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Present Approaches to Testing

These upcoming and on-demand webinars feature current laboratory test applications that can be implemented in practice today. These sessions bring together subject-matter experts to explore practical testing strategies, the latest testing updates, and real-world clinical applications. These resources support laboratory professionals and physicians seeking actionable insights to enhance diagnostic performance and patient care.

Hosted the second month of the quarter, from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. C.T.

Upcoming webinars

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Bitten, But Not Lyme: A Diagnostic Dive

Register 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

By MCL Education • August 11, 2026
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Molecular Detectives: Solving Pathology Puzzles With Proteomics and Mass Spectrometry

Recording coming soon - Explore how mass spectrometry serves as a powerful investigative tool

By MCL Education • May 12, 2026

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Additional 2026 webinars will be added here.

On demand webinars

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Noninvasive Biomarkers in Liver Disease
February 18, 2026

PACE/FL - Review the latest evidence, guidelines, strategies, and testing solutions for differentiating metabolic from alcohol-related liver injury.
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Genetic Testing for Pancreatitis
November 12, 2025

PACE/State of FL - Review known genetic predisposing factors to acute or chronic pancreatitis, as well as define who may benefit from genetic testing.
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Advancing Immunosuppressive Therapy in Solid Organ Transplantation: Integrating Pharmacogenomics, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring, and Precision Medicine
August 13, 2025

PACE/State of FL - The critical role of pharmacogenomics and therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) in managing immunosuppressive therapy for solid organ transplant recipients.
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Cytology Specimen Utilization: A Proven Approach to Genetic Sequencing
May 21, 2025

PACE/State of FL - The role of cytology specimens in molecular genetic testing, emphasizing their effectiveness in identifying biomarkers critical for targeted therapies in patients with cancer.
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When is it Cool to Drool? Oral Fluid Testing for Controlled Substance Monitoring
October 30, 2024

PACE/State of FL - Substance use disorders and the common laboratory tests and matrices used for controlled substance monitoring.
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Metagenomic Sequencing — A Tool for Diagnosis of Central Nervous System Infection
August 27, 2024

PACE/State of FL - Metagenomic sequencing for diagnosing central nervous system infection. Content will be shared regarding technical details, clinical applications, and results interpretation, drawing on both current literature and practice guidelines.
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Alzheimer’s Disease 2024: The Role of Biomarkers
June 17, 2024

PACE/State of FL - The latest updates in Alzheimer’s disease diagnostic criteria as well as a comprehensive review of the laboratory testing landscape.

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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring for Biologics in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
April 5, 2024

Laboratory tests available at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to monitor patients using monoclonal antibody therapies for treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.
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Understanding a Broken Heart: Genetic Testing After Sudden Cardiac Death
February 14, 2024

Sudden cardiac death (SCD) is a devastating event that occurs unexpectedly, often without any prior symptoms. This webinar will discuss how postmortem genetic testing may be used in conjunction with a traditional autopsy to assist with establishing cause and manner of death.
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Autoimmune Movement Disorders
June 21, 2023

The spectrum of autoimmune movement disorders, diagnosis and treatment.
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Testing Options for Patients with Chronic Diarrhea: A Focus on Bile Acid Malabsorption
March 10, 2023

Recorded 2023, reviewed March 2026. Describes testing options for bile acid malabsorption.
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Small Fiber Neuropathy: Diagnosis and Treatment
April 13, 2022

The considerations physicians must weigh when evaluating suspected neuropathy patients with special emphasis put on small-fiber neuropathy and the most appropriate laboratory testing related to that phenotype.