Reasons to Track Bilirubin Levels After Starting Medication
Why would a doctor want to track bilirubin levels after starting a patient on new medication? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains reasons to track.
Do Elevated Bilirubin Levels Lead to Hemolytic Anemia Complications?
Can elevated bilirubin usually lead to hemolytic anemia complications? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains how elevated bilirubin levels may occur and potential complications.
Lab Values That Help Decipher Bilirubin and Hemolysis Issues
What are laboratory values that help determine issues with bilirubin and hemolysis? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains.
Diagnostic Testing Inequities in Men | What Factors Contribute?
What factors contribute to diagnostic testing inequities in men? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses social and cultural factors for men and ways to change male thinking about health care.
The Role of Implicit Bias in Diagnostic Inequities
What is the role of implicit bias in diagnostic inequities? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses implicit bias and how it can be addressed to improve health outcomes.
Diagnostics Decoded | Understanding Bilirubin
What exactly is bilirubin? Expert Dr. Kyle Riding explains how bilirubin is involved in body processes and what the different bilirubin lab values mean.
How Can Diabetic Diagnostic Inequities Be Addressed?
What are some solutions toward solving diabetic inequities? Dr. Kyle Riding shares his recommendations for policymakers and healthcare organizations to improve care.
Type 2 Diabetes Risk With Gestational Diabetes and Proactive Steps
Does gestational diabetes increase risk of diabetes or diabetic complications? Dr. Kyle Riding explains the risk factor and provides proactive advice.
How Often Should Diabetes Patients Get Microalbumin Testing?
Diabetes patients should receive periodic microalbumin testing, but how often should they get tested? Dr. Kyle Riding explains microalbumin testing and shares proactive advice.
What Is Lupus Nephritis and How Is It Managed?
Lupus nephritis is a complex condition, but what happens exactly? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains the condition and lupus nephritis management.
What Should Diabetes Patients Know About Type 1 vs Type 2?
What are the key differences between type 1 diabetes versus type 2 diabetes? Dr. Kyle Riding explains.
Lupus Nephritis | Vital Diagnostic Tests for Diagnosis and Treatment
What diagnostic testing is used for lupus nephritis diagnosis and treatment? Dr. Kyle Riding explains.
Can Kidney Disease Cause Kidney Cancer? What Patients Should Know
Is there a link between kidney disease and kidney cancer? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses the possible link between the two conditions and diagnostic tests that screen for kidney issues.
Essential Diagnostic Tests for Discoid or Cutaneous Lupus
For those who may have discoid lupus or cutaneous lupus, which diagnostic tests are essential? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses diagnostic testing that aids providers in diagnosing patients.
Understanding Anemia Diagnostic Tests and Anemia Causes
Dr. Kyle Riding discusses testing involved in determining anemia types versus some other blood disorders and how results are used to determine causes of anemia.
Understanding Lupus Nephritis and Symptoms and Risk Factors
What is lupus nephritis, and what do patients need to know? Dr. Kyle Riding discusses lupus nephritis, common symptoms, and risk factors for developing the condition.
Overcoming Barriers to Equitable Care With Medical Lab Tests Series
We hope to help reduce the estimated 40,000 to 80,000 annual deaths due to preventable diagnostic errors. Here’s a look at some recent efforts toward equitable access and education efforts in clinical laboratory medicine.
What Is a Complete Blood Count (CBC) Test?
Dr. Kyle Riding explains the parts of a CBC test, the values and blood cell quality that are examined, and the diagnostic and predictive methods used with CBCs.
Unnecessary Genetic Tests and Dealing With Insurance
Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Kyle Riding share advice for actions if patients suspect unnecessary genetic tests and why to make notes about variants of undetermined significance.
Noted Disparities Seen in Genetic Testing
Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Kyle Riding share insight about disparities and advice for ensuring that you receive information about genetic testing costs.