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Artificial Intelligence

From data deluge to diagnostic clarity: How AI is transforming diagnostics in cardiology and beyond

The healthcare industry is grappling with a data volume crisis, and the signs are everywhere—from the patient bedside to the surgical suite, the clinical lab, and beyond...
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55 under 55

Introducing the 2024 winners: Jamie Acero, MHA, CPP Manager, Point of Care Testing UPMC Clinical Lab  James R. Adams, MSHS, MLS(ASCP) Regional Medical Laboratory...
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Hematology

Dedicated laboratory automation for hemostasis testing

Now more than ever, laboratories are tasked with the combined aim of maximizing test volume and reliability, while minimizing turnaround time (TAT) and cost. Automation is an ...
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Genetic Testing

Genetic disease testing

Genetic diseases or disorders are caused due to abnormality or mutations in the genetic makeup. As of July 2024, Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man (OMIM) listed 7,528 single...
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Lab Safety

Every needlestick is one too many: Progress made and still to come for sharps injury prevention

Needlestick injuries are not new to the world of healthcare. In the United States, awareness around prevention began gaining momentum in the early 1990s — more than 30 years...
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Careers

MLO’s 2024 survey of laboratory professionals

The results of Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 annual survey of laboratory professionals reveal salaries have increased for most individuals surveyed (73%),...
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Automation

Preparing your lab’s automation infrastructure for the inclusion of digital pathology and AI

Incorporating digital pathology and AI solutions and workflows into your organization is an exciting opportunity to enhance your operational efficiency, positively impact your...
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Analyzers

Immunoassay—Past innovations and future potential in diagnostic medicine

Immunoassays, biochemical tests used to detect the presence of an analyte—antibody or antigen—using labeled antibodies, are used to aid in the diagnosis of diseases...
Management

55th anniversary celebration

As you know, MLO is celebrating its 55th anniversary this year. As the first magazine created for laboratorians, we are very proud of our history. This issue is the big celebratory...
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Selena Warden, MSc, C(ASCP)cm

Director, Laboratory Services Southwest Transplant Alliance Age: 47 Hometown: Bloomington, IN Alma mater: USMC, Indiana University (Bachelor's), University of Florida (Master...
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Jason Taylor

Supervisor, Laboratory Services Southwest Transplant Alliance Hometown:  Clinton, Louisiana Alma mater: University of Louisiana at Monroe (ULM) Number of years of experience...
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Karen Updegraff, MLS (ASCP), CPP (ADLM)

Manager, Point of Care Testing Service Guthrie Medical Group/Guthrie Clinic Age: 55 Hometown: Elmira, NY Alma mater: Elmira College, B.S. Clinical Laboratory Science. Certified...
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Celine Cang

International Medical Laboratory Scientist Conexus Medstaff Age: 27 years old Hometown: Butuan City, Philippines (currently lives in Silver Spring, Maryland) Alma mater: Centro...

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Continuing Education

The absence of a safety culture; What contributes to laboratory incidents?

To take the test online go HERE. For more information, visit the Continuing Education tab. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this article, the reader will be able to: 1. ...