'Unlocking the Power of Data'

With ever-growing demands for testing and a chronic shortage of lab professionals in the US and abroad, laboratories must continuously evaluate and improve their processes. In today's data-driven world, it’s easier than ever to harness data to drive change and improve care.

We highlight how instrument consolidation can help labs maximize workflows, cut costs, increase efficiency, and enhance patient care. Similarly, Tyler Radke, MLS(ASCP)CM, shares how Bellin Memorial Hospital’s improved utilization of pathology peripheral blood film reviews reduced costs and saved resources.

While HPV testing offers a more sensitive cervical cancer screening method than the Pap test, a new poll has found that 58 percent of US women do not know the difference between the two tests. Our Screening feature highlights current gaps in cervical cancer screening and potential solutions, including self-collection.

In our Scientist Spotlight, we speak with transfusion medicine specialist Dr. Knopfelmacher Couchonal about managing one of life's most precious resources—blood.

Moreover, Michelle Hoad, CEO of the Medical Laboratory Professionals’ Association of Ontario, shares insights around advocacy and resilience.

We hope you’ll join us at the 2024 Lab Manager Leadership Summit in Denver, CO, on April 29 for her keynote address!

Finally, explore our March 2024 Emerging Technologies Guide featuring new technologies in the field of laboratory medicine.

We hope you’ll join us virtually on April 2 for our 2024 Women in Leadership Digital Forum!