Urine samples play a crucial role in assessing the health of your kidneys and detecting conditions like diabetes, urinary tract infections, and kidney disease. But how accurate are these tests, and what if there was a way to make them even better?

Does rural medicine present its own diagnostic testing issues or its own set of inequities? Do individuals in rural or remote areas come at a disadvantage when accessing these necessary diagnostic tests? Hear from respected medical laboratory scientist Dr. Brandy Gunsolus.

The journey back to health can be challenging for many individuals recovering from COVID-19. But researchers may have uncovered vital clues that may pave the way for a much-needed diagnostic test and potential treatments for Long COVID.

Diabetes patients should receive periodic microalbumin testing, but how often should they get tested? Dr. Kyle Riding explains microalbumin testing and shares proactive advice.

Respected medical laboratory scientists Dr. Brandy Gunsolus and Dr. Dana Baker discuss the complex interplay between lab values and ethnicity.

Preeclampsia affects a significant number of pregnant women worldwide. And while it can be alarming, a recent development offers new hope for early detection and better management.

How can diagnostic testing issues for transgender patients be overcome? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus shares where research on reference ranges stands and hopes for future solutions.

Lupus nephritis is a complex condition, but what happens exactly? Medical laboratory scientist Dr. Kyle Riding explains the condition and lupus nephritis management.

Unlike other types of kidney cancer, RMC poses a significant challenge with less than 5 percent of patients surviving beyond three years using standard treatments. However, recent research offers new hope.

Is there research or data focused on health testing disparities impacting the LGBTQIA community? How can LGBTQIA communities best advocate for themselves?

What are the key differences between type 1 diabetes versus type 2 diabetes? Dr. Kyle Riding explains.

Are health disparities sometimes worsened unintentionally by laboratory medicine? Dr. Marilyn Bibbs Freeman discusses cost issues and systemic issues with laboratory medicine and the U.S. healthcare system.

How can healthcare professionals help ensure that laboratory practices address diagnostic inequities? Dr. Marilyn Bibbs Freeman discusses ways that public health laboratories are working to reduce diagnostic inequities.

What diagnostic testing is used for lupus nephritis diagnosis and treatment? Dr. Kyle Riding explains.

What are sickle cell disease care barriers? What can we do to educate as well as bring awareness to current and future hematologists?

If a simple blood test could show how your internal organs are aging, would you want to know? A recent study revealed information that could assist healthcare professionals in providing vital care sooner for patients with a rapidly aging organ.

Are there some lab ranges under scrutiny that may require further research? How do I understand my normal? Dr. Brandy Gunsolus explains.

Dr. Jill Majeski shares what continues to drive her passion in medicine and patient advocacy and her advice to students aspiring to become healthcare professionals.

What are some ways to combat unconscious bias in sickle cell care? Sickle cell advocates John Masembe and Jemela Williams share their perspectives.

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.