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This study compares the DASH Flex 6 and StatSpin® Express 4 centrifuges for serum preparation in clinical chemistry testing, examining their impact on BMP and CMP analyte results...
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Data analytics in the medical laboratory: Progress, gaps, and persistent barriers
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The 2025 Medical Laboratory Observer (MLO) State of the Industry (SOI) survey on Disease Management focused on Alzheimer’s/dementia and respiratory testing. With regards...
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Continuing Education

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Medical Laboratory Observer will offer two free CE webinars in May focusing on innovative STI diagnostics and stroke care improvements, providing valuable insights for laboratory...
April 29, 2026
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Join MLO and LGP Consulting during Medical Laboratory Professionals Week to enjoy a complimentary CE course. Simply visit the site, use the promo code 'LABWEEK26', and redeem ...
April 13, 2026
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Join our free CE webinars to deepen your understanding of blood-based biomarkers for Alzheimer’s, digital transformation in hematology, and the clinical validity of HbA1c measurements...
March 27, 2026
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Feb. 6, 2026

Diagnostics

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Roche has obtained CE Mark approval for Elecsys pTau217, a blood test developed with Eli Lilly to detect amyloid pathology associated with Alzheimer’s disease, enabling early ...
May 12, 2026
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Dr. Lesly Dossett leads initiatives to reduce unnecessary preoperative testing through the Michigan Program for Value Enhancement (MPrOVE).
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Lucent Diagnostics and Tempus AI have partnered to integrate a blood-based biomarker panel into clinical workflows, aiming to improve early detection of Alzheimer’s disease and...
May 11, 2026
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QIAGEN is enhancing its QuantiFERON TB test with a fully automated Sample to Insight workflow and an AI-powered risk stratification tool, aiming to improve scalability, efficiency...
May 7, 2026

Disease

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On May 12, the College of American Pathologists hosted a media briefing on hantavirus in response to the outbreak of the Andes strain of the virus on the luxury cruise ship MV...
May 13, 2026
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While Alzheimer’s remains a complex disease, recent clinical trials and research efforts have expanded, emphasizing biomarkers and better patient targeting to improve drug development...
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MimiVax Inc. and Roswell Park have initiated a phase 2 clinical trial to assess the safety and efficacy of SurVaxM combined with temozolomide in patients with progressing neuroendocrine...
May 12, 2026
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The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is hosting a virtual meeting on May 12, 2026, featuring expert pathologists discussing hantavirus diagnosis, transmission, and risks...
May 11, 2026

Management

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This article explores the current state of hospital operating margins, highlighting the impact of rising costs, patient volume shifts, and administrative burdens.
May 13, 2026
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The cell culture media market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 10.8%, reaching USD 10.8 billion by 2035, fueled by rising chronic diseases, biologics demand, and technological...
May 13, 2026
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CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz reports significant progress in reducing prior authorization burdens, highlighting insurer reductions and upcoming electronic enhancements to streamline...
May 13, 2026
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The scheduled meetings include discussions on new and reconsidered lab test codes for 2027, panel member appointments, and gathering data-backed suggestions for establishing payment...
May 13, 2026

Molecular

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Fully automated, sample-to-answer PCR system designed for infectious disease diagnostics.
April 21, 2026
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Designed for flexibility and precision, the PowerFlex Thermal Cycler features a large touchscreen, simulation capabilities, and flexible configurations to streamline molecular...
April 17, 2026
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The DTC genetic testing market is projected to grow from USD 4.1 billion in 2024 to USD 13 billion by 2034, driven by consumer demand for personalized health insights, technological...
April 13, 2026
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One of the biggest changes in women’s healthcare recently has come from the field of carrier screening. Once a niche offering focused on just a few genes for women of specific...
April 7, 2026