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High-dose Biotin Intake May Interfere with Immunoassays - May 4, 2018

Biotin consumption, especially in high doses (e.g. in milligram amounts), may cause immunoassay errors if the immunoassay method includes a streptavidin-biotin interaction step.

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May 7, 2018

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New Coagulation Analyzers - May 1, 2018

The Division of Hematological Pathology will be implementing new coagulation instrumentation.

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May 1, 2018

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Laboratory Service Updates, Division of Clinical Biochemistry - April 16, 2018

With the recent introduction of new biochemistry analytical systems, a number of testing changes will be implemented on April 16, 2018.

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April 10, 2018

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Apixaban Level - September 28, 2017

A chromogenic anti-Xa assay for the quantitative measurement of Apixaban on human citrated plasma will be available in the Special Coagulation area.

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September 29, 2017

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Prothrombin Time (PT) Reference Range - September 28, 2017

The Prothrombin Time (PT) will now be visible in Sunnycare along with the INR.

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September 29, 2017

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