Laboratory Testing for Neurologic Disorders, An Issue of the Clinics in Laboratory Medicine (Volume 40-3)

By A. Zara Herskovits
This issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest edited by Dr. A. Zara Herskovits, will cover Laboratory Testing for Neurologic Disorders. This issue is one of four selected each year by our Editor-in-Chief, Dr. Milenko Jovan Tanasijevic. Topics discussed in this issue will include: molecular approach to diagnostic testing for children with developmental delay and congenital anomalies, proteopathic and seeding assays (such as RT-QUIC), genetic testing for ALS and FTD, Diagnostic and prognostic testing for Alzheimer’s disease, confounds in the interpretation of paraneoplastic antibody panels, Review of neurologic disease sendout testing at an academic medical center, development of new diagnostic tests for neurologic disorders, assuring quality in laboratory testing for sendout reference tests, diagnostic testing for patients with spinal muscular atrophy, among others.

As technology advances, so does the world of laboratory testing. The latest issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine, guest edited by Dr. A. Zara Herskovits, explores the use of laboratory testing for neurologic disorders. With a focus on molecular approaches to diagnostic testing for children with developmental delay and congenital anomalies, genetic testing for ALS and FTD, and diagnostic testing for patients with spinal muscular atrophy, this issue is a must-read for anyone interested in the latest developments in laboratory testing.

One of the standout features of this issue is the discussion of proteopathic and seeding assays, such as RT-QUIC. These assays allow for the early detection of neurodegenerative diseases through the detection of protein aggregates, which could pave the way for earlier treatment and improved outcomes for patients.

Another fascinating aspect of this issue is the review of neurologic disease sendout testing at an academic medical center. The authors explore the challenges and benefits of sendout testing, which involves sending samples to outside laboratories for analysis. As more and more tests become available, sendout testing is becoming an increasingly important tool for diagnosing and treating neurologic disorders.

The issue also includes a section on the development of new diagnostic tests for neurologic disorders, which highlights the exciting advancements being made in this field. With the promise of new and more accurate tests on the horizon, the future looks bright for patients with neurologic disorders.

Overall, this issue of Clinics in Laboratory Medicine provides an in-depth look at the latest developments in laboratory testing for neurologic disorders. With contributions from leading experts in the field, it is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and anyone interested in the latest developments in this important area of medicine.

If you are interested in ordering a copy of this publication, you can do so easily and conveniently through the publisher’s website. Whether you are a healthcare professional looking to stay up-to-date with the latest developments in laboratory testing or simply interested in learning more about neurologic disorders, this publication is an excellent resource that is sure to inform and inspire. So why not order your copy today and take the first step towards enhancing your knowledge and expertise in this fascinating field?

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 1st edition (31 July 2020)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323762689
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323762687