Hematology

Genetic Link Found Between Immune System and Lymphoma
Classical Hodgkin lymphoma (cHL) is a lymphoid malignancy of germinal center (GC) B-cell origin, which is characterized by Hodgkin and Reed–Sternberg (HRS) cells with a dominant background population of reactive inflammatory cells. More...12 Dec 2017

Missing DNA Fragments Could Predict Leukemia Relapse
A new risk scoring system has been developed for children with leukemia based on missing DNA fragments or 'microdeletions'. The risk score will allow doctors to better predict the chance of relapse of a subgroup of children currently hidden in a lower risk group. More...11 Dec 2017




Hematology Analyzer Granted Waiver Offers Faster Results
An automated hematology analyzer has been granted a waiver under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA). The CLIA waiver for this device allows it to be used by a variety of non-traditional laboratory sites, including physicians’ offices, clinics or other types of health care facilities. More...21 Nov 2017

Assay May Boost Treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is an aggressive cancer and the most frequently diagnosed non-Hodgkin lymphoma worldwide. Recent advancements indicate that both the prognosis and choice of treatment of DLBCL may depend on identifying its molecular subtype. More...14 Nov 2017
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Experts Recommend Fewer Tests for Hospitalized Patients
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Diagnostic Performance of Blood Counts Compared
Umbilical Cord Bilirubin Predicts Neonatal Jaundice
Genetic Testing Determines Safest Dose of Blood Thinner
Biomarkers of Sickle Cell and Hemoglobin SC Compared
Field Evaluation of Quantitative G6PD Diagnostics Reviewed
Automated Slide-Based Approach Introduced for CBCs
CSF Pleocytosis Level Investigated as Diagnostic Predictor
New LC-MS/MS Test Introduced for TMA
Hematologic Abnormalities Found in HIV-Infected Children
Capillary Blood Analysis Validated for POC System
Liquid Biopsy Approach Inspired by Swarm Behavior
CRISPR Illuminates Pediatric Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
New Test Rapidly Diagnoses Preeclampsia
Revision of Guidelines Beneficial for Assessing Orthostatic Hypotension
Antimicrobial Therapy Biomarker Enumerates Eosinophil Count Changes
Platelet Counts Compared for Thalassemia Patients
FDA Approves New Diagnostic Tool for Leukemias and Lymphomas
Fully Automated Coagulation System Launched
Next-Generation Hematology Analyzer Introduced
The Hematology channel at LabMedica covers the all aspect of plasma, coagulation, transfusion medicine, and blood banking, as well as related lab tools and techniques.







