Insights

There are many factors to consider when a lab identifies the need for referral laboratory services, which can make the process seem overwhelming. Identifying appropriate qualification criteria and establishing a selection process are the foundational elements for choosing a referral laboratory.

As the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, many lessons are being learned, not the least of which is how to better prepare for future pandemics. This includes addressing the ongoing antimicrobial resistance (AMR) pandemic, which at a global scale has the potential to eclipse COVID-19.

Children are some of the most difficult patients from whom to collect blood sample specimens. Ensuring safety and efficacy when performing blood draws on pediatric patients, while also accounting for their emotional and physical well-being is of utmost importance.

Nucleic Acid Testing Validation and Verification

Now, more than ever, it’s important to implement a disaster plan for your lab or update your lab’s current plan. Emergencies can impede your lab’s efficiency and sometimes even bring operations to a standstill. Preparation can help ensure that your lab continues to deliver high quality results and keep patients and laboratory workers healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

We spoke with Ted Schutzbank, PhD D(ABMM), Scientific Affairs Manager of Diagnostics at Meridian Bioscience about the importance of standardization in molecular diagnostics and the new testing methods available for COVID-19.

Written By Sherry A. Dunbar, PhD, MBA, Senior Director, Global Scientific Affairs, Luminex Corporation and Shubhagata Das, Scientific Affairs Manager, Luminex Corporation As of April 8, 2020, the...

Performing a Biological Risk Assessment in the Laboratory