Najib Aziz, Erik LaBelle, Beth D Jamieson, Matthew J Mimiaga, Roger Detels
{"title":"Comparison of basic lymphocyte phenotype results between a diagnostic and a research laboratory.","authors":"Najib Aziz, Erik LaBelle, Beth D Jamieson, Matthew J Mimiaga, Roger Detels","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae091","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae091","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>Lymphocyte phenotyping is a valuable tool for monitoring the effects of antiretroviral therapy on individuals living with HIV-1. A switch study was conducted to compare T-cell subset quantification performed by a research laboratory and a diagnostic, laboratory to understand the impact on the retrospective and prospective results of a long-term study.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Using FACSCanto II Flow Cytometers, EDTA anticoagulated peripheral blood from 73 males enrolled in the Multicenter AIDS Cohort Study/Women Interagency HIV Combined Cohort Study was analyzed by both a research (laboratory 1) and a diagnostics laboratory (laboratory 2) for quantification of cluster of differentiation (CD)3, CD4, and CD8 T-cells. There were 47 males living with and 26 living without HIV-1.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Bland-Altman (B-A) analysis was applied to assess the agreement between laboratory 1 and laboratory 2 results. There were 69 out of 73 CD3, 71 out of 73CD4, and 72 out of 73 CD8 T-cell results that fell within acceptable B-A limits of agreement. The mean differences between the 2 laboratories were -1.000, -0.945, and +0.685(%), respectively.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The strong agreement between results from laboratory 1 and laboratory 2 for CD3, CD4, and CD8 T-cell percentage suggests that the difference between laboratories using the same instrumentation and methodology will have a minimal effect on long-term study results.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142684010","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Na Li, Yun Li, Jing Li, Shimin Tang, Hongbo Gao, Yong Li
{"title":"Correlation of the abundance of MDSCs, Tregs, PD-1, and PD-L1 with the efficacy of chemotherapy and prognosis in gastric cancer.","authors":"Na Li, Yun Li, Jing Li, Shimin Tang, Hongbo Gao, Yong Li","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae090","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1093/labmed/lmae090","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between tumor microenvironment markers (myeloid-derived suppressor cells [MDSCs], regulatory T cells [Tregs], programmed cell death 1 [PD-1], and programmed death ligand 1 [PD-L1]) and chemotherapy efficacy and prognosis in advanced gastric cancer, identifying potential monitoring indicators.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Advanced gastric cancer patients' MDSC and Treg expression was measured by flow cytometry pre- and postchemotherapy; PD-1 and PD-L1 expression in cancer tissues was assessed by immunohistochemistry. Correlations with chemotherapy outcomes and prognosis were analyzed.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Postchemotherapy reductions in MDSC and Treg levels correlated with chemotherapy efficacy (P <.01). Negative PD-1 and PD-L1 expression in cancer tissues predicted better chemotherapy responses (P <.01). Patients with lower MDSC and Treg levels and negative PD-1 and PD-L1 had significantly longer median progression-free survival (PFS) and overall survival (OS) (P <.05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In advanced gastric cancer, reduced peripheral blood MDSC and Treg levels postchemotherapy and negative PD-1 and PD-L1 expression in tissues are associated with improved chemotherapy efficacy and are independent prognostic factors for PFS and OS.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142684012","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Ascorbic acid and glucose can cause significant interference on quantitative measurement of biochemistry analytes in urine.","authors":"Sara Mašković, Nora Nikolac Gabaj","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae089","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1093/labmed/lmae089","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background and aims: </strong>Preanalytical errors due to interferences can lead to inaccurate results, necessitating an understanding of potential interferences for each test. This study explores the impact of elevated concentrations of ascorbic acid and glucose on urine analysis, a pivotal diagnostic tool.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Conducted at the Clinical Institute of Chemistry, KBC Sestre milosrdnice, the research utilized a 24-hour urine sample. Parameters assessed included total proteins, albumin, amylase, sodium, potassium, chlorides, calcium, phosphates, magnesium, creatinine, urea, and uric acid. Various concentrations of added interferents were prepared for duplicate measurements using statistical analysis in Microsoft Excel.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>No statistically significant interferences were found in albumin, amylase, sodium, potassium, or phosphate concentrations. However, ascorbic acid interfered with chloride, calcium, and magnesium determinations. Conversely, elevated glucose affected total protein, calcium, magnesium, creatinine, urea, and uric acid determinations. Interference of ascorbic acid with chloride and interference of glucose with total proteins and uric acid displayed a linear relationship.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Results suggest cautious analysis interpretation from certain parameters in patients with elevated glucose and/or ascorbic acid in urine. Whereas ascorbic acid interference may go unnoticed due to its infrequent measurement, routine determination of glucose in urine is crucial, especially for diabetes patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142645343","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"SNAP25 as a prognostic marker in transcriptome analysis of meningioma.","authors":"Yu Ge, Tao Zhang","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae085","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1093/labmed/lmae085","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Meningiomas are the most common intracranial tumors and their diagnosis relies mostly on neuroimaging and histology. However, the histology grades cannot predict the outcome exactly and some meningiomas tend to recur after resection of even benign tumors. Therefore, it is necessary to explore prognostic and diagnostic molecular targets.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Differential expression analysis between meningiomas and meninges was performed based on the merged data of GSE43290 and GSE84263. Next, we performed gene set enrichment analysis (GSEA), immune cell infiltration analysis, protein-protein interaction analysis, and survival analysis using public data. The expression level of Synaptosome-associated-protein-25kDa (SNAP25) was verified by reverse transcription quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-qPCR) and Western blotting in meningioma tissues.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>There were 263 upregulated and 592 downregulated genes identified in meningiomas by differential expression analysis. GSEA results revealed that meningiomas were negatively related to the pathway of soluble N-ethylmaleimide sensitive factor attachment protein receptor interactions in vascular transport and chemokine signaling. SNAP25 was characterized as a hub gene and downregulated in meningiomas. The Kaplan-Meier plot indicated that high expression of SNAP25 is a favorable factor.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>SNAP25 was downregulated and identified as a potential prognostic marker in meningioma.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142607444","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yosuke Kato, Daisuke Sakamoto, Hiroaki Ohnishi, Tomohiko Taki
{"title":"Detection of decreased granules in neutrophils by automated hematology analyzers XR-1000 and UniCel DxH 800.","authors":"Yosuke Kato, Daisuke Sakamoto, Hiroaki Ohnishi, Tomohiko Taki","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae047","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae047","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study aimed to investigate the utility of neutrophil-related cell population data obtained by automated hematology analyzers in assessing myelodysplastic syndrome cases with decreased granules in neutrophils.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 108 subjects were classified into normal granule (n = 35), hypogranulation (n = 37), or hypergranulation (n = 36) groups. Neutrophil cell area and granule area were measured by ImageJ. All samples were analyzed on the XR-1000 and UniCel DxH 800, and neutrophil-related parameters were compared among the 3 groups.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Neutrophil cell area and the ratio of the granular area showed significant differences among the 3 groups; they were the highest in the hypergranulation group and lowest in the hypogranulation group. XR-1000 data showed significant differences in NE-SFL and NE-FSC among the 3 groups (P < .0001). NE-SFL and NE-FSC discriminated most accurately hypogranulation group against other groups. UniCel DxH 800 data showed significant differences in MN-V-NE, MN-MALS-N, MN-UMALS-NE, SD-UMALS-NE (P <.01), MN-LMALS-NE, and SD-LMALS-NE (P <.05) among the 3 groups. The combination of SD-V-NE and SD-LMALS-NE discriminated most accurately the hypogranulation group against the other groups.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>NE-SFL and NE-FSC and the combination of SD-V-NE and SD-LMALS-NE are useful in detecting cases with decreased granules in neutrophils.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"768-775"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141617859","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Acute hemolytic transfusion reaction caused by anti-M antibodies: a case report and literature review.","authors":"Yanjing He, Yang Li, Qiushi Wang","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae038","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae038","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>We report a rare case of acute hemolytic reactions caused by immunoglobulin (Ig)M anti-M antibody and present a literature review.</p><p><strong>Case report: </strong>A 61-year-old male patient who underwent blood transfusion developed fever, chills, soy sauce-colored urine, and changes in laboratory test results, including persistently decreased hemoglobin levels, neutrophilia, elevated lactate dehydrogenase level, acute kidney injury, mild acute liver injury, and activation of the coagulation system, indicating acute hemolytic transfusion reaction (AHTR). Antibody screening and major crossmatching results indicated weak positive at 37°C for both posttransfusion and pretransfusion sample. Subsequent serological examinations indicated the presence of IgM anti-M antibodies in plasma but the direct antiglobulin and elution tests were negative. Antibody hemolytic activity assay confirmed AHTR caused by anti-M. The transfused red blood cells were MM and the patient is NN. These signs and symptoms disappeared rapidly and required no additional interventions before discharge.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The accurate diagnosis of anti-M antibody-mediated acute hemolysis is essential for guiding treatment decisions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"795-801"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141285758","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A simple method to overcome paraproteinemic interferences in chemistry and immunoassays.","authors":"Rajarshi Sarkar","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae042","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae042","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Interferences on chemistry and immunoassay results due to paraproteinemia may lead to erroneous diagnoses and treatment. Such interferences are difficult to recognize and even more difficult to deal with. This report describes 1 such case where multiple measurands were affected and how the interferant was overcome.</p><p><strong>Case report: </strong>Paraproteins present in an immunoglobulin (Ig)G-lambda multiple myeloma specimen interfered with results of total bilirubin, direct bilirubin, inorganic phosphate, iron, ferritin, and total thyroxine measured on 3 platforms: AU5800, Alinity ci, and cobas pure. Repeat testing upon dilution with normal saline or deproteinization by polyethylene glycol precipitation gave unsatisfactory results on some or all the affected measurands. Repeat testing after dilution of the interferant serum with a healthy serum corrected the anomalous results for all the affected measurands.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Dilution of paraproteinemic serum with a healthy serum of known concentrations appears to be the most suitable method to negate the effects of paraproteinemic interferences.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"802-807"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141302335","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Medical laboratory scientist motivation to pursue graduate education.","authors":"Lorraine N Blagg","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae041","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae041","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Medical laboratory staffing shortages have persisted, with challenges in maintaining adequate medical laboratory professionals. The career trajectory for medical laboratory scientists beyond entry level is ambiguous, but advancement opportunities are enhanced with specialist certifications and advanced degrees.</p><p><strong>Objective: </strong>This study explored the motivation and preferences of medical laboratory scientists in pursuing graduate medical laboratory science education based on the importance of professional development, career advancement, recognition, and employment benefits.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A quantitative, cross-sectional, and descriptive correlational study surveyed American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification-credentialed medical laboratory scientists using an online questionnaire.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The overall response rate was 2.5%, and 1247 complete surveys were analyzed. Educational preferences varied by respondent age and amount of laboratory experience. Professional development, career advancement, recognition, and employment benefits were all important motivators for seeking graduate degrees, but those who were younger and had less experience indicated they were more important.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>This study suggests several areas of improvement for educational programs, health care organizations, and professional organizations to support the motivation of medical laboratory scientists to pursue graduate education.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"745-753"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141302336","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ju Zhang, Jiajia Zhang, Chengyi Huang, Ting Wu, Peipei Jin
{"title":"Integrated biomarker profiling for enhanced heart failure management: a comprehensive study on the application of chemiluminescence detection of GDF-15 and multi-index models.","authors":"Ju Zhang, Jiajia Zhang, Chengyi Huang, Ting Wu, Peipei Jin","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae045","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae045","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Growth differentiation factor 15 (GDF-15) holds promise as a novel marker for heart failure. However, current detection methods fall short of meeting essential clinical requirements.</p><p><strong>Objectives: </strong>The aim of this investigation was to assess the clinical significance of serum GDF-15 detection through the chemiluminescence method and to enhance its clinical application for predicting and evaluating heart failure in patients.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A total of 122 patients were included in the study. Serum GDF-15 levels were assessed using the chemiluminescence method and compared with results for NT-proBNP, N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), growth stimulation expressed gene 2 (ST2), high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), and left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF). Additionally, we conducted an analysis to evaluate the correlation between these indicators and heart failure events.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>LVEF, ST2, NT-proBNP, and GDF-15 exhibited significant associations with heart failure. In the multivariate proportional hazard analysis, subsequent to adjusting for the effects of other markers, however, only LVEF and GDF-15 retained their associations with heart failure events. Notably, GDF-15 emerged as the exclusive marker suitable for diagnosing heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The chemiluminescence method proved efficient in the rapid and sensitive detection of GDF-15 in patients with heart failure. Additionally, GDF-15 combined with other markers created a robust multi-index model. This model is valuable for heart failure diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring, with broad clinical applicability.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"754-762"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141447919","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The diagnostic value of pleural effusion/serum ratio of carcinoembryonic antigen and pleural effusion/serum ratio of interferon-γ in classification of pleural effusion.","authors":"Shu-Hui Liang, Cui Li, Si Xie","doi":"10.1093/labmed/lmae050","DOIUrl":"10.1093/labmed/lmae050","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Distinguishing between different types of pleural effusions (PEs) is crucial for clinical diagnosis and treatment. This study evaluates the diagnostic value of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) and interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) levels in PE and serum, as well as the PE/serum ratios of these markers, in classifying PE.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We retrospectively analyzed 99 patients with PE, categorizing them into malignant pleural effusion (MPE), tuberculous pleural effusion (TPE), and benign PE groups. Levels of CEA and IFN-γ in PE and serum were quantified and their ratios were calculated. Diagnostic performance was assessed using receiver operating characteristic analysis, focusing on the area under the curve (AUC) to determine the efficacy of these biomarkers.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Significantly elevated levels of CEA in PE and serum were observed in the MPE group compared to the benign and TPE groups, with the PE/serum CEA ratio offering substantial diagnostic value (AUCs: PE = 0.843, serum = 0.744). Conversely, IFN-γ levels in PE and serum were markedly higher in the TPE group, demonstrating notable diagnostic accuracy (AUCs: PE = 0.970, serum = 0.917).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Both CEA and IFN-γ demonstrate high clinical utility in differentiating between MPE and TPE. The PE/serum ratio of these biomarkers enhances diagnostic accuracy, potentially facilitating earlier and more accurate therapeutic interventions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94124,"journal":{"name":"Laboratory medicine","volume":" ","pages":"785-790"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-11-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141617860","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}