We have planned a year full of exciting and informative issues. We start this month with an industry overview entitled “Washington Watch” (page 30). This new feature, by contributing writer Nicholas Borgert, reviews recent rulings affect
Read MoreBy Robert Janetschek, MSc, MT (ASCP) & RS Greenfield, PhD Formation of blood clots (thrombi) that block arteries or veins is a life-threatening event that can result in severe medical consequences including myocardial infarction, stroke, and
Read MoreBy Lisa Fratt September 2003: The Southern California Red Cross lost three days of its blood supply when 3,500 units of blood products spoiled. The incident made headlines and underscored a national health care challenge. That is, in many facilit
Read MoreBy Renee DiIulio Continuous screening can help detect recurrent bladder cancer early and thereby increase a patient’s longevity. Yet, according to research published earlier this year, many patients are not getting the recommended follow-up
Read MoreBy Renee DiIulio Continuous screening can help detect recurrent bladder cancer early and thereby increase a patient’s longevity. Yet, according to research published earlier this year, many patients are not getting the recommended follow-up
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