From Reference to Resource: Elevating the Lab Test Catalog

In this episode of Mayo Clinic Laboratories’ “Leveraging the Laboratory” podcast, host Jane Hermansen, outreach manager at Mayo Clinic Laboratories, is joined by Karen Kloke, director of scientific and technical publications at Mayo Clinic Laboratories. Together, they explore the evolution of laboratory test catalogs and share practical tips for maximizing their value. Topics discussed include:Why test catalogs are vitally important. How electronic catalogs and electronic health records changed expectations and expanded possibilities for test catalogs. What essential information should be included in a test catalog — and what optional details can enhance usability and value for clients. Easy ways to create electronic catalogs by using familiar, widely available tools. You can learn more in “Transforming the Laboratory Test Catalog Into a Strategic Asset,” by outreach solutions strategist Ellen Dijkman Dulkes.