Medical Laboratory Science Overviews

Microbiology | Blood and Bone Marrow - Colony Morphologies and IdentificationsWe’re at the heart of the microbiology lab, focusing on one of the most critical benches: blood and bone marrow cultures. We unpack the art and science of interpreting colony morphology and identifying the major pathogens that cause life-threatening bacteremia and sepsis. From the tell-tale signs of Staphylococcus aureus to the subtle clues of fastidious organisms, we explore how a keen eye, a good sense of smell, and a deep understanding of microbiology turn a simple agar plate into a life-saving diagnostic tool This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Myeloproliferative Neoplasms This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Myelodysplastic Syndromes This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Acute Myeloid Leukemia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Nonmegaloblastic Anemia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Porphyria This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Sideroblastic Anemia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Anemia of Chronic Inflammation/Disease This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Megaloblastic Anemia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of Thalassemia This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Hematology | Pathophysiology and Laboratory Findings of IDA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Part 5 of 5 | Series on Survey Research for the Laboratory ProfessionalAfter meticulously collecting and cleaning survey data, the next critical step is Data Analysis. This phase transforms raw numbers into understandable insights by describing the fundamental characteristics of your sample. Using descriptive statistics like frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations, it provides a clear overview of who responded and what their basic answers reveal, laying the essential foundation for any further, deeper statistical explorationeModule | research.mlsascp.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Part 4 of 5 | Series on Survey Research for the Laboratory ProfessionalData Management, Quality, and Ethics is the critical process of transforming raw survey responses into a trustworthy dataseteModule | research.mlsascp.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Part 3 of 5 | Series on Survey Research for the Laboratory ProfessionalSampling Strategies and Data Collection is a core component of research that outlines how to select a representative group from a larger population and the methods used to gather information from themeModule | research.mlsascp.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Part 2 of 5 | Series on Survey Research for the Laboratory ProfessionalSurvey Instrument Design is the systematic process of creating the questionnaire used to collect research data. It focuses on much more than just writing a list of questionseModule | research.mlsascp.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Part 1 of 5 | Series on Survey Research for the Laboratory ProfessionalFoundations of Survey Research is the systematic process of gathering data from a sample to make inferences about a larger population. It rests on two pillars: developing a sound sampling strategy to select a representative group, and creating a well-designed questionnaire to ensure the data collected is accurate and unbiasedeModule | research.mlsascp.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Highlighting the work by Antonio Sierra-Rivera and colleagues, titled "Blue-green inclusions in neutrophils and monocytes as a sign of imminent death", published in the journal Laboratory Medicine. Article linked here This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

An overview of lipids, detailing their biochemical properties, metabolic pathways, physiological roles in normal and diseased states, laboratory testing methodologies, result interpretation, and crucial pre-analytical considerations for accurate analysis. The interconnectedness of lipid metabolism, disease development (particularly cardiovascular), and clinical significance is highlighted. Understanding lipid principles, from molecular characteristics to clinical correlations, is emphasized for effective diagnosis and management This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

An overview of carbohydrates and their metabolism, explaining fundamental biochemical pathways like glycolysis and gluconeogenesis, alongside their regulation and physiological significance in maintaining blood glucose. Laboratory testing procedures are discussed for glucose and related markers such as HbA1c and ketones, crucial for diagnosing and monitoring conditions like diabetes mellitus and prediabetes. Various metabolic disorders including glycogen storage diseases and galactosemia are discussed, alongside the physical and chemical properties of carbohydrates and essential precautions for accurate testing and result interpretation This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Microcytic anemias, characterized by small red blood cells, are explored with attention to their definitions, causes, and diagnostic features This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com

Disclaimer: Google’s NotebookLM was used in the making of this audio using information published in the National Library of Medicine. The information in this audio was reviewed by an American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) with a Specialist in Hematology (SH). It was decided the information is appropriately presented, but you are encouraged to verify validity. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodcellid.substack.com