The management and staff of Sonic Reference Laboratory (SRL) constantly seek to build a culture of continuous improvement from the time new employees enter the workplace, through training, and throughout their careers. This includes providing employees with avenues to express their ideas and concerns, and focusing on finding opportunity for improvement over assigning blame. The foundation of the ... read more

Q&A with Tabetha Sundin, PhD, HCLD(ABB), MB(ASCP)CMScientific Director of Molecular Diagnostics and SerologySentara Healthcare   Medical Lab Management: How did your hospital system approach the implementation of next generation sequencing (NGS)? Dr. Tabetha Sundin: We initially insourced NGS testing for expanded cystic fibrosis carrier screening in January of 2017. That process ... read more

ELGA LabWater’s MEDICA range provides a constant supply of compliant water for clinical analyzers with built-in, wrap-around reservoirs to occupy a minimal amount of space in the laboratory. Constructed from the highest quality components, these systems aim to provide bacterial control and optimal purity, as well as an uninterrupted workflow. Features include recirculation of high purity ... read more

Over the last few decades, many hospital-based laboratories have realized the benefit of outreach laboratory testing, not only for the generation of profit, but also by providing a mechanism to secure additional testing volume and types, which helps fill excess testing capacity and lowers overall unit cost. These benefits serve to enrich the laboratory’s outreach program as well as inpatient ... read more

Given the myriad products and services now available for clinical laboratories and the ensuing variety of possible combinations available for a custom practice, finding the right fit for your specific laboratory operation can be a daunting task. To help address the needs of laboratory management, we are pleased to present our first annual Clinical Laboratory Resource Guide. In partnership with our ... read more