Microbiology / Infectious Disease Archives - Insights Get the latest news and education from Mayo Clinic Laboratories Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:14:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 Tick, Tock, Boom! The Changing Landscape of Tick-Borne Diseases in the US https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/07/22/tick-tock-boom-the-changing-landscape-of-tick-borne-diseases-in-the-us/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/07/22/tick-tock-boom-the-changing-landscape-of-tick-borne-diseases-in-the-us/#respond Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=122498 Tick, Tock, Boom! The Changing Landscape of Tick-Borne Diseases in the USTick-borne diseases are increasing across the United States as tick populations and their geographic range continue to expand. This presentation reviews current trends in tick-borne diseases, highlights major tick vectors and associated pathogens, discusses prevention strategies, and explores the laboratory's role in supporting accurate diagnosis and patient care.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/07/22/tick-tock-boom-the-changing-landscape-of-tick-borne-diseases-in-the-us/feed/ 0 Personalized Therapy Growth Driven by Clinical Diagnostics https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/06/25/personalized-therapy-growth-driven-by-clinical-diagnostics/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/06/25/personalized-therapy-growth-driven-by-clinical-diagnostics/#respond Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=122255 Personalized Therapy Growth Driven by Clinical DiagnosticsIn 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 recent industry news and how clinical diagnostics are powering more personalized care.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/06/25/personalized-therapy-growth-driven-by-clinical-diagnostics/feed/ 0 Risks Increase as Ticks, Mosquitoes, and Similar Vectors Spread https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/28/risks-increase-as-ticks-mosquitoes-and-similar-vectors-spread/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/28/risks-increase-as-ticks-mosquitoes-and-similar-vectors-spread/#respond Thu, 28 May 2026 13:56:14 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=121888 Risks Increase as Ticks, Mosquitoes, and Similar Vectors SpreadIn this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, speaks with William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, about Ebola, hantavirus and takeaways from a recent healthcare conference. Later, she welcomes Elli Theel, Ph.D., a microbiologist in Mayo Clinic’s Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, to explore vector-borne diseases.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/28/risks-increase-as-ticks-mosquitoes-and-similar-vectors-spread/feed/ 0 Bitten, But Not Lyme: A Diagnostic Dive https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/01/bitten-but-not-lyme-a-diagnostic-dive/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/01/bitten-but-not-lyme-a-diagnostic-dive/#respond Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=121473 Bitten, But Not Lyme: A Diagnostic DiveRegister now – Aug. 11, 2026 Four case studies to explore key diagnostic considerations when Lyme testing is negative, highlight the role of geographic exposure history, and demonstrate the utility of multiplex testing panels

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/05/01/bitten-but-not-lyme-a-diagnostic-dive/feed/ 0 Laboratory testing utilization: Coccidioides immitis/posadasii serologic testing https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/04/27/laboratory-testing-utilization-emcoccidioides-immitis-posadasii-em-serologic-testing/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/04/27/laboratory-testing-utilization-emcoccidioides-immitis-posadasii-em-serologic-testing/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=121349 Laboratory testing utilization: Coccidioides immitis/posadasii serologic testingDiscover how efficient, evidence-based serologic testing algorithms can accelerate Coccidioides infection diagnosis, simplify laboratory workflow, and provide practical benefits for laboratorians and healthcare professionals.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/04/27/laboratory-testing-utilization-emcoccidioides-immitis-posadasii-em-serologic-testing/feed/ 0 Hands-on learning at the Mayo Clinic Parasitology Workshop https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/03/25/hands-on-learning-at-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/03/25/hands-on-learning-at-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=119375 Hands-on learning at the Mayo Clinic Parasitology WorkshopThe Mayo Clinic Parasitology Workshop offers an immersive learning experience focused on practical skills for parasite identification. This two-day program combines expert-led presentations with hands-on laboratory sessions to help participants apply diagnostic techniques with confidence. Reserve your spot today.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/03/25/hands-on-learning-at-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/feed/ 0 Cultivating a comprehensive test menu for organ transplant patients https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/30/cultivating-a-comprehensive-test-menu-for-organ-transplant-patients/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/30/cultivating-a-comprehensive-test-menu-for-organ-transplant-patients/#respond Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=120106 Cultivating a comprehensive test menu for organ transplant patientsViral and pharmacogenomic testing help clinicians detect infection early, tailor immunosuppression, and improve long-term outcomes for organ transplant recipients.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/30/cultivating-a-comprehensive-test-menu-for-organ-transplant-patients/feed/ 0 Registration now open for the Mayo Clinic Parasitology Workshop https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/registration-now-open-for-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/registration-now-open-for-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/#respond Wed, 07 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=119373 Registration now open for the Mayo Clinic Parasitology WorkshopRegistration is now open for the 2026 Mayo Clinic Parasitology Workshop. This interactive two-day program is designed to enhance your diagnostic skills through expert-led lectures and hands-on laboratory sessions.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/registration-now-open-for-the-mayo-clinic-parasitology-workshop/feed/ 0 New Year, New You: A Parasite-Inspired Journey https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/new-year-new-you-a-parasite-inspired-journey/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/new-year-new-you-a-parasite-inspired-journey/#respond Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=118898 New Year, New You: A Parasite-Inspired JourneyExplore the intersection of medical science and personal well-being. In this informative and engaging presentation, Bobbi Pritt, M.D., draws on her expertise in clinical microbiology and parasitology to illuminate how the study of parasites offers valuable lessons for health, resilience, and lifelong growth.

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]]> https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2026/01/07/new-year-new-you-a-parasite-inspired-journey/feed/ 0 Breakthroughs and Trends That Defined Lab Medicine in 2025 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2025/12/18/breakthroughs-and-trends-that-defined-lab-medicine-in-2025/ https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/2025/12/18/breakthroughs-and-trends-that-defined-lab-medicine-in-2025/#respond Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000 https://news.mayocliniclabs.com/?p=119442 Breakthroughs and Trends That Defined Lab Medicine in 2025In this episode of “Answers From the Lab,” host Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology at Mayo Clinic, welcomes William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., president and CEO of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, to explore recent news updates and key advancements shaping the industry in 2025.

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