Generalizing Genomics Learning
A new NIH network aims to remove barriers and share knowledge to drive more widespread adoption of genomics in clinical settings
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Diagnostics Pipeline: Testing for Intestinal Parasites Takes Step Forward
The EasyScreen assay received 510(k) clearance from the Food and Drug Administration earlier this year–but with a catch
AI in Genomics: The Next Generation
How artificial intelligence and machine learning tools stand to benefit clinical labs throughout the genomics pathway.
PAMA Unlocks Golden Age for Innovative Diagnostics
By Chance Scott bio
The publication of the 2018 Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule (CLFS) in January saw a long and heated debate within the lab community come to fruition…
HIV Testing Opportunities Missed For High-Risk Patients
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
There are many missed opportunities for testing and diagnosis of HIV among high-risk individuals seen in clinical settings…
Early Lactate Tests Impactful, But Often Not Performed With Sepsis
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
Early lactate measurements appear to improve results for patients with sepsis, but initial and repeat serum lactate levels are frequently not drawn in the recommended…
Lack of Utility Evidence Still Hampers Adoption of Pharmacogenomic Testing: Benefits Seen in the Field of Psychiatry
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
For years it had been hoped that pharmacogenetic (PGx) testing would be a leading application for personalized medicine…
Whole-Genome Sequencing Can Improve Blood Transfusion Matches
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
Antigen typing based on whole-genome sequencing (WGS) can enable more precise matching of blood transfusions, according to a study published online May 17 in…
Single-Sample Confirmatory Test Ok for Diabetes Diagnosis
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Report Finds Genetic Tests and Their Reimbursement Increasingly Complex
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
The health care technology company Concert Genetics (formerly NextGxDx; Nashville, Tenn.) recently released its third edition of…
How PAMA’s Effect in 2018 Molecular Diagnostic Reimbursement Will Make Labs More Money
By Sean McSweeney bio
The year 2018 is slated to be much brighter for molecular diagnostic labs as PAMA fee schedules show a higher payment rate and amount for many cancer genomics and…
Blood Cultures for Cellulitis Often Needlessly Ordered
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
Despite existing recommendations, blood culture is overused in patients with suspected, uncomplicated cellulitis, according to a research letter published…
New Study Provides Most Comprehensive Overview of Genetic Test Development, Usage and Spending
From - Diagnostic Testing & Emerging Technologies
As might be expected, there has been rapid growth in genetic test availability and spending on these tests since 2014. But, comprehensive new collaborative analysis conducted by…
