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abstract：:Susceptibility testing of microorganisms isolated from blood cultures should follow the guidelines of the NCCLS in the selection of antimicrobial agents and the method for testing. Standardized testing can be performed on isolated colonies from pure subcultures of the blood/broth mixture. Direct susceptibility testing...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Mirrett S

更新日期：1994-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Formal medical and public health microbiology (MPHM) fellowship programs play a key role in preparing future clinical microbiology laboratory directors for their leadership and management responsibilities. Given the continually evolving MPHM field, fellowships must remain adaptable to changes in the field, providing t...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Pritt BS,Bowler CA,Theel ES

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Biochemical prenatal screening was initiated with the use of maternal serum alpha fetoprotein to screen for open neural tube defects. Screening now includes multiple marker and sequential screening protocols involving serum and ultrasound markers to screen for aneuploidy. Recently cell-free DNA screening for aneuploid...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Krantz DA,Hallahan TW,Carmichael JB

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Differentiation between procedure-related necrosis and postprocedural myocardial infarction (MI) is challenging because of the inherent association of these procedures to varying levels of myocardial injury. To improve risk stratification of patients at risk of an acute MI, the universal definition of MI implemented c...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Grobben RB,Nathoe HM,Januzzi JL Jr,van Kimmenade RR

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To leverage the time and expertise of the pathologist, a comprehensive workstation is a useful tool. Because the practice of pathology is so diverse, however, there is no one standard for what constitutes a workstation. The author reviews the several elements and components which must be included (access to your LIS, ...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Aller RD

更新日期：1997-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous thromboembolism covers a range of conditions from deep vein thrombosis to pulmonary embolism. Treatment aims to alleviate symptoms, minimize acute morbidity and mortality by preventing the extension or potentially fatal embolization of the initial thrombus, and avoid postthrombotic syndrome. Anticoagulant thera...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Al-Badri A,Spyropoulos AC

更新日期：2014-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Variation in the genome of hepatitis B virus has been associated with a number of clinical parameters, but there is a paucity of functional data to show a causal relationship. For example, variants of the core and X genes have been linked with the pathogenesis of chronic hepatitis, viral replication efficiency, and se...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Carman WF

更新日期：1996-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recent studies have brought remarkable progress in the understanding of cellular, subcellular, and molecular mechanisms of endothelial injury and responses to injury, both of which appear to be integral parts of the acute inflammatory response. The possible roles of endothelial surface enzymes in the inflammatory resp...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Ryan US,Ryan JW

更新日期：1983-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The interpretation of the total serum testosterone concentration is problematic because it is related directly to the serum SHBG concentration.Frequently, an estimate of the serum free testosterone concentration is obtained to better assess the clinical status of the patient. We reviewed five methods for the determina...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Elin RJ,Winters SJ

更新日期：2004-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Modern advances in the diagnosis and treatment of the leukemias and lymphomas make use of dynamic techniques in immunology, genetics, and molecular biology, and, as a result, morphology represents a smaller proportion of the total diagnostic work-up of these diseases today than heretofore. However, morphology still re...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Dickersin GR

更新日期：1987-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The cause of colorectal cancer (CRC) is multifactorial, with genetic, molecular, inflammatory, and environmental risk factors. Recently, the gut microbiota has been recognized as a new environmental contributor to CRC in both animal models and human studies. An additional interplay of the gut microbiome with inflammat...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Cho M,Carter J,Harari S,Pei Z

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The blood film is one of the world's most widely and frequently used tests and has undergone remarkably few changes since its introduction in the late 1800s. This article gives direction and some standardization in the preparation of blood films used for morphologic evaluation in the clinical laboratory. Methodologies...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Houwen B

更新日期：2002-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Acute erythroleukemia is an aggressive leukemia derived from a multipotential stem cell. Three subtypes have been described: (1) M6a with greater than or equal to 30% blasts of the nonerythrocytic component, (2) M6b with greater than or equal to 30% pronormoblasts of the erythrocytic elements, and (3) M6c with greater...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Mazzella FM,Alvares C,Kowal-Vern A,Schumacher HR

更新日期：2000-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Routine biochemical tests generally include serum enzymes, proteins, and other markers useful for identifying hepatobiliary disease in dogs and cats. Obtaining results outside the reference intervals can occur with direct hepatocellular injury, enzyme induction by hepatocytes or biliary epithelium, or decreased hepati...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Chapman SE,Hostutler RA

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:This article reviews the laboratory methodologies used to evaluate acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in children and their role in establishing a diagnosis and prognosis of this disease. These methodologies are: morphology, flow cytometry, cytogenetics, and molecular diagnostics. Additionally, immunophenotypic classi...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Melnick SJ

更新日期：1999-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in molecular genetics have had a major impact on our understanding of the pathogenesis of neurologic disorders. This article discusses molecular genetic contributions to our knowledge of Huntington's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Alzheimer's disease, as well as their implications for diagnosis a...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Aguilera AJ

更新日期：1995-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:At the present time, the use of molecular techniques for diagnosing the neurologic porphyrias is limited mainly to those laboratories doing research in the area. Because any of four genes may be involved, it is important to confirm the diagnosis in the index case before undertaking molecular investigation. With advanc...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Schreiber WE

更新日期：1997-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A formal therapeutic drug monitoring consultation service (TDMCS) will enhance the clinical benefits of drug level determinations. It can result in decreased length of stay and improved risk management posture. The successful implementation of a TDMCS requires the coordinated efforts of a multidisciplinary team that m...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Wilkinson DS

更新日期：1987-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Flow cytometry immunophenotyping of the hematopoietic cells from the bone marrow can help with diagnosis, prognosis, and therapy of chronic myeloid neoplasms. Unlike with B-cell neoplasms, there is no simple phenotypic test to substitute for clonality. Therefore, antigen panels to evaluate myeloid neoplasms are larger...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Shi M,Nguyen P,Jevremovic D

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The last decade has witnessed the transformation of first-trimester Down syndrome screening from an aspiration to a clinical reality. First-trimester screening now equals or exceeds the diagnostic accuracy of conventional midtrimester screen while realizing an important desire of pregnant women for early diagnosis. Be...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Bahado-Singh RO,Argoti P

更新日期：2010-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Nephropathy progressing to end-stage renal failure is a common complication of diabetes mellitus. The development of diabetic nephropathy is preceded for many years by minor increases in urine albumin excretion (microalbuminuria), and some diabetologists believe that by reducing or reversing this early abnormality, po...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Hindmarsh JT

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability to identify specific strains within a given species of pathogen is an important aid in the rational development of effective measures to prevent and control nosocomial infections. The efforts of both microbiologist and hospital epidemiologic are facilitated greatly by the availability of the newer molecula...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Sader HS,Hollis RJ,Pfaller MA

更新日期：1995-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Advances in cellular therapies for pediatric patients have created many opportunities for improved survival with reduced morbidity. This article reviews current cellular therapies in pediatric hematological malignancy, including the most updated practices in hematopoietic stem cell transplant and the use of chimeric a...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Kuldanek S,Pasko B,DomBourian M,Annen K

更新日期：2021-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Concern for illicit and restricted drug use in otolaryngology is similar to other surgical specialties with a few notable exceptions. Many illicit drugs are consumed transnasally. Repeated nasal exposure to stimulants or narcotics can cause local tissue destruction that can present as chronic rhinosinusitis or nasosep...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Gonik NJ,Bluth MH

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The development of antimicrobic susceptibility testing is outlined with particular reference to standardization of procedures and organizational developments that have led to substantially improved performance. Special problems continue to be posed by increased proportions of opportunistic pathogens and newly recogniz...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Sherris JC

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Immunology testing is relevant for the diagnosis of many autoimmune conditions. However, diagnostic pitfalls arise owing to incorrect interpretation of results and incomplete understanding of the underlying technique or immune-mediated condition. Here, we review the diagnostic considerations related to commonly used i...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Maher L,Perugino C

更新日期：2019-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The importance of food-borne helminthic infections is not well recognized and has not received the same attention as food-borne bacterial infections. Poverty, overpopulation, and cultural practices contribute to conditions that maintain food-borne helminthic infections. The development of better means of transportatio...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Bruckner DA

更新日期：1999-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Vertical auto profile (VAP) method is a direct single test for measuring comprehensive lipoprotein cholesterol profile. It is based on a well-established method of ultracentrifugation that uses vertical rotor and single density gradient spin. VAP provides cholesterol concentrations of total lipoprotein, high-density l...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Kulkarni KR

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Chromosome analysis is the genetic technique useful in evaluating endocrine disease. Indications for cytogenetic studies include suspected sex chromosomal aneuploidies as well as repeated fetal wastage. In patients with ambiguous genitalia, cytogenetic studies are mandatory, not only to provide information for assigni...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Gordon LP

更新日期：1984-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Contemporary bacterial serology relevant to medicine involves poly- and monoclonal antibodies to study pathogenic bacteria and nonpathogenic organisms useful in controlling infectious diseases. Monoclonal antibody applications include immunodiagnostics, prophylaxis and serotherapy, and microbial biotechnology and mole...

journal_title：Clinics in laboratory medicine

authors： Conway de Macario E,Macario AJ

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00