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ARUP Scientist Receives the 2017 Diagnostics Young Investigator by the American Society of Microbiology

November 7, 2016

ARUP Scientist Receives the 2017 Diagnostics Young Investigator by the American Society of Microbiology

The American Society for Microbiology (ASM) has awarded Marc Couturier, PhD, D(ABMM), the 2017 Diagnostics Young Investigator Award.

A Step Closer in Treating Pediatric Brain Cancer: Researchers Identify Targeted Treatment

November 2, 2016

A Step Closer in Treating Pediatric Brain Cancer: Researchers Identify Targeted Treatment

Brain cancer research was conducted using a new zebrafish animal model system developed by the researchers, which closely resembles an aggressive subtype of pediatric brain tumors.

Dancing Through the Pain: Advancements in Immunogenicity Testing Deliver Relief to Patients with Autoimmune Diseases

October 20, 2016

Advancements in Immunogenicity Testing Deliver Relief to Patients with Autoimmune Diseases

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease, more specifically a noninfectious inflammatory disease. Inflammation results from the overproduction of several proteins in the body.

The Nitty Gritty of Nuts—Which Part of the Peanut Are You Allergic To?

October 12, 2016

The Nitty Gritty of Nuts—Which Part of the Peanut Are You Allergic To?

“We do a high volume of peanut component testing and are one of the few laboratories to offer this,” says Medical Director Patricia Slev. “There is a high demand because peanuts are one of the most common allergies tested for and one of the most severe types of allergies, so it’s important to know if you have it.”.

A Rare NEJM Case Study Raises Questions about Zika Transmission

October 7, 2016

A Rare NEJM Case Study Raises Questions about Zika Transmission

It is quite rare for a Zika infection to cause severe illness in adults, much less death. Also, how did another individual, who visited the first while in the hospital, become ill from Zika?

ARUP Laboratories Medical Director Receives CAP Distinguished Service Award for Developing NGS Proficiency Testing

October 4, 2016

ARUP Medical Director Receives CAP Distinguished Service Award for Developing NGS Proficiency Testing

Karl V. Voelkerding, MD, FCAP, has won the CAP Distinguished Service Award for developing accreditation requirements and proficiency testing for next-generation sequencing (NGS).

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