Global capabilities
Delivering value beyond the test result
At Mayo Clinic Laboratories, laboratory medicine is about more than a test result — it’s about everything that contributes to providing answers for your patients. We develop individualized support solutions for each client that extend through all aspects of the relationship to ensure the delivery of answers, not just results.
Specialized testing areas include:
Global logistics and shipping
We develop unique relationships with each client to individualize logistics support, which is coordinated by a local team who ensures a seamless process before the first patient specimen is sent. Our specialists collaborate with packaging suppliers to create unique solutions that extend the stability of specimens traveling around the world.
These experts ensure specimens are handled carefully and efficiently through close connections to shipping carriers. The air carriers we work with are experienced with processing clinical specimens.
Optimized, expeditious processing
We recognize many medical conditions have a window of opportunity for the best possible outcomes. Our tests and processes are optimized to better serve patients and deliver results with outcomes in mind. We do not triage specimens across a network of labs or use a batch-testing business model. Result turnaround times are expedited by:
- Running tests continuously – your samples are processed alongside those from Mayo Clinic.
- A testing approach that incorporates comprehensive panels and algorithms when appropriate.
- Utilization of Lean and Six Sigma processes.
Reliable connectivity
We offer technology solutions to help our clients connect to us, including a secure online portal with interfacing capabilities that allows you to easily order tests and receive results. Our solutions include:
- Client-friendly test ordering through MayoLINK, which is available in eight languages.
- Expansive website with links to our open- access test catalog, which is updated daily and features comprehensive clinical information, including specimen requirements; clinical and interpretative information; performance; sample test reports; setup files; and pricing.
- 30 country-specific toll-free numbers.
News and updates
The latest
Accurate coagulation testing starts with proper specimen preparation. Even small pre-analytic errors, such as underfilled tubes, hemolysis, or improper centrifugation, can compromise results and patient care.
Topic highlights include: Mayo Clinic working to commercialize molecular analyzer technology, Mayo Clinic expert provides tips for reducing dementia risk, Putting patients' needs at the heart of a care model
In this episode of “Lab Medicine Rounds,” Justin Kreuter, M.D., sits down with Melanie Bois, M.D., Associate Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology, a cardiovascular pathologist, and host of the Society for Cardiovascular Pathologies Podcast, to discuss why you should consider utilizing social media within your practice and how to maximize your efforts.
This list includes updates posted to mayocliniclabs.com during the month of August.
In August 2022, Mayo Clinic Laboratories announced thirty-two new tests along with numerous reference value changes, obsolete tests, and algorithm changes.
This week's research roundup features: Kidney biopsy chronicity grading in antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis
Linnea M. Baudhuin, Ph.D., and Emily K. Thoreson, M.S., CGC, explain how Mayo Clinic Laboratories renal genetics testing provides comprehensive, accurate and actionable results. Identifying a genetic cause helps guide the complex decisions involved with treating kidney disease.
Staff within Mayo Clinic’s Neuroimmunology Laboratory perform a unique clinical autoimmune serology service to patients by bridging a leading, one-of-kind autoimmune neurology practice with cutting-edge research.
Topic highlights include: A look back at the history of Mayo Clinic, Scientists are racing to develop home tests that measure protection against COVID-19, Health tips Tuesday: preventing symptomatic kidney stones
William Morice II, M.D., Ph.D., chair of the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic and president of Mayo Clinic Laboratories, joins "Answers From the Lab" for his weekly leadership update with host Bobbi Pritt, M.D. In this episode, Dr. Pritt and Dr. Morice discuss the latest monkeypox developments, potential scenarios for monkeypox moving forward, and where the VALID Act stands.
Bobbi Pritt, M.D., chair of the Division of Clinical Microbiology in the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at Mayo Clinic, was featured in a Health article regarding a new vaccine to prevent Lyme disease. The vaccine is in its final clinical trial phase and could be available in several years.
This week's research roundup features: High-sensitivity cardiac troponin and the 2021 AHA/ACC/ASE/CHEST/SAEM/SCCT/SCMR guidelines for the evaluation and diagnosis of acute chest pain
Divyanshu (Div) Dubey, M.B.B.S., describes Mayo Clinic Laboratories' new diagnostic test for CIDP, or chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. The new test detects two antibodies — NF155 and CNTN1 — to enhance diagnosis and guide treatment decisions. Often misdiagnosed, CIDP is treatable if detected early.