absorbing their medications or whether a new approach might be needed.

By Barbara J. Toman • June 24, 2025

Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ newly expanded Hereditary Pancreatitis Gene Panel is transforming how clinicians diagnose and manage a complex, often elusive disease. Developed through close collaboration between lab scientists, genetic counselors, and clinicians, the test uses a whole exome sequencing backbone to analyze nine carefully selected genes with strong clinical relevance. This focused approach avoids ambiguous results while empowering early diagnosis, cancer risk assessment, and family testing. Built on a whole exome backbone with reflex capabilities, the panel represents a major step forward in precision medicine — offering clarity for patients and providers, and a platform for future genomic innovation.

By Jack Gilligan • June 24, 2025

When introducing a new initiative in the medical laboratory environment, effective change management is essential.

By Jane Hermansen • June 23, 2025

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, and Div Dubey, M.B.B.S., a neurologist and co-director of the Clinical Neuroimmunology Laboratory at Mayo Clinic, explore the topic of peripheral neuropathy.

By Jessie Fenske • June 19, 2025

Mayo Clinic Laboratories' specimen pickup and delivery schedules will be altered due to the upcoming July 4th holiday. To ensure specimen stability and prevent delays, follow the guidelines outlined below for domestic clients and international clients.

By Mayo Clinic Laboratories • June 11, 2025

Our annual Outreach Conference, Leveraging the Laboratory, will take place on Sept. 16–17, 2025, in Nashville. This year’s theme, “Vision to Action,” offers a wide variety of perspectives pertaining to health system laboratory outreach programs. Here are the top 3 reasons why you should attend.

By MCL Education • June 10, 2025

In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, and William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., CEO and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, discuss global trends in diagnostic manufacturing and their implications for laboratory professionals.

By Jessie Fenske • June 5, 2025

Registration is now open for the 2025 Mayo Clinic Classical Hematology Conference: Nonmalignant Hematology and Bleeding and Thrombotic Disorders. Reserve your spot today.

By MCL Education • June 4, 2025

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 the value laboratories deliver for their entire health system.

By Jessie Fenske • May 22, 2025

Learn the five elements essential to successfully implementing a complex outreach program project and what is at risk if you miss an element.

By Jane Hermansen • May 19, 2025

In this episode of "Lab Medicine Rounds," Justin Kreuter, M.D., and Rondell Graham, M.B.B.S., discuss practical tips on making feedback meaningful and actionable to be[...]

By MCL Education • May 16, 2025