COVID-19 testing, despite supply chain issues: The MLO survey results illustrate how labs are coping with SARS-CoV-2.

• Authors : Wilson, Linda

Subjects: *COVID-19 testing; *MEDICAL screening; *PATHOLOGICAL laboratoriesUNITED States

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Jul2020, Vol. 52 Issue 7, p27-31. 5p.

• Abstract: The article offers insight to Medical Laboratory Observer's third State of the Industry survey, which focuses on disease management and testing for ...

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Assay addresses M genitalium diagnostic abilities.

• Authors : Gaydos, Charlotte¹

Subjects: *COVID-19; *SOCIAL distancing

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. May2020, Vol. 52 Issue 5, p8-13. 6p.

• Abstract: The article discusses Modeling study suggesting 18 months of COVID-19 social distancing. Topics include new modeling study on likely United States and ...

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COVID-19 testing and the revenue cycle.

• Authors : Wilson, Linda

Subjects: *COVID-19 testing; *AUTOMATION; *EPIDEMICS

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Jun2020, Vol. 52 Issue 6, p20-23. 3p.

• Abstract: The article discusses the challenges and issues faced by laboratories with COVID-19 testing programs in the U.S. with respect to ...

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How lab diagnostics can support COVID-19 patient management.

• Authors : Jones, Justin E.¹

Subjects: *COVID-19 testing; *CONTINUING education units; *COVID-19

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Jan2021, Vol. 53 Issue 1, p8-12. 4p.

• Abstract: The article offers tips on how lab diagnostics can support COVID-19 patient management. Topics include the impact of the

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The significance of serology antibody testing for SARS-CoV-2.

• Authors : Venkataraman, Iswariya; Sabalza, Maite; Naides, Stanley J.

Subjects: DEATH; DIAGNOSTIC errors; EPIDEMICS

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Jul2020, Vol. 52 Issue 7, p38-42. 4p.

• Abstract: The article focuses on the significance of serology antibody testing for SARS-CoV-2 virus. Topics discussed include target antigens for the serology ...

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COVID-19 and cytokine storm syndrome.

• Authors : Levy, H. Roma; Sanchez, Claudio I. Suarez

Subjects: BIOMARKERS; CYTOKINES; EPIDEMICS

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Jun2020, Vol. 52 Issue 6, p8-14. 6p.

• Abstract: The article discusses COVID-19 disease and how its severe cases relate to cytokine storm syndrome (CSS). Also cited are the normal ...

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The benefits of lab automation to facilitate testing for SARS-CoV-2.

• Authors : Gramz, Jamie

Subjects: AUTOMATION; COMPUTER software; DATABASE management

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Dec2020, Vol. 52 Issue 12, p8-16. 6p.

• Abstract: An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including challenges in the lab that have been exacerbated by

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Independent controls add value to qualitative COVID-19 antibody tests.

• Authors : Garrett, Patricia E.

Subjects: IMMUNOGLOBULIN analysis; EDUCATIONAL tests & measurements; COVID-19 testing

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Sep2020, Vol. 52 Issue 9, p34-38. 3p.

• Abstract: The article presents the discussion on controls for qualitative tests monitoring the accuracy and precision at the cutoff or the medical decision point. Topics include ...

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Diagnostic accuracy and reliability remain key in SARS-CoV-2 testing.

• Authors : Callaghan, Emma

Subjects: CORONAVIRUSES; CYTOKINES; CLINICAL pathology

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Sep2020, Vol. 52 Issue 9, p18-21. 3p.

• Abstract: The article presents the discussion on accurate diagnostic testing strategies implementing for effective risk stratification, monitoring of treatment, and recovery. Topics include detection of inflammatory ...

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Hyperglycemia associated with hospitalization for severe COVID-19 infection.

• Authors : Lohmann, Thomas P.; Wagner, Matthew C.

Subjects: DIABETES complications; OBESITY complications; BEHAVIOR modification

• Source: MLO: Medical Laboratory Observer. Nov2020, Vol. 52 Issue 11, p8-14. 5p.

• Abstract: The article presents the discussion on the risk factors of diabetes mellitus (DM) and uncontrolled hyperglycemia. Topics include acknowledging the diabetes being linked to comorbidities ...

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