Testing that changes lives

Patients are at the heart of all we do at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. Our laboratory testing can clear the fog of an uncertain diagnosis, point to the next steps in care, and pave the way for better treatment. Our work makes a difference in people’s lives around the world every day. Here are some of their stories. 

Reversing a dire disorder: Lorinda McKinley
November 1, 2021

Advanced testing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories that confirmed a diagnosis of myasthenia gravis put Lorinda McKinley on the road to renewed health after she nearly lost it all to the rare autoimmune disease.
Detecting danger: Dan O’Bryan
October 4, 2021

Dan O’Bryan didn’t think his dizziness and lightheadedness were anything to worry about. Nearly 100 miles away, the team at Mayo Clinic that was remotely monitoring Dan’s heart could see the truth.
Shining light on one family’s struggle: Barbara, Deborah, Pamela, and Rylie
September 13, 2021

Before testing at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, Barbara Domaille, Deborah Neville, Pamela Neville, and Rylie Ronnenberg thought there could be a genetic connection to the hip problems they shared. After the testing, they knew for sure.

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